Silence, Fear, and the Cost to Uganda’s HIV Fight

By Adam Bukenya | Saturday, January 31st, 2026 Uganda’s fight against HIV has come a long way. Today, more people know their status, treatment is widely available, and many who once feared the virus now live long, productive lives. But beneath this progress lies a quieter challenge—one that statistics alone cannot explain. Healthcare workers say HIV does…

Uganda Secures Third Spot in Absa Africa Financial Markets Index

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1711 EAT on Tuesday 27 January 2026 Uganda Climbs to Third Place in Absa Africa Financial Markets Index 2025Uganda has surged to third place in the 2025 Absa Africa Financial Markets Index, reflecting significant progress in its financial sector. The index, which evaluates financial market development across 23…

Uganda’s Internet Shutdown: Slashed Incomes and Gamers Forced to Go Cold Turkey

Updated by Erick Kikomeko at 1213 EAT on Thursday 22 January 2026 Mobile money agent Mirembe Tracy’s business in Kampala, Uganda’s bustling capital, was thrown into disarray when the government implemented an internet shutdown during last week’s highly contested general election. “All withdrawals were disconnected,” Tracy tells the BBC, noting that she earns nearly all…

Rwabugumi Secures Rubabo County Seat, From District Council to Parliament

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1412 EAT on Tuesday 20 2026 -The Independent: Rukungiri, Uganda | URN – Mathias Mwesigwa Rwabugumi, the current Rukungiri District councillor representing Nyarushanje Sub-county, has been elected as the new Member of Parliament (MP) for Rubabo County. Rwabugumi, who contested under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) banner, was…