UAE Halts Visas for Ugandans amid trafficking claims
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced it will suspend the issuance of all tourist and work visas to Ugandan nationals beginning January 2026. The directive, issued through an immigration circular in Abu Dhabi, places Uganda among several countries facing sudden travel restrictions. This move poses a significant threat to
NIRA Announces ID Renewal Schedule for Ugandans Abroad
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) is extending its national ID renewal campaign beyond Uganda’s borders, targeting Ugandans living in the diaspora starting next month. After launching the mass renewal and registration exercise in Uganda in May — which has already seen more than five million citizens enrolled —
