UNITED NATIONS | Xinhua | UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher has allocated 4 million U.S. dollars from the UN Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) to support the Ugandan government’s response to Ebola, a UN spokesperson said Thursday. The newly-released funding is part of a …

Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has proposed sweeping reforms to Uganda’s telecommunications tax regime, including reducing taxes on smartphones, internet data, and mobile money transactions, to make digital services more affordable and accelerate the country’s digital transformation. The proposals are contained in UCC’s report, “A …

Kampala, Uganda | URN | The arrest and detention of former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago have reignited debate over the constitutional powers of Uganda’s security agencies and the limits of their authority when dealing with civilians. On Monday, June 15, Uganda People’s Defense Forces-UPDF officers seized Lukwago from his residence …

Agago, Uganda | URN | A multi-million-shilling sunflower processing machine installed in Lapono Sub-county, Agago District, is expected to boost value addition in the region, with farmers in Agago, Kitgum, and Abim districts being encouraged to increase production to supply the facility. Zakalia Atom, the Secretary Manager of Karenga, Kaabong, …

Kampala, Uganda | URN | At least 40 Ugandan migrant workers have died in Europe, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia and other destinations since January 2026, reigniting concerns about the safety and welfare of thousands of Ugandans seeking employment abroad. The deaths, documented by Kyeyo Initiative Uganda, a …

Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda’s middle-distance runner, Halimah Nakaayi, is set to compete in the women’s 800 metres race at the Doha Diamond League in Qatar on Friday, June 19 . This comes as she continues her preparations for major international competitions, including the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The 2019 World …

Kampala, Uganda | URN | Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Joel Ssenyonyi has petitioned Speaker Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth to recall Parliament from recess to address what he describes as an escalating wave of human rights violations, enforced disappearances, and growing disregard for the rule of law. In a June 17 …

WASHINGTON | Xinhua & Tass | U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Iran aimed at ending the conflict, according to U.S. media reports. Trump confirmed the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran. “It’s signed,” he said following …

HOUSTON | Xinhua | Cristiano Ronaldo delivered a subdued 90-minute performance as Portugal was held to a surprise 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their FIFA World Cup Group K opener at Houston Stadium on Wednesday. Portugal struck early when Joao Neves rose high to head home from a corner …

Hoima, Uganda | URN | The government is to assist landowners in parts of Bunyoro in titling their land as the region battles rising cases of land grabbing. The World Bank-funded project is led by the Ministry of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development. Systematic Land Adjudication and Certification (SLAAC) program …