Current Affairs

Foreign relations experts have warned that Uganda could face reduced international funding if the proposed Sovereignty Bill is passed into law, citing concerns over restrictions on foreign support to critical sectors.

Rising concerns over vehicle safety and emergency response in the Karamoja sub-region have been highlighted after another vehicle fire left one person injured and goods worth millions destroyed.

Jacob Kiplimo delivered a historic performance, setting a new Ugandan national marathon record while finishing third at the London Marathon on Sunday in the United Kingdom

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defense Forces (CDF), has credited Ugandan youth for what he described as a decisive choice for peace and stability, saying their actions ensured a calm electoral process and continuity of leadership following the 2026 General Elections.

The High Court in Kampala has temporarily stopped the Uganda Music Promoters Savings and Credit Cooperative Society Limited (SACCO) from operating, following a dispute over alleged fraud, illegal takeover, and misuse of billions of Shillings in government funds.

The Commercial Division of the High Court has ordered Airtel Uganda to pay 1.09 billion Shillings to Uganda Revenue Authority after losing a tax dispute over imported telecommunications equipment.

The Government has suspended the enforcement of "Trade Order" operations across the country. The move follows intense pressure from the House and growing public outcry over the treatment of urban vendors.

Sheikh Musa Khalil, the Regional Assistant to the Mufti of Northern Uganda, has called for dialogue to heal political wounds after the just-concluded elections.

The government has stepped up its nationwide campaign to promote safe and regulated external labour migration as part of its efforts to create jobs for Ugandans.

Health Minister Jane Ruth Aceng has raised concern over growing vaccine hesitancy toward the malaria vaccine, noting that it mirrors the resistance seen when the COVID-19 vaccine was first introduced in Uganda.