El Niño to trigger above-normal rains, delayed onset
Uganda is likely to experience above-normal rainfall in most parts of the country during the September-December season, although the rains will arrive late and peak between late October and November, the Ministry of Water and Environment has warned. Dr Alfred Okot Okidi, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Water
Four police officers dismissed over Shs14bn fake gold scam
Four police officers have been recommended for dismissal or discharge after being convicted of abandoning their official duties and allegedly providing security to a fake gold syndicate accused of defrauding a Dubai-based businessman of $4 million. The officers were tried and convicted by the Police Disciplinary Court on August 29,
Ugandan National Samuel Nabeeta Honoured in Spain by Clevenard for Championing Renewable energy, Innovation & Youth Empowerment.
Ugandan Businessman Samuel Nabeeta Mulowooza has been honoured at the Palacio de Congresos, Alicante, Spain. Nabeeta , a distinguished Ugandan entrepreneur, renewable energy advocate, development practitioner, media innovator, and youth empowerment champion, was honoured with a Prestigious Honorary Award during the Clevenard Open Project 2026 – 5th Edition and the
Besigye, Lukwago rushed to medical facilities
The People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) has raised concern over the health of its leaders Dr Kizza Besigye and Erias Lukwago, saying both were transferred from prison to medical facilities after their health conditions deteriorated. In a statement issued on Sunday, the opposition group said Besigye was transferred from Luzira
Brig Gen Hyeroba Takes Over As Commander 3 Infantry Division
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division witnessed a change of command following the handover of office from Major General Wilberforce Sserunkuma to Brigadier General Michael Walaka Hyeroba at the Division Headquarters in Moroto. The ceremony was presided over by the Deputy Chief of Defence Forces and Inspector
UPDF 3 Infantry Division Passes Out NCOs After Ideological, Leadership Training
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division has passed out Intake Five Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) who completed a three-month Ideological and Leadership Course at the Division Headquarters, Moroto Barracks. The trainees were drawn from various units across the Division and underwent training aimed at strengthening their leadership skills,
How the death of Ugandan Migrant worker triggered Shs 30m insurance payout
NIC Life Assurance, in partnership with Spades Insurance Brokers, has paid Shs30 million to the family of a Ugandan migrant worker who died in Dubai, highlighting the importance of insurance protection for Ugandans seeking employment abroad. The payment was made under the Uganda Migrant Workers’ Insurance Scheme (UMWIS), an insurance
Museveni grants King Oyo official burial
President Yoweri Museveni has directed that the late King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Tooro be accorded an official burial and that Uganda observe three days of national mourning in his honour. In a condolence message to the people of Uganda and the Tooro Kingdom, Museveni described
Over 98 Ugandan law firms set for recognition in Public Opinions awards
At least 100 law firms are set to be recognised for excellence in different areas of legal practice as Public Opinions moves to honour firms it says are advancing professional standards, sustainable development and responsible investment in Uganda. The firms will be recognised across 100 service categories and inducted into
Govt suspends special land titles over fraud fears
The government has suspended the routine issuance of Special Certificates of Title for three months amid growing concerns over double titling, fraudulent declarations and manipulation of land transactions. The temporary halt, announced by Lands, Housing and Urban Development minister Judith Nabakooba at the Uganda Media Centre on Wednesday, is intended
