Otafiire reacts on Njeru cannabis project
The Former Bush war Gen Kahinda Otafiire has clarified about the truth about Njeru medicinal cannabis project. The President of Uganda assented to the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act 2023. The law provides a regulatory framework under which the cultivation of prohibited plants, including cannabis, may be licensed
Entebbe Expressway toll gates opened amid system breakdown
The Kampala-Entebbe Expressway was opened to motorists without payment this morning amid reports of a staff strike over alleged non-payment of salaries. Motorists using the expressway reported that they were allowed through without paying toll fees at the Busega, Kajjansi and Mpala toll gates. However, Joy Nabasa, the communications officer
Minister Mukalazi hails Modern Laminates for driving sustainable manufacturing
State Minister for Privatisation and Investment, Amina Mukalazi, has commended Modern Laminates Limited for promoting sustainable manufacturing, innovation and regional market expansion. Mukalazi made the remarks during a factory monitoring visit to MMP Industrial Park in Buikwe, where she assessed production capacity, employment opportunities, export potential and challenges affecting manufacturers.
Chameleone’s son arrested in US over domestic assault claim
The 20-year-old son of Ugandan musician Joseph Mayanja, popularly known as Jose Chameleone, has been arrested in the United States over an alleged domestic assault. Abba Marcus Mayanja was taken into custody by Edina Police in Minnesota on August 14, according to booking information circulated by a Minneapolis area crime
Veteran actor Alex Mukulu dies at 72
Veteran Ugandan playwright and actor Alex Mukulu has died at the age of 72, leaving behind a lasting legacy in Uganda’s theatre and arts industry. Mukulu, who was known for his influential stage productions and contribution to the development of Uganda’s performing arts, died at Kiruddu Hospital after one month
Muhoozi appoints Gen Ssemwanga Reserve Forces commander
Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has appointed Maj Gen Joseph Ssemwanga as the General Officer Commanding the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Reserve Forces. Ssemwanga, who has been serving as Deputy Commander of the Land Forces, replaces Lt Gen Charles Otema Awany, who is due to retire next
Sudan: How army violations are burying the country under a mounting crisis
For over three years now, Sudan has been gripped by an ongoing conflict which started mid-April 2023 between the Forces of the Founding Alliance of Sudan, “Tasis,” and the army affiliated with the Port Sudan authorities, resulting in the deaths of tens of thousands and the displacement of nearly 14
Uganda shares oil quality model with Tanzania
Uganda is sharing its oil and gas quality assurance framework with Tanzania as the neighbouring country moves to strengthen standards governing equipment and services used in petroleum operations. The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), together with the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS), is hosting a delegation from Tanzania comprising
New academy targets skills gap in Uganda’s music industry
Uganda’s creative industry is set for a new push towards professionalisation following the launch of Creator Academy, a one-year music development programme aimed at equipping producers with technical, business and professional skills to compete in local and international markets. The academy, established by Practical Stream Uganda Limited through its creative
Who are the 19 retiring UPDF generals?
Nineteen senior Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) generals are set to retire next week in a ceremony at State House Entebbe, formally closing the army’s August retirement exercise. The retirement ceremony will be held on Thursday, August 20, 2026, with President Yoweri Museveni, the Commander-in-Chief of the UPDF, expected to
