Museveni Sends Shs 5M to Bereaved Families in Flood-hit Kween
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has extended compensation of Shs 5 million to families that lost loved ones in the recent devastating floods that hit the districts of Kween, Bukwo, and Kapchorwa. Last week, heavy rains triggered floods and landslides across the Elgon subregion, leaving at least 24 people dead
Museveni Releases Official Campaign Poster as Political Showdown with Bobi Wine Looms
As Uganda’s political atmosphere intensifies, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate, has unveiled his official campaign poster ahead of the 2026 General Elections. The poster was released earlier today at the NRM party headquarters, coming just weeks after Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine,
Museveni Backs Ham Kiggundu’s Plan to Transform Nakivubo Channel
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has thrown his support behind an ambitious proposal by entrepreneur Hamis Kiggundu aimed at revitalizing the Nakivubo Channel. In a letter dated August 2, 2025, and addressed to Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja, Museveni praised Kiggundu’s plan as both “imaginative and simple,” noting its potential to address
Sorrow as Body of Former Minister Rhoda Kalema Arrives at Entebbe Airport
The body of Lay Canon Rhoda Nakibuuka Nsibirwa Kalema, former Minister for Public Service and revered elder stateswoman, arrived this morning at Entebbe International Airport from Nairobi, where she passed away over the weekend following an illness. The body was received by representatives from A-Plus Funeral Services, the Uganda Police
Uganda Cranes’ Shs 1.2 Billion Match Bonus in Jeopardy After Crushing Defeat to Algeria
A staggering Shs 1.2 billion reward for the Uganda Cranes for every match they win in the ongoing CHAN PAMOJA 2024 tournament now hangs in the balance, following a humbling 3-0 defeat to the Algerian national team. The bold incentive was announced by FUFA President Moses Magogo Hassim just hours
Museveni Pledges Shs 1.2 Billion Per Win for Uganda Cranes at CHAN 2024
As the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 kicks off, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has pledged a staggering Shs 1.2 billion for the Uganda Cranes for every match they win in the tournament. The bold incentive was announced by FUFA President Moses Magogo Hassim during his address to the national
Uganda Co-Hosting CHAN 2024 is a Landmark Achievement in the Country’s Sports
By Carolyne Muyama The opportunity for Uganda to co-host the 2024 African Nations Championship alongside Kenya and Tanzania transcends football. It is a chance for African players to showcase their talent on the continental stage since CHAN features only local talent. This tournament boosts morale and pride in homegrown athletes
Museveni Clarifies Executive Order on Balaalo, Urges Respect for Law and Local Communities
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has addressed growing concerns and misinformation circulating on social media regarding his recent Executive Orders concerning the presence and conduct of the Balaalo [pastoralist cattle herders] in Northern, North-Western, and Eastern Uganda. In a strongly worded statement shared through his social media platforms on Sunday, Museveni clarified
Police nabs 21 Suspects Over Robberies at National Theatre and UBC roundabout
At least 21 suspects, including two women, have been arrested in connection with a string of robberies and assaults that occurred on Saturday in the area surrounding the National Theatre and UBC roundabout. The suspects, reportedly disguised in yellow T-shirts, targeted motorists, pedestrians, and individuals heading to Kyadondo to witness
President Museveni Picks NRM Nomination Forms ahead of 2026 Elections
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni is expected to officially pick up nomination forms this Saturday at the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Electoral Commission offices, signaling his intent to retain both the party chairmanship and the presidential flag bearer slot ahead of the 2026 general elections. This announcement was made earlier today
