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President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the 320-million-litre Kampala Storage Terminal in Mpigi District, describing the project as a major milestone in strengthening Uganda’s petroleum security and capacity to supply fuel to domestic and regional markets. The Kampala Storage Terminal, being developed by the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC), is located...

Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa has commended the progress of construction works on Ncwera Bridge in Mitooma District, saying the project will restore vital connections for communities that have been cut off since the original bridge was destroyed by floods. Tayebwa, who is the Ruhinda North MP, thanked the President for his intervention, which resulted in the provision of...

The Board of Directors of Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC) is holding a one-day strategic retreat in Kampala to review the Corporation’s progress and chart its future direction. The retreat, taking place at Fontis Hotel in Nakasero, brings together the Board for focused discussions on key areas including UBC’s growth, innovation and digital transformation. The discussions are also examining ways to improve...

By Wadulo Arnold Mark KAMPALA – The Uganda Federation of the Hard of Hearing (UFHOH) has called on the government to urgently include hard of hearing persons in implementing and monitoring Global Disability Summit commitments. Addressing a press conference at Sports View Hotel, Kireka on 15th September 2026, UFHOH leaders stressed that despite international pledges and statistical progress, tens of...

The Government has launched a review of Uganda’s economic and commercial diplomacy programme, with officials calling for stronger follow-up on opportunities identified abroad and greater focus on turning diplomatic engagements into actual trade, investment and other economic benefits. The three-day retreat, running from September 16–18, 2026 at Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa, brings together officials from the Ministry...

The Parliamentary Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) has summoned businessman Hassan Basajjabalaba to appear in person and explain the circumstances surrounding a disputed Shs140 billion Bank of Uganda guarantee. The decision was reached on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, after Basajjabalaba failed to appear before the committee, which is investigating the guarantee and the roles played by...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today commissioned new accommodation facilities for personnel of the Special Forces Command (SFC) at Nakasero, describing the investment as part of efforts to improve the welfare, discipline and operational readiness of Uganda’s armed forces. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, President Museveni, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), said the...

The Government is set to commence implementation of the second phase of the Development Response to Displacement Impacts Project (DRDIP II) in October 2026, with the five-year programme targeting about three million refugees and members of host communities. The $328 million programme will be implemented in 14 refugee-hosting districts and will focus on addressing the long-term social, economic and environmental...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called on voters in Adjumani West County to unite behind the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer, James Pilli Leku, saying political unity is essential for peace, development and effective representation. President Museveni made the call today while campaigning for Leku at Padiri Stadium in Adjumani Town Council, shortly after paying tribute to the late...

Lt. Col. Frank Murema, Commander of 16 Service Brigade, has today challenged students of St. Mary’s College Kisubi (SMACK) to embrace patriotism, discipline, productivity and personal responsibility as they prepare to take on leadership roles and contribute to Uganda’s development. Lt. Col. Murema made the remarks while addressing the students during a lecture on national power, where he highlighted the responsibilities of citizens in strengthening the...