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Syndicated from CGTN Africa A recent resolution by the United Nations General Assembly declaring the transatlantic slave trade as “the most serious crime against humanity” has renewed attention on calls for reparations, while spotlighting historic sites such as Badagry in Lagos State. The centuries-long trade, which lasted nearly 400 years, saw millions of Africans forcibly taken to the Americas for labour....

Syndicated from CGTN Africa On March 25th 2026, the United Nations General Assembly has took a historic step in confronting the enduring impact of slavery by declaring the transatlantic slave trade as the gravest crime against humanity. Passed with broad support from member states, the resolution urges nations to engage in dialogue on reparations, including formal apologies, financial compensation, the...

The Inspectorate of Government has directed 21 Jinja City officials to refund over UGX 33,075,000 (Thirty three million and seventy five thousand shillings only) which they misappropriated. The officials are supposed to deposit the money into the Inspectorate of Government Assets Recovery account number held in the Bank of Uganda. Any official who fails to comply with this directive will...

Thousands of Ugandans turned up in large numbers to participate in the 13th Kabaka Birthday Run held at Lubiri Palace in Mengo, in a strong show of support for the fight against HIV/AIDS. The annual event, which attracted over 130,000 participants across the country, featured 5km, 10km, and 21km races under the theme: “Men for Good Health to Save the...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today announced plans to roll out a large-scale, countrywide fish farming project, aimed at unlocking the economic potential of Uganda’s wetlands and boosting household incomes. The President revealed the initiative on the sixth day of the ongoing National Resistance Movement (NRM) Parliamentary retreat at the National Leadership Institute (NALI), Kyankwanzi, where he has been engaging...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today outlined ten strategic priorities aimed at expanding Uganda’s economy tenfold, urging leaders to focus on wealth creation and solving real societal problems. The President made the remarks during the ongoing retreat of newly elected Members of Parliament (MPs) and the party -leaning independents at the National Leadership Institute (NALI), Kyankwanzi. Addressing the legislators, President Museveni...

The Director of Communications, Resource Mobilisation & Partnerships at the Uganda Red Cross Society, Irene Nakasiita, has called on Ugandans to embrace a culture of doing good and actively support humanitarian efforts by joining the organization. Nakasiita made these remarks while serving as Guest of Honor at the Good Deeds Day celebration held at Olives School in Namugongo. The event...

The State House Anti-Corruption Unit, in collaboration with the Criminal Investigations Directorate and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, has arraigned a businessman before the Anti-Corruption Court on multiple charges. The accused, Gilbert Tumwebaze Bafanabyo, also known as Albert, faces charges of obtaining money by false pretence, money laundering, and impersonation. Court heard that between July 2022 and April...

The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs (International Affairs), Hon. Okello Henry Oryem, held a bilateral meeting with H.E. Ahmed Mohammed Abdulrahman Abdullah Al Zwaidi, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Uganda. During the meeting, Hon. Oryem reaffirmed Uganda's commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation with Qatar, citing the country's stability, security, and a conducive environment as key pillars for...

Kadondi Gracious has been declared the 92nd Guild President of Makerere University after winning the student elections held on April 9, 2026. According to results released by the University’s Electoral Commission, Kadondi secured 6,801 votes to emerge winner in a tightly contested race involving 13 candidates. Tumutunde Hannah finished second with 5,787 votes, while Kyajja Peter Cleaver came third with 1,493...