Museveni suspends PS Bageya over Busega–Mpigi expressway probe
President Yoweri Museveni has suspended the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Works and Transport, Waiswa Bageya, as investigations intensify into alleged corruption in the Busega–Mpigi Expressway project. In a directive, Museveni ordered a probe into what he described as the “embezzlement of funds” in the construction of the expressway.
Six arrested over panga robberies in Kabowa
Police in Kampala have arrested six suspects believed to be behind a series of violent panga-wielding robberies that have recently terrorised residents in Kabowa and surrounding areas. The suspects are currently being held at Katwe Police Division following investigations into an aggravated robbery reported in Kabowa, Rubaga Division. Police also
Museveni promotes eleven senior Prisons officers
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has approved the promotion of eleven senior officers of the Uganda Prisons Service (UPS) in a bid to strengthen the institution’s leadership and enhance professionalism within the country’s correctional system. The appointments are contained in Service Orders Part II No. 07/2026, issued on July 1, 2026,
Court grants Matembe bail after Luzira detention
Former Minister of Ethics and Integrity Miria Matembe has been granted a non-cash bail of Shs3 million after spending a night at Luzira Prison. Matembe was on Tuesday arraigned before the Luzira Magistrate’s Court and charged with promoting sectarianism following her arrest over the weekend after reportedly going into hiding
Woodrow named Africa Agency of the Year 2026 by PRovoke Media
Woodrow has been named Africa Agency of the Year 2026 by PRovoke Media, one of the world’s leading authorities on the communications industry. The award recognises Woodrow’s rapid growth across the continent and its work supporting clients navigating some of Africa’s most complex communication, policy, reputation and stakeholder challenges. In
Gov’t targets Shs45.6 trillion in domestic revenue for FY2026/27 budget
The Government has set an ambitious target of collecting Shs45.6 trillion in domestic revenue during the 2026/27 Financial Year with an aim to finance Uganda’s development agenda through locally generated resources while strengthening fiscal discipline, preparing for oil revenues and reducing dependence on borrowing. The target, announced by the Ministry
Parliament to Release Shs 300m for MPs’ Vehicles
Members of the 12th Parliament will begin receiving Shs300 million each this month to facilitate the purchase of new vehicles after the government releases the first batch of funds for the 2026/27 financial year, Finance Minister Henry Musasizi has announced. The development was revealed on Wednesday by Musasizi while addressing
NCBA, Makerere unveil 2026 marathon
NCBA Bank Uganda has doubled down on its commitment to education and community development with the launch of the 2026 NCBA–Makerere Marathon, positioning the annual run as a key platform for social impact. The event, unveiled at Makerere University, drew university leaders, corporate partners, students and media, setting the pace
Museveni Revives 2023 Earthquake Preparedness Order
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has revived debate on Uganda’s preparedness for earthquakes after republishing a three-year-old Executive Order on building safety and disaster readiness. The Executive Order, originally issued on April 9, 2023, was shared on the President’s official X account on Monday, bringing renewed attention to Uganda’s vulnerability to
Entebbe tests hijack response as UCAA steps up airport security, expansion
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) on Friday conducted a full-scale aviation security exercise at Entebbe International Airport, testing the preparedness of security agencies and aviation stakeholders to respond to a simulated aircraft hijacking. The two-and-a-half-hour exercise, code-named EX 2026, began at 12:14 pm and simulated a Fenna Airlines flight
