The Patriotism Secretariat recently celebrated the graduation of 1,250 students in Mbale, marking a significant step in youth empowerment programs. The initiative focused on instilling national values, discipline, and civic responsibility among the graduates. This event comes at a crucial…
The Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI) has achieved a significant milestone, discharging its first-ever bone marrow transplant patient. This historic accomplishment dramatically enhances Uganda’s specialized cancer care capabilities, offering new hope to individuals battling blood cancers and similar conditions, and potentially…
As the world observes World Malaria Day on April 25, Uganda is reporting encouraging advancements in its fight against the disease, particularly through its malaria vaccine rollout. Launched in 2025, the vaccine program targeting children under five is showing steady…
A Ugandan court has significantly reduced an 80-year prison sentence previously handed down to a man convicted of killing his father, highlighting ongoing discussions about sentencing proportionality and rehabilitation within the criminal justice system. The Court of Appeal, sitting at…
In a move aimed at balancing urban development with economic livelihood, government officials have announced plans to provide new market spaces for traders recently displaced by enforcement actions. This initiative comes as part of a broader effort to formalize trading…
In a gripping turn at the High Court trial unfolding at Ggaba Community Church grounds, murder suspect Christopher Okello Onyum has vehemently denied intending to kill the four toddlers on April 2. Okello presented himself to the court as a…
In a significant move, the Ugandan government has temporarily suspended the enforcement of a contentious trade order that sparked widespread outcry from traders and small businesses. The decision comes after numerous complaints regarding demolitions and crackdowns in urban centers, notably…
Ugandan authorities have launched an investigation into several oil marketing companies following widespread public frustration over alleged fuel hoarding, artificial shortages, and a surge in pump prices across the nation. The probe comes amidst reports of dry service stations and…
Outgoing Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has unleashed a scathing attack on the proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026, labelling it the “most ridiculous piece of legislation” he has ever encountered. Lukwago asserts that the bill poses a grave threat…
Uganda marked World Malaria Day on April 25 by highlighting significant achievements in its malaria vaccine rollout, reporting a surge in uptake among children under five and reduced hospital admissions in various health facilities. Alongside these successes, community health teams…
