Uganda made waves at a major tourism event that happened recently across the ocean. NBS TV cameras rolled as Uganda's travel experts met with business people from Qatar during a special expo. The event took place as both countries wanted to create stronger ties between their tourism industries...
Uganda jacked up cigarette prices just before health experts around the world started demanding the same thing. The government bumped taxes on soft cap cigarettes from 55,000 to 65,000 shillings per thousand sticks back in June. Hinge lid cigarettes saw their taxes climb from 80,000 to 90,000...
Uganda rolled out the red carpet for famous Turkish social media stars who flew across the world to check out the country. These digital celebrities and travel experts landed for seven days of sightseeing designed to make Turkey fall in love with Uganda. The Uganda Embassy in Turkey put together...
Doctors sound alarm bells about a deadly throat cancer attacking more Ugandans each day. Dr. Alfred Jatho from Uganda Cancer Institute warns that esophageal cancer targets the food pipe connecting mouth to stomach. This killer disease sneaks up quietly and strikes before victims realize what...
Uganda's top government office threw a party for Africa Public Service Day 2025. The Prime Minister's team wanted to show how important government workers are across the continent. This special day happens every year to thank public servants who help build better countries. African leaders use...
Uganda moves closer to building its dream railway after government teams started major talks with Islamic Development Bank officials. Finance ministry workers and railway experts began a week of tough negotiations about money for the Standard Gauge Railway project. Bank representatives will help...
Evolve Group Africa plans a massive celebration for female marketing stars across Uganda. The company picked Thursday July 24 for their first Women in Marketing Summit and Honors at Kampala Serena Hotel. Marketing queens from around the country will gather at Turaco Hall for exclusive...
A killer walked into court and admitted he murdered a top political leader back in 2017. Sibusiso Ncengwa shot dead Sindiso Magaqa from the ANC Youth League during a brutal attack. The gunman also tried to kill three other people who were with Magaqa that day. Judge Nontuthuzelo Mlaba slammed...
Mental health experts keep major secrets from their patients about failed relationships. These professionals often avoid sharing brutal facts that could help people move forward more quickly. Relationship counselors worry about damaging someone's feelings with harsh reality checks. They protect...
Uganda rolled out the red carpet for six American travel experts who flew across the world to check out what the country offers tourists. Ambassador Robinah Kakonge threw a fancy dinner party for these women who plan trips for rich Americans back home. The tourism board wants these ladies to...
President Museveni rolled out the red carpet for top rugby officials at State Lodge. Herbert Mensah from Rugby Africa brought his team to discuss major tournaments coming to Uganda. The country landed the Webb Ellis Rugby World Cup Trophy Tour and will host the 2025 Rugby Africa Cup. World Rugby...
More than 150 golfers will battle for huge cash prizes at Fort Portal next weekend. The Hima Open returns to Tooro Golf Club from July 10 through July 12 with eight million shillings up for grabs. Players fight across men's, ladies', seniors' and other divisions on the famous nine-hole course...
Uganda soccer coaches made brutal cuts to their national team squad ahead of the big tournament. Morley Byekwaso and Fred Muhumuza slashed 12 players from their original group of 41 athletes. The coaches kept only 29 players for the African Nations Championship coming to Uganda next month. Star...
Police grabbed two men after they attacked a campaign worker and destroyed political posters. The troublemakers targeted materials supporting Henry Musasizi, who serves as a government minister and wants to keep his parliament seat. Officers arrested Ndamwesiga Bruno and Ainebyona Isaac from...
President Museveni completely changed how Uganda checks if people are real citizens. He moved the power away from government workers and gave it to local village leaders instead. The president got angry about complaints that officials were treating Banyarwanda people badly. He said local elders...
A terror boss faces the death penalty after judges confirmed he murdered British tourists and other innocent people. Kyoto Abdul Rashid commands fighters for the deadly Allied Democratic Forces group that has killed hundreds across Uganda and Congo. Court papers show he planned brutal attacks...
President Museveni made big promises during his weekend trip to a famous religious site. The leader traveled to Bugonza Shrine where thousands gathered to honor a Catholic martyr named Gonzaga Gonza. He told church officials that government money would transform the holy place into a major...
Police grabbed ten people after campaign fights turned ugly last Friday. Political supporters went crazy during election rallies for two rival candidates. The chaos happened when fans of MP Alex Byarugaba Bakunda battled followers of challenger Asensio Mujuni Maari. Angry crowds torched three...
Uganda's top court threw out a legal challenge against the country's head Muslim leader. Four angry church members wanted to kick out Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubajje from his powerful job as Mufti. They claimed the 70-year-old religious chief broke the rules when he got picked for another term...
Uganda Communications Commission banned a radio host from the airwaves after he trashed a government power project. Santurina Namanya Kakyene works at Boona FM radio station near Rukungiri district. Officials say he spread lies about the energy ministry during his morning show last Thursday. The...
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