Uganda begins construction of $300m strategic fuel terminal
Uganda began constructing a 320-million-litre petroleum storage terminal in Mpigi District on Thursday, September 17, 2026, as part of efforts to strengthen fuel security and […]
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Uganda military chief orders shutdown of major media outlets amid press freedom fears
Uganda’s military chief Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba ordered the shutdown of major media outlets belonging to Nation Media Group on Sunday, 28 June 2026, escalating tensions […]
Ugandan Opposition Lawyer Charged With Concealing Treason After Arrest Ordered by Army Chief
A Ugandan court on June 17, 2026, charged opposition lawyer and politician Erias Lukwago with concealing treason, days after he was arrested on the orders […]
Uganda’s Museveni Sworn In for Seventh Term Amid Tight Security
On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has been sworn in for a record seventh consecutive term after winning January’s disputed presidential election, […]
World Bank Backs Uganda’s Standard Gauge Railway Project
The World Bank has pledged financial support for Uganda’s Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), according to a State House statement issued on April, 1. The commitment […]
EAC leaders urge immediate ceasefire in eastern DRC
Leaders of the East African Community (EAC) have called for an immediate ceasefire in the conflict-hit eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The appeal […]
Uganda Restores Internet After Election Shutdown
Uganda has fully restored internet services nationwide, bringing an end to a temporary shutdown imposed during the recent election period, the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) […]
UN Raises Alarm Over NGO Suspensions and Internet Shutdown Ahead of Uganda Elections
The UN human rights office has expressed serious concern over Uganda’s suspension of 10 non-governmental organisations and the restriction of internet access ahead of Thursday’s […]
Uganda Poised for Double-Digit Growth as Oil Production Begins
Uganda is set to begin commercial oil production in its western fields, a development expected to accelerate the country’s economic growth to double digits by […]
Tshisekedi Disputes M23 Withdrawal From Uvira as Regional Leaders Push Verification Mechanisms
Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi said on Sunday, December 21 that M23 rebels have not withdrawn from the strategic border city of Uvira, contradicting claims by […]