Court halts trial as Suspect in Ggaba Child Killings Claims Sickness
Proceedings in the trial of Christopher Okello Onyum, the prime suspect in the murder of four children at Ggaba Early Childhood Development Centre, were abruptly halted after the accused told court he was unwell. “I am unable to proceed with the current session because I am not feeling well,” Onyum
Pearl Bank Surges as Wendi Wallet Hits Ushs 240.5 Billion in Deposits
A quiet but meaningful shift is unfolding in Uganda’s financial sector, one that is beginning to redefine what a local bank can become. Pearl Bank’s results for the year ended December 2025 point to a strong growth story. Profit after tax rose by 34 percent to Shs 47.3 billion, customer
UPDF, Leaders Convene to Strengthen Peace Efforts in Karamoja
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), through its 3rd Infantry Division in collaboration with the Directorate of Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC), has convened a four-day engagement with community, civil, and political leaders from the Karamoja sub-region. The seminar, which opened in Soroti, aims to formulate practical strategies to strengthen peace and
VFS Global opens Entebbe centre to expand UK visa services
Residents seeking visas to the United Kingdom can now submit applications from Entebbe following the expansion of services by VFS Global. The company announced that Ugandan applicants are now able to book appointments at its Premium Application Centre in Entebbe, in response to growing outbound travel demand. The UK Premium
Qualcomm selects 10 African startups for 2026 Make in Africa programme
US technology firm Qualcomm has announced the selection of 10 startups for the 2026 edition of its Qualcomm Make in Africa Mentorship Programme, an equity-free initiative aimed at strengthening Africa’s deep-technology ecosystem through mentorship, training, and intellectual property support. The programme is part of the Qualcomm Africa Innovation Platform and
Amendment expands powers to demolish illegal buildings — Bwire
Sweeping reforms in Uganda’s construction sector are set to tighten enforcement of building standards following the President’s assent to the Building Control (Amendment) Act, 2026. The amendments, which came into force on March 19, 2026, are aimed at strengthening regulation, supervision, and compliance within the country’s building industry. According to
Uganda Flags Off Distribution of 2.3 Million Malaria Vaccine Doses
The Minister of Health, Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng Oceroh, has flagged off the distribution of 2.278 million doses of malaria vaccines to 105 districts with high and moderate malaria transmission. This marks a significant milestone in Uganda’s fight against malaria. The vaccine rollout will eventually extend to the entire country.
Uganda’s top Kampala Hills runners head to Zambia for international marathon
Four of Uganda’s top runners from the Absa KH3-7 Hills Run are set to test themselves against regional and international competition after securing a chance to compete in the Absa Marathon Zambia in Lusaka. Peter Akwech, Isaac Masaai, Sylvia Chelangat and Abate Tadelech will represent Uganda at the World Athletics-certified
UNEB releases 2026 timetable as exams kick off in October
Uganda’s 2026 national examinations will kick off on October 8 , with the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) briefing Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) candidates ahead of the examination season. According to Daniel Odong, the Executive Director of UEB, the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) candidate briefing will follow on October 30
Basajjabalaba seeks compensation over cancelled Shs1.6bn City Square deal
Businessman Hassan Basajjabalaba has told Parliament’s Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) that he is seeking compensation from Government over the cancellation of a deal to redevelop Kampala’s 2.5-acre City Square. Basajjabalaba told the committee that his company won the tender to redevelop the prime property in
Court orders Housing Finance to deposit Shs 28m in Najjera dispute
The Court of Appeal has stayed the execution of High Court orders that would have cancelled Speke Uganda Holidays Limited’s ownership of a property in Najjera and required it to hand over vacant possession to the former owners. The stay was granted after Housing Finance Bank asked the appellate court
New business network seeks to deepen Kenya-Uganda trade
Kenyan and Ugandan entrepreneurs are being urged to move beyond traditional business relationships and forge stronger partnerships in investment, production, technology and knowledge exchange to deepen economic integration in East Africa. The call was made by Kenya’s High Commissioner to Uganda, Ambassador Ababu Namwamba, during the launch of Business Network
Tourism sector urged to embrace digital visibility
The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities has urged tourism players to embrace digital technologies and artificial intelligence, warning that destinations that fail to establish a strong online presence risk being left out of the global tourism market. “If we are not visible on the digital highway, we are virtually
Queen Mother leaves the palace , accuses Tooro royals of rushing Oyo succession
Queen Mother Best Kemigisa has broken her silence on the bitter succession dispute that followed the death of her son, former Tooro King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, accusing some members of the kingdom of rushing to install a new king before his burial. In a statement issued after
Construction sector urged to unite against counterfeit goods, rising costs
Uganda’s construction industry has been urged to strengthen collaboration among manufacturers, hardware dealers and government to tackle counterfeit products, rising material costs, taxation challenges and limited access to affordable financing. The call was made during the 2026 Construction Hardware Dealers Association (CHADA) Annual Conference held at Lake Victoria Serena Golf
Court throws out Ssempijja petition over Kalungu East seat
The High Court in Masaka has dismissed former Defence Minister Vincent Bamulangaki Ssempijja’s challenge to the election of Yusuf Kiruluuta Nkeretanyi as Kalungu East Member of Parliament, ruling that the petition was filed outside the statutory time limit. In a ruling delivered by Justice Joyce Kavuma and read by Masaka
Tourism businesses need more investment to meet global standards, says UTB
Tourism businesses need greater investment to meet the growing demand for Uganda’s tourism products and bring facilities and services to internationally acceptable standards, Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) chairperson Pearl Kakooza has said. Kakooza said increased investment was needed across the tourism value chain, particularly in accommodation facilities, transport, product development,
