Mystery as Shs46b Lies Idle, Innovation Agenda Stalls
Fresh questions have emerged over the government’s commitment to innovation after it was revealed that Shs46 billion allocated to the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) has remained unutilised for two consecutive financial years. The concerns, raised by Parliament’s Budget Committee, follow findings by the Committee on Presidential Affairs
Okello disclosed history of mental illness, court hears
The suspect in the Ggaba daycare killings, Christopher Onyum Okello, disclosed a history of mental illness during a medical examination, court heard on Thursday. Dr Emmanuel Nuwamanya, the Deputy Director of Police Health Services, testified that during his assessment of the accused on April 7, 2026, Okello reported having previously
Uganda rolls out HIV prevention jab in 100 facilities
Uganda has begun the rollout of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable drug administered every six months to prevent HIV infection among people at substantial risk. The rollout in Lira follows the arrival of Uganda’s first consignment of 19,200 doses supplied through the Global Fund, marking a significant milestone in the country’s
Okello Onyum is sane, has history of sickle cell — court hears
Ggaba Early Childhood Development Centre murder suspect Christopher Okello Onyum is of sound mind but has a medical history of sickle cell disease, court has heard. Testifying before court, Dr. Charles Kajoba from Murchison Bay Upper Prison said the accused has a known history of sickle cell but is currently
Uganda bets on local internet traffic hub to slash costs and end ‘digital detours’
Uganda has launched a major shift in its digital infrastructure strategy with the rollout of the National Internet Protocol Exchange (NIPX), a system expected to keep internet traffic within the country, cut costs, and improve the speed of online services. The platform, developed under the National Information Technology Authority–Uganda (National
Kyaligonza fronts son to replace late Banura as Kikuube LC5 chairperson
Retired Major General Matayo Kyaligonza has fronted his son, Philip Kyaligonza, to replace his late brother Banura Peter as Kikuube District chairperson. Banura died following a road accident at Butyamba village in Kikuube Town Council, where he was knocked by a speeding Toyota Hiace taxi, commonly referred to as a
FDC drops Nsibambi, appoints Ann Adeke as new party whip
The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has dropped Mawokota South MP Yusuf Nsibambi as its parliamentary whip following his defection to the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). He has been replaced by Soroti Woman MP Ann Adeke. Speaker of Parliament Anita Among announced the changes, dismissing claims from some opposition
Gov’t earmarks Shs1 trillion to fast-track AFCON 2027 preparations
Government has unveiled an ambitious financing plan exceeding Shs1 trillion to accelerate Uganda’s preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with major investments targeting sports infrastructure, transport, health services and hospitality. Presenting a statement to Parliament, Minister of State for Sports Peter Ogwang said the preparations are being
CNOOC rewards top students, expands education support in Bunyoro
Top-performing students in Hoima and Kikuube districts have been recognised under the 2026 Best Performers Awards (BPA), in a move aimed at strengthening academic excellence and supporting education in the Bunyoro sub-region. CNOOC Uganda Limited organised the awards ceremony in Hoima City, bringing together local leaders, education officials, and industry
Museveni puts MPs on notice over corruption, discipline at Kyankwanzi retreat
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has issued a stern warning to Members of Parliament, saying corruption continues to undermine Uganda’s development and could derail progress if left unchecked. Addressing legislators at the National Leadership Institute Kyankwanzi (NALI), where they have been attending a week-long retreat, Museveni stressed that the fight against
