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Minister of Health has flagged off the distribution of 2.278 million doses of malaria vaccines to 105 districts with high and moderate malaria transmission. This marks a significant milestone in Uganda’s fight against malaria where malaria causes an estimated of 16,000 to over 100,000 deaths per year. This initiative is supported by Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, with co-financing from the Government of Uganda. UNICEF is responsible for procuring and air-freighting the vaccines to ensure timely delivery of a high-quality product. The malaria vaccine will be integrated into Uganda’s routine immunization schedule starting in April 2025, targeting children under two years old. It…
Uganda and Tanzania agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation in energy development, trade facilitation, infrastructure expansion and regional peace following high-level talks held in Dar es Salaam. The commitments were announced during a joint press briefing by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and President Samia Suluhu Hassan after bilateral discussions between delegations from the two countries. President Samia said the talks reviewed progress on key energy infrastructure projects, including oil and gas pipelines linking Uganda and Tanzania. She confirmed that implementation of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project is on track, with oil transportation expected to begin in July. She…
A new report by Billionaires Africa reveals that Charles Mbire and Sudhir Ruparelia have remained the dominant forces behind Uganda Security Exchange shares growth . The ranking comes as the USE All Share Index saw a 34 percent climb in the 12 months leading to Feb. 4, 2026, pushing total market capitalization to approximately shs 37.3 trillion. Mbire, who chairs MTN Uganda, holds the top spot with a portfolio valued at $91.1 million, driven primarily by his 4 percent stake in the telecommunications giant. Dr Sudhir Ruparelia follows in second place with a combined portfolio of $11.4 million. His holdings are diversified…
Uganda earned the Best Exquisite Destination Award at the Outbound Tourism Mart 2026, which concluded Saturday in Mumbai. The three-day exhibition is considered the largest travel trade show in Asia, drawing more than 50,000 participants and representatives from 60 countries. Joyce Kikafunda, Uganda’s high commissioner to India, accepted the award and credited the achievement to a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Uganda Tourism Board and private sector operators. Uganda’s participation underscores efforts to showcase its unique natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, Kikafunda said. The event marked Uganda’s second appearance at the trade show as the…
Media personality Isaac Daniel Katende, aka Kasuku, lost his grandmother In the early hours of Saturday morning, at around 12:10 a.m., Kasuku broke the heartbreaking news to his followers on social media, sharing a raw and emotional message that revealed the depth of his pain. “My Jajja is gone. My entire life is shattered. I honestly don’t know how I am going to move forward from this. This feels like the end of the road for me,” he wrote. Kasuku says the late grand mother played significant role in raising him, describing her absence as a life-altering blow that has left…
President Yowei Museveni has awarded his son and Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba Kabalega Star Medal in recognition of his outstanding contributions and achievements in the military during the 45th Tarehe Sita celebrations held on Friday in Kabale District. The Kabalega Star, which ranks second only to the Order of Katonga, is awarded to individuals in recognition of conspicuous gallantry, bravery, and distinguished military service. According to the citation, Gen Muhoozi has served with diligence and professionalism throughout his military career. He previously commanded operations against Al-Shabaab up to 2022, overseeing force readiness and combat effectiveness in a complex operational…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) has offered free medical services to Somali civilians as part of activities commemorating the 45th Tarehe Sita anniversary. The outreach was conducted through a free medical camp aimed at improving access to healthcare while strengthening civil-military cooperation with local communities. Speaking during the launch of the medical camp, the Ugandan Contingent Administration Officer, Colonel Hamza Kasajja, described Tarehe Sita as a landmark day in the history of Uganda and the UPDF, representing sacrifice, patriotism, and service to humanity. “Tarehe Sita is a very…
The Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has congratulated President Yoweri Museveni on winning the 2026 general elections and described the polls as the most peaceful in Uganda’s history. Gen Kainerugaba made the remarks on February 6, during the commemoration of the 45th Tarehe Sita celebrations in Kabale District. He also congratulated citizens for exercising their democratic rights. “I congratulate the people of Uganda on peacefully exercising your right in the just concluded presidential, parliamentary and local council elections,” he said. “It is quite comforting that save for a few isolated cases, security was observed in most parts of…
National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) Managing Director Eng. Dr. Silver Mugisha has told a global academic summit that public utilities must under go a fundamental transition from engineering–only organizations to customer–centric service providers to survive modern climate and urban growth pressures. Speaking at the Global South Academic Conclave (GSAC) 2026 at CEPT University, Dr Mugisha attibuted the transformation of Uganda’s national water utility from a struggling entity into a high–performing public enterprisetp good customer care services. He argued that in the “Global South reality,” utilities sit at the critical intersection of climate resilience, public finance, governance and social equity. Dr.…
Kenya’s central bank has banned use of banknotes as Valentine Flower bouquets saying its illegal and could lead to a prison sentence. Those found guilty of damaging money could face up to seven years in jail The trend, popularised by social media influencers, involves rolling and pinning cash into decorative arrangements for celebrations. Central Bank of Kenya says the practice “defaces” the currency and compromises the integrity of the banknotes. This damage prevents the notes from being processed by ATMs and cash-counting machines, leading to “unnecessary costs” for the public and the bank to replace them. While the CBK said…