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Uganda’s Strategic Entry into BRICS: Trade, Security, and Economic Opportunities

Uganda became the first East African nation to join BRICS as a partner, positioning itself within a growing alliance that seeks to reshape global economic policies. BRICS comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and now new partners like Uganda has emphasized reducing reliance on the US dollar through de-dollarisation, aiming to foster stronger, currency-neutral […]

Uganda Signs Deal with RCC to Revitalize Telecommunications Sector

On October 25, 2024, Uganda’s government signed an agreement with Dubai-based Rowad Capital Commercial (RCC) to revitalize Uganda Telecommunications Corporation Limited (UTCL). The signing ceremony, attended by President Yoweri Museveni, aimed to position UTCL as a key player in regional telecommunications and drive job creation through foreign investment. President Yoweri Museveni, Minister of ICT and […]

Speaker Anita Among Elected Vice-Chairperson of African Parliamentary Forum

Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, has been elected Vice-Chairperson of the Forum of African Speakers and Presidents of Legislatures. The election, held in Accra, Ghana, highlighted the importance of regional unity and cooperation in addressing Africa’s development challenges The Speaker of Parliament, Honorable Anita Among, has been elected Vice-Chairperson of the Forum of African Speakers […]

President Museveni Provides Support to Families of Fuel Truck Fire Victims

A fuel truck fire in Kigoogwa town, Wakiso district, on October 22, 2024, has resulted in 15 fatalities and 24 critical injuries. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has provided five million shillings to each victim’s family and one million shillings to those injured for medical expenses. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni The families of the victims of […]

President Museveni Commends IOC’s Refugee Sports Initiative During Meeting with Thomas Bach

President Yoweri Museveni met with International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach at State House, Entebbe. The discussion, also attended by First Lady Janet Museveni, centered around Uganda’s support for sports, particularly the IOC’s initiative of involving refugees in the Olympic movement through the Refugee Olympic Team. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni met and held discussions […]

President Museveni Urges EALA to Prioritize East African Market Integration and Federation

President Yoweri Museveni, during a special East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) sitting at State House Entebbe, emphasized the importance of realizing East African market integration and political federation. President Mseveni in a group photo with EALA representatives at State House Entebbe. President Yoweri Museveni has appealed to the members of the East African Legislative Assembly […]

Saudi Arabia Agrees to Pardon and Repatriate Stranded Ugandan Migrant Workers

Saudi Arabia has agreed to pardon Ugandan migrant workers detained in deportation centres and prisons, following negotiations led by Uganda’s Minister of State for Labour, Esther Anyakun Davinia, with Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Human Resources and Social Development, Eng. Ahmed Alrajhi. Minister of State for Labour, Employment, and Industrial Relations, Esther Anyakun Davinia, has announced […]

President Museveni Dismisses Involvement of Abu Mukasa and Lt. Gen. Prossy Nalweyiso in State House Investigation, Praises Their Contributions to Uganda’s Development.

President Yoweri Museveni confirmed an investigation into some State House staff accused of leaking classified documents, but dismissed any involvement of businessman Abu Mukasa and senior advisor Lt. Gen. Prossy Nalweyiso. Museveni praised Mukasa’s contributions, including facilitating billions in investments and securing cheaper fuel deals for Uganda President Yoweri Museveni has confirmed that some staff […]

President Museveni and Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Strengthen Security and Bilateral Cooperation

President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda held bilateral talks with Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud in Kampala, discussing key security issues and regional stability. They commended the efforts of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) and Somali Security Forces in combating Al-Shabaab, and they welcomed the newly established African Union Support and Stabilization Mission […]

Electoral Commission Announces Over 10,000 Job Positions

The Electoral Commission (EC) of Uganda, established under Article 60 of the Constitution, has announced a nationwide recruitment drive to fill vacant positions within its structure. Electoral Commission (EC) chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama has warned against any amendment to the existing electoral laws ahead of the 2025/26 general elections The Ugandan Electoral Commission (EC), which […]