Tag: Uganda
Uganda breaks silence on internet shutdown ahead of elections
Ugandans are set to head to the polls on Thursday in an election widely expected to hand President Yoweri Museveni…
Africa sends a powerful signal to Uganda, puts Jonathan in charge
In a letter inviting Jonathan to lead the mission, the African Union Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, Bankole…
Super Eagles crush Uganda as Onyedika’s double seals emphatic win
Onyedika doubled Nigeria’s advantage in the 62nd minute after linking up smartly with Samuel Chukwueze, before adding a third five…
1xBet AFCON: Profile of Beninese referee for crucial Uganda vs Nigeria clash
Beninese referee Djindo Louis Houngnandande has been appointed to officiate the crucial Group C match between Uganda and Nigeria at…
AFCON 2025 Group C Preview: Super Eagles brace for Tunisia, Uganda, Tanzania test
Group C of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations promises drama, quality football and compelling storylines as Nigeria, Tunisia, Uganda…
Uganda, Egypt forge Pharmaceutical ties at AfriSummit 2024
During the meeting, the Ugandan side expressed deep admiration for Egypt’s advancements in the pharmaceutical industry, as well as its…
Museveni appoints son head of Uganda’s military
Kainerugaba frequently trades barbs with opposition politicians and has also formed a pressure group that has been mobilising political support…
Falconets beat Uganda 2-0 to reach African Games final
Falconets had beaten Morocco 2-0 in their first match before a 4-0 humbling of Senegal in their second group B…
Uganda charges 20 year-old man with ‘aggravated homosexuality’
He was charged on Aug. 18 with aggravated homosexuality after he "performed unlawful sexual intercourse" with a 41-year-old man, according…
World Bank stops new loans to Uganda over gay law
"No new public financing to Uganda will be presented to our Board of Executive Directors until the efficacy of the…
Museveni’s son declares intention to run for presidency
Uganda’s opposition has long accused Museveni of seeking to impose a monarchy on Uganda and claimed he was grooming his…
Flying Eagles fly into semi-final, FIFA World Cup
The Nigerian side, in the match played in Ismailia, defeated 2021 Silver medalist, Uganda by a lone goal to move…
11 children killed in school of the blind
The police said the tragic incident occurred at Salama School of the Blind at about 1 a.m. local time.
Schools in Uganda, Chile among ‘world’s best’ in new prize
Schools in Uganda, Chile, Scotland, the Philippines and the U.S. triumphed at the inaugural “World’s Best School Prizes” for feats…
4th health worker dies of Ebola in Uganda
Nabisubi died at a health facility in Fort Portal City in the Kabarole district. His death comes after a doctor…
Ebola virus breaks out in central Uganda
Uganda has had over five Ebola outbreaks in the last two decades, mostly along its western regions close to the…
Uganda landslide death toll soars to 15
The Uganda Red Cross Society (URCS) told reporters that the bodies of the victims have been recovered from the landslide…
Besigye Uganda’s opposition leader jailed for protesting against inflation
Besigye, 66, was detained on Tuesday as he led a protest against inflation in downtown Kampala, the capital, only days…
Museveni’s son Kainerugaba retires from army in prep for 2026 race
Kainerugaba who has been in the military for more than 20 years, was rushed through the ranks by his father…
Ugandans to pay fines for refusing COVID-19 vaccine jabs
Although the East African country started administering COVID-19 jabs nearly a year ago, only about 16 million jabs have been…
ICJ orders Uganda pay $325M reparations to Congo DR
Uganda must pay the sum in five yearly instalments of $65 million to start in September of this year, presiding…
CNOOC, TotalEnergies begin oil production in Uganda
A grand ceremony attended by Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, Tanzanian Vice President Philip Isdor Mpango, oil company chief executives and…
Uganda charges 15 with terrorism
Islamic State (IS), which is allied with the rebel Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), claimed responsibility for the Nov. 16 attack…
D’Tigers outplay Uganda in FIBA World Cup qualifier, lead group
Team leader Ike Diogu was again inspirational with 27 points and 10 rebounds.
China connects one million Ugandans to satellite TV
Zhang Lizhong, Chinese ambassador to Uganda, said the project benefitted about one million people.
Phoney doctor gives Ugandans water jabs as COVID-19 vaccine
A phoney doctor in Uganda, now on the run, was suspected to have been injecting people with water and passing…
Ghana beat Uganda to win 4th U20 AFCON
On the day that their country celebrated the 64th Independence Day, Ghana’s Black Satellites delivered the ultimate gift, the Total…
Uganda moves for reconciliation after Museveni confirmed poll winner
Political and religious forces in Uganda are calling for reconciliation after the country's most violent elections since President Yoweri Museveni…
Uganda switches on internet but social media still blocked
Uganda on Monday switched on the internet after it had shut it down on Jan. 13, fearing that it would…
How U.S. billions keep Museveni in power: Reports
By Max Bearak Longtime Ugandan leader Yoweri Museveni, who on Saturday won a sixth term as president with 60 percent…