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Soroti, Uganda — Major improvement works at the Awoja Water Treatment Plant are nearing completion, with key infrastructure now operational and the plant positioned to increase water production from 7 million to 10 million litres per day. The project, implemented by the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), aims to improve the reliability, adequacy and coverage of water supply across...

Uganda is set to use the international popularity of ice hockey to promote itself as a leading tourism destination through a new partnership with Infront Sports & Media, a global sports marketing company. The partnership, spearheaded by the Uganda Embassy in Switzerland in collaboration with the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), will use the reach of ice hockey to showcase Uganda...

State House staff have benefited from a medical camp aimed at promoting preventive healthcare, early diagnosis and access to essential health services. The camp, held on Friday 16th October, 2026 at Okello House in Nakasero, brought together health professionals and partners to provide a range of services, including HIV and tuberculosis (TB) screening, cancer screening, Hepatitis B testing, blood donation,...

By Buwule Joseph Mary MBARARA, UGANDA — Uganda has unveiled three new improved purple-fleshed sweet potato varieties as the country commemorated World Food Day 2026, with the new varieties expected to contribute to improved nutrition, food security, household incomes and climate-resilient agriculture. The new varieties, which are rich in important nutrients including zinc and vitamins A and C, were unveiled during...

By Sharon Basilika Police commanders in Mukono have raised concerns over fuel shortages, saying they are struggling to conduct patrols and respond to crime incidents. Albert Natumanya, the Nagalama Police Commander, said his officers cover a large area but have limited fuel for police vehicles and motorcycles, making it difficult to respond to emergencies. Natumanya was speaking during a two-day meeting...

By Wadulo Arnold Mark KAMPALA – Uganda’s Ministry of Finance has released Shs 21.82 trillion for the second quarter of FY 2026/27 to fund government operations, amidst intense economic debates surrounding rising fuel prices, a weakening shilling, and a sharp interest rate hike by the central bank. The massive release comes at a time when headline inflation rose to 4.6% in...

By Jamillah Oluka Government agencies, development partners and local innovators are promoting the sustainable use of wetlands through papyrus briquette production, an initiative aimed at providing affordable cooking energy, creating jobs and protecting the environment. The initiative was highlighted today 15th-october 2026 at Hotel Africana in Kampala during a validation workshop on joint international research titled “Paludiculture Innovation for Sustainable...

Uganda convened its diaspora community in Ethiopia for a two-day event at the Hilton Addis Ababa, centered on “Connecting, Celebrating and Contributing: Harnessing the Ugandan Diaspora for National Development.” The forum aimed to strengthen ties between Ugandans living in Ethiopia and national development priorities, while showcasing Uganda’s culture, investment opportunities, and talent to a global audience. The Ugandan community in...

Parliament’s Committee on Physical Infrastructure has questioned why the US$257 million Intelligent Transport Management System (ITMS) project has never been audited by the Auditor General since its implementation began in 2021. The committee, chaired by Hon. Mwine Mpaka, summoned senior officials from the Office of the Auditor General on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, to explain the failure to audit the...

The Chief of Defence Forces of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has held talks with the British High Commissioner to Uganda, Lisa Chesney, on strengthening defence and security cooperation between Uganda and the United Kingdom. The meeting took place in Fort Portal and was also attended by Lt Col Ash Wiseman, the British Defence Attaché to...