Updated by Anastasios Gordon Sekandi at 00:40 EAT, on Thursday, 28 August 2025. LSpeaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among, has been elected as the NRM Second National Vice Chairperson (Female), defeating the incumbent, First Deputy Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga. The victory marks a significant milestone for Speaker Among, further cementing her…
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Health Risks Hidden in Uganda’s Popular Snacks
By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1322 EAT on Wednesday 27 August 2025 On the bustling streets of Kampala, fried snacks are ubiquitous—cheap, quick, and irresistibly convenient. From golden chapatis and crispy deep-fried cassava to stacks of packaged biscuits in corner shops, they’re a daily staple for millions. Behind the irresistible appeal of Uganda’s most…
Environment Alarm Raised Over Cage Fish Farming in Lake Victoria
By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1142 EAT on Monday 25 August 2025 A new scientific review has raised serious concerns about the environmental impact of cage fish farming in Lake Victoria, warning that the practice is depleting native fish stocks and could trigger a long-term ecological crisis. The review, titled “Environmental Impacts of Cage…
Uganda Nears First Oil Production as CNOOC Completes 15 Wells at Kingfisher
By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1056 EAT on Monday 25 August 2025 “Uganda has moved a step closer to producing its first oil, following the successful drilling of 15 wells by CNOOC Uganda Limited at the Kingfisher oil field in Kikuube District.” “With only 16 wells remaining before full-scale production, the milestone marks a…
Isak Ruled Out of Liverpool Clash as Uganda Make Historic CHAN Quarterfinals
By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1523 EAT on Friday 22 August 2025 Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe remains optimistic that Alexander Isak can be reintegrated into the squad, despite the striker publicly declaring that his relationship with the club “cannot continue.” Isak broke his silence midweek in a strongly worded Instagram post, accusing the…
Judicial Officers Decry Government U-Turn on Promised Salary Increase
By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 2044 EAT on Thursday 21 August 2025 All is not well within the judiciary, as deputy registrars, assistant registrars, and chief magistrates accuse the government of backtracking on a previously agreed resolution to enhance their salaries. The judicial officers have expressed frustration over what they describe as a breach…
Uganda, United States Conclude Agreement on Migration Cooperation
Updated by Anastasios Gordon Sekandi updated at 12:16 EAT on Thursday August 21, 2025. The Government of Uganda has entered into a bilateral cooperation agreement with the United States of America to strengthen collaboration on migration and asylum-related matters. Under the new arrangement, Uganda will cooperate with the United States in examining protection requests from…
Uganda’s Road Crisis Deepens: Mounting Dept and Struggling Businesses
By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1221 EAT on Wednesday 20 August 2025 On a sweltering afternoon in Najjera, the unfinished Kiwatule–Kira–Kiwogoma road paints a tale of contrasts — one of long-promised progress, and another of daily disruption. Vehicles inch over rough, uneven terrain as traders battle thick dust to protect their goods. Around them,…
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