Uganda news

A prominent vaccine plant, commissioned by President Museveni with a value of Shs 1.8 trillion, has been listed for sale due to mounting financial obligations. The unexpected decision to sell the plant raises concerns about the future of vaccine production in the country and the potential impact on public health. This development has raised apprehension regarding the continuity of vaccine ...

A heavy downpour has disrupted all voting activities for the LCV by-election in Hoima district. The Hoima District Returning Officer, Merab Kasende, said the voting started as early as 7 o’clock. He, however, added that this happened in some distant areas but not in Hoima City where it rained heavily. “We have already dispatched materials in the field and polls ...

Preparations are in full swing as the annual celebration of Kyabazinga Nadiope’s coronation anniversary draws near. Regarded as a significant event in the region, the commemoration will honor the rich cultural heritage and legacy of this prominent Ugandan leader. The coronation anniversary, anticipated by many, is a joyous occasion that brings together communities, dignitaries, and well-wishers from far and wide. ...

Police in Kampala have mounted a hunt for a woman who allegedly kidnapped her own son. She reportedly did this to extort Shs4 million from her husband. The incident happened last week when a one Justine Namukeme informed her husband, Stephen Wasinga of the kidnapping. She told him that their 5-year-old son Adrian Wansireko had been taken from their home ...

Buganda Kingdom’s minister for culture and tourism, Anthony Wamala has revealed that the restoration of Kasubi Tombs is in its final stages. These tombs were gutted down by fire over a decade ago. The Katikkiro of Buganda Kingdom, Charles Peter Mayiga is currently in Riyad, the Capital of Saud to attend a meeting with the United Nations Education, Scientific and ...