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
Buganda Kingdom Announces Completion of Kasubi Tombs
Buganda Kingdom has announced the completion of renovation works at the Kasubi Tombs. The announcement was made by Katikkiro Charles Mayiga. Katikkiro Mayiga commended the people of Buganda, the central government, and individuals who contributed to the restoration of this historic site. In August, the Kingdom received a Shs 2
Walukagga Petitions Court Over EC Disqualification
The National Unity Platform (NUP) flag-bearer for the Busiro East parliamentary seat, Mathias Walukagga, has petitioned the High Court challenging his disqualification by the Electoral Commission (EC). Through his legal team, led by Kawempe North Member of Parliament Luimbazi Nalukoola, Walukagga contends that he possesses the requisite academic qualifications and
Two Arrested Over Murder of KIU Student
Bushenyi District Police are holding two men in connection with the murder of Linette Karunga, a 21-year-old Kampala International University (KIU) Western Campus student who was found dead on Monday night in Nyakashebeya Village, Nyabubare Parish, Nyabubare Subcounty. According to SP Apollo Tayebwa, the Greater Bushenyi Police spokesperson, the suspects
