Tag: Uganda
Uganda shuts Congo border as Ebola cases near 1,000 in worsening outbreak
Uganda has closed its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to help stop the spread of Ebola, as…
FG moves to prevent Ebola entry as outbreak hits Congo, Uganda
The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), says it is closely watching…
Dangote eyes new refinery project across East Africa after Uganda talks
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has confirmed that he recently met Nigerian billionaire industrialist Aliko Dangote to discuss plans for a…
81- year-old Museveni extends 40-year grip on Uganda Presidency
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has officially been sworn in for a seventh term in office after winning the country’s January…
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…