Uganda news

Renowned food YouTuber Sonny, famous for his channel Best Ever Food Review Show, has embarked on his latest culinary adventure in Uganda. The news of Sonny’s visit to Uganda was confirmed by Rahim Foods Restaurant, who shared delightful photos of him indulging in the local cuisine. Sonny is celebrated for his vibrant and entertaining food vlogs, where he traverses the ...

In a recent presentation to the Budget Committee, Kira Municipality MP Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda disclosed the allocation of over UGX 720 billion in the 2025/26 national budget for private ventures and debt repayments. The allocations raised concerns, particularly the substantial sums designated for projects like the International Specialised Hospital in Lubowa and compensation payments to the Democratic Republic of Congo ...

Soroti High Court, under the leadership of Resident Judge Boniface Wamala, handed down a significant sentence of 55 years in prison to David Okello, aged 34, for the grave offenses of rape and robbery. Judge Wamala did not mince words in describing Okello’s actions as “terrifying and unlawful,” highlighting the profound impact they had on the victim, his 40-year-old aunt. ...

Subscribers of Lyca Mobile in Uganda woke up to an unexpected blackout last Saturday, leading to widespread panic and uncertainty. Despite being known as one of the most affordable mobile internet providers since its entry into the Ugandan market in January 2020, users found themselves unable to access internet services, make calls, or load data during the morning hours. The ...

In a significant breakthrough, law enforcement authorities have successfully recovered a firearm that has been connected to a series of violent crimes spanning multiple regions, including the Kampala Metropolitan Police (KMP) area, Busoga East, Busoga North, Elgon region, Ssezibwa, and neighboring areas. The successful recovery of the weapon followed a targeted operation carried out on May 9, 2025, in Kasangati ...