Hearing of NUPMathias Walukaga Petition Kicks Off at High Court
The hearing of a petition filed by National Unity Platform (NUP) flag bearer for Busiro East, Mathias Walukaga, is set to kick off later today at the High Court in Kampala. Last week, Walukaga petitioned the High Court challenging his disqualification by the Electoral Commission (EC) from contesting in the
Parliament moves to Process Shs 2.1 Trillion Loan Request to construct Kayunga- Galiraya Road
The Clerk has has issued a notice recalling Members of Parliament from recess for a plenary sitting scheduled for 16th December 2025. During the sitting, MPs are expected to consider loan requests totaling Shs 2.177 trillion and receive the 2026/27 National Budget Framework Paper (NBFP), which marks the start of
C-Care IHK Treats Mothers to Wellness Experience, Awards Luxury Mom-Cation
Mothers who delivered at C-Care IHK Namuwongo between May and December this year were on Friday treated to a special wellness and appreciation experience as the hospital hosted a patient-centred celebration capped with a luxury Mom-Cation raffle draw. Held at the C-Care IHK Namuwongo facility, the event brought together dozens
U.S Embassy Commissions AI-Powered MinXray Units to Boost TB Screening
The United States Embassy in Uganda has commissioned 14 ultra-portable, AI-powered MinXray units to strengthen community-based tuberculosis (TB) screening across the country. The units are aimed at ensuring more Ugandans are diagnosed quickly and accurately, enabling timely access to treatment and care. Each system is accompanied by a three-year extended
UEDCL Secures Shs190b Loan from Absa Bank to Upgrade Electricity Distribution Network
Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has secured a loan worth Shs190 billion (USD 50 million) from Absa Bank to finance the upgrade and expansion of the country’s electricity distribution network, in a move aimed at supporting Uganda’s economic and industrial growth. The loan agreement was formalized through a memorandum
Stanbic National School’s Championship Scoops Double at UMEAS 2025
Stanbic National Schools Championship (Battle of the Champions) has won awards for Best Non for Profit/ Social Good Campaign and Best Use of Sustainability during a high-profile gala event recently organized by Evolve Africa at the Kampala Serena Hotel in Kampala. The “Battle of Champions,” marked a decade of the
Bobi Wine Meets Katikkiro Ahead of Rubaga Rallies
The President of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has met with the Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, ahead of his planned rallies in Rubaga North and South. Kyagulanyi was accompanied by prominent party leaders, including the Vice President for the Buganda
UPDF Detains Fr. Ssekabira Over Alleged Subversive Activities
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has confirmed the detention of Rev. Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira over alleged involvement in violent subversive activities against the state. The announcement was made by Col. Chris Magezi, Acting Director of Defence Public Information. Fr. Ssekabira, a priest of Masaka Diocese and curate at Bumangi
Dr. Grace Lubaale Consecrated as 4th Bishop of Busoga Diocese
Amid jubilation at Kyabazinga Stadium, Rt. Rev. Prof. Dr. Grace Lubaale was consecrated and enthroned as the 4th Bishop of Busoga Diocese, marking a significant moment for the Church of Uganda. The ceremony, presided over by His Grace the Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba, Archbishop of the Church of
Bishop Jjumba Speaks Out on Alleged Kidnapping of Fr. Ssekabira
The Bishop of Masaka Diocese, Rt. Rev. Severous Jjumba, has spoken out about the alleged kidnapping of Rev. Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira, a priest of Masaka Diocese and curate at Bumangi Parish. Fr. Ssekabira was reportedly abducted by men dressed in Uganda Army uniforms and travelling in a drone vehicle on
