Ibanda, Uganda | URN | The Archbishop of Mbarara, His Grace Lambert Bainomugisha, has pledged to formally sign and incorporate more than 600 Runyankole-Rukiga Catholic liturgical hymns composed by the late John Bosco Kazoora into the Catholic Church liturgy, in recognition of his decades-long contribution to worship and evangelisation. Kazoora, …
Read More »Govt rallies Lira private sector to boost hotels ahead of AFCON
Lira, Uganda | URN | The government has called on the private sector in Lira City to urgently invest in hotel infrastructure as Uganda steps up preparations to host matches of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), warning that inadequate accommodation could derail the city’s chances of hosting international teams. …
Read More »Uganda hails Canton Fair as gateway to trade, investment opportunities
Kampala, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda said Wednesday that the China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, is a strategic platform for boosting trade and investment partnerships. Uganda’s participation in the fair in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, was aimed at expanding exports, attracting foreign direct investment, and …
Read More »Karamoja Survivors Network launched to push justice for GBV victims
Moroto, Uganda | URN | A Karamoja chapter of the Uganda Survivors Network has been launched in Moroto District to strengthen access to justice systems for survivors of violence in a region where reporting remains low and gender-based violence cases are widespread. The launch is driven by concerns over persistent …
Read More »Bank of Africa-Uganda strengthens SME commitment at CEO Business Conference 2026
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Bank of Africa-Uganda participated in the 3rd Edition of the CEO Business Conference 2026, held under the theme “Adapt and Advance,” bringing together chief executives, business owners, and senior decision-makers from sectors such as construction, trade, and education, it said on May 4. The …
Read More »Solar irrigation push gains traction as Uganda races against climate shocks
Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | Uganda’s growing climate crisis is forcing policymakers, financiers, development agencies and agribusinesses to rethink how the country will feed itself in an era of erratic rainfall, prolonged droughts and rising temperatures. At the centre of that conversation is solar-powered irrigation systems (SPIS), a technology increasingly …
Read More »MTN gives Kasese Shs20 million for Martyrs Day celebrations
Kasese, Uganda | URN | In support of the June 3rd 2026 Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations, the Diocese of Kasese has received a vital financial boost from MTN-Uganda. The telecommunication company contributed 20 million shillings to support the diocese, which is taking the lead in organizing this year’s national event …
Read More »EC begins preparations for Kalangala Woman MP by-election
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Electoral Commission has scheduled a stakeholders’ meeting ahead of the forthcoming Kalangala District Woman Member of Parliament by-election following the death of Woman MP-elect Helen Nakimuli. The meeting, convened by Justice Simon Byabakama, the Electoral Commission chairperson, will take place on Friday, May 8, 2026, …
Read More »Internal Affairs Ministry, security agencies hold suspected drug kingpin
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Ministry of Internal Affairs, in collaboration with sister security agencies, is holding Keith King Mugisha, the suspected kingpin of an international drug trafficking and identity fraud network operating in and outside Uganda. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Ministry said the intelligence-led operation uncovered …
Read More »Auto Show Kampala 2026 expands to 3 days, puts road safety at the centre
Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Auto Show Kampala has officially unveiled its 2026 edition, announcing an expanded three-day experience from July 17 to 19, 2026 at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, with a strong national focus on road safety and vehicle inspection. The announcement was made this morning at the Ministry …
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