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According to the Society, the reforms are intended to dismantle colonial traditions that portray judicial officers as superior to the citizens they serve.

Catnip, a herb from the mint family, contains nepetalactone, a compound known for triggering a response in cats but also found to have insect-repelling properties.

The project, backed by French energy firm TotalEnergies, is expected to serve as Uganda’s main route for shipping crude oil to international markets.

Under the agreement, the company will supply about 20 tonnes of meat products every month to Ethiopia’s Diamond Hotel and Restaurant Group, marking the start of a structured cross-border supply arrangement.

Last week, the US Embassy in Uganda issued a public health alert, saying it had received reports of a suspected Marburg virus disease outbreak in western Uganda.

The coalition raised concern over what it described as increasing military involvement in civilian governance, saying statements and interventions by senior military leaders, including the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Muhoozi Kainerugaba, risk undermining constitutional order.

The Danish wildlife journalist was arrested while seeking work permits in Kampala, with authorities yet to disclose the alleged offences as concerns grow over increasing pressure on Uganda's media.

The development follows a military raid on the Nation Media Group Uganda premises in Namuwongo early Sunday morning that disrupted newspaper printing, television broadcasts and radio operations.

Nation Media Group Uganda says it will continue publishing through its digital platforms after an overnight military raid disrupted its television, radio and newspaper operations, while regulators investigate the incident.

Uganda has begun evacuating its nationals from South Africa after escalating anti-migrant violence, with 746 citizens registered for government-assisted flights and one Ugandan confirmed dead in KwaZulu-Natal.

Bobi Wine said the two civil society leaders were taken by the military and driven to an unknown destination.

The military operation came only hours after General Muhoozi, who is also the son of President Yoweri Museveni, announced on his X account that he intended to shut down the media outlets.

The appointment comes days after President Museveni disclosed that the First Lady had been battling a serious illness.

Speaking to journalists at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) after her return, Karua said she was relieved to be back in Kenya but accused Ugandan authorities of acting unlawfully and denying her freedom of movement within the East African Community.

The society noted that Karua, as usual, had arrived at the Entebbe Airport only to be denied entry while those she travelled with were given access.

The prominent opposition lawyer was remanded after denying a charge of failing to report treason, as critics condemned his arrest and raised concerns over the treatment of government opponents.

Gongodyo was assaulted in Bukoto, Kampala, on June 5 after being accused of snatching a woman’s handbag. The Stanbic Black Pirates player later died from his injuries at Mulago National Referral Hospital.

Despite the announcement, many Ugandans reported that the blackout was still on in their areas, suggesting lingering disruptions following the grid failure.

The restrictions apply to travellers from the three countries, including those transiting through third countries, with all new visa issuance, including visit visas, suspended.

New rules taking effect in January 2027 will limit daily cash withdrawals for individuals and businesses while encouraging greater use of digital payment channels.

Uganda’s Ministry of Health said the new cases were discovered among people who had already been listed as contacts of confirmed patients, showing that the virus is still spreading within known contact networks

The development comes just days after Uganda closed its border with the DRC following a rise in confirmed cases, as authorities move to contain cross-border transmission.

In Uganda, health authorities have confirmed two additional cases, some of which were imported from the DRC, and one recorded death. However, officials say no community transmission has been detected so far.

Residents on the islands have reported symptoms commonly associated with the disease, including fever, headaches, muscle pain, persistent fatigue and blood in stool, according to district health officials.

His remarks came as the World Health Organisation (WHO) warned that Ebola response efforts are struggling to keep pace with the rapidly evolving outbreak, amid rising concerns about further spread across the region.

Ayebare, one of Uganda’s most prominent diplomats, has been serving as the country’s permanent representative to the United Nations in New York and has long been regarded as a key figure in shaping Uganda’s international engagement.

According to the Health ministry, both patients have been admitted to a designated treatment unit where they are receiving treatment.

The three patients include two Ugandan nationals, amongst them a driver who transported the country's first confirmed case and a health worker who was exposed to the virus while taking care of the country's first confirmed case.

The airline said the decision was taken as a precautionary measure to safeguard the health and well-being of passengers, crew members, and the wider public.

Women are often the primary caregivers for children, the elderly, and the sick, and are heavily represented among nurses, cleaners, and birth attendants. These roles, the agency says, can increase exposure to infectious diseases like Ebola.

On his part, Museveni said Uganda welcomes and will support the initiative, noting that the proposed mechanism is intended to enhance regional preparedness and coordination in responding to Ebola outbreaks.

The resolutions include a temporary suspension of all flights to and from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to Uganda within the next two days.

According to Uganda’s Ministry of Health, Kampala is not aware of any such financing and has not received details on where the proposed clinics would be established. DRC has not commented on the matter.

The event was presided over by Uganda’s Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Jacob Marksons Oboth, who also serves as Chairperson of the Council of Ministers of the EASF.

The decision follows rising regional Ebola concerns in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, with authorities urging pilgrims to return home as health officials step up cross-border surveillance and containment measures.

WHO Director General Tedros Ghebreyesus said the decision followed an assessment of epidemiological data showing confirmed cases in both countries and evidence of wider undetected spread across affected regions.

Unemployment and poverty pose major challenges for President Museveni's seventh term, while his age and long rule prompt questions about Uganda's future beyond his leadership.

According to Uganda’s Health Ministry, the patient was admitted to Kibuli Muslim Hospital in Kampala on May 11 with severe illness, presenting with fever, respiratory distress, abdominal pain, nausea and signs of internal bleeding.

President Yoweri Museveni announced the development on Friday after witnessing the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding and operational licence agreement between the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) and the internet service provider.

The move is expected to improve integration with Uganda’s planned electric railway system and create a seamless regional transport corridor.

Uganda abolished visa requirements for DRC citizens on January 1, 2024, to foster trade and regional integration following the DRC's admission to the East African Community (EAC).

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta joins regional leaders in Kampala as Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni is sworn in for another five-year term following his re-election in January 2026.

Tanktainers, also known as ISO tanks, are specialised containers designed for bulk transportation of liquids such as fuel across rail, road and marine transport systems.

According to the ministry, Mugisha had previously served a 12-year prison sentence in neighbouring Kenya for drug trafficking.

According to the Ministry, Mugisha’s network has been based in Kampala but has been operating internationally in large-scale illicit drug dealing and document fraud.

Before politics, Bobi Wine was known as a musician. He is one of East Africa’s major artists, having built a huge fan base with his socially conscious reggae and dancehall songs.

The group was arrested on Monday night from a single, heavily restricted apartment complex in Bukoto, a Kampala suburb, following what officials described as a coordinated intelligence operation.

Prosecutors told the court that Onyum had allegedly admitted to carrying out the killings, claiming they were part of a “human sacrifice” intended to make him wealthy.

One of the deadliest incidents occurred in Butambala, where at least seven people were reportedly killed when soldiers stormed a gathering at the home of an opposition Member of Parliament during election-related activities.

In parts of rural and hard-to-reach Uganda, female genital mutilation remains a serious human rights violation and public health concern. For girls in Sebei communities, it is tied to deep-rooted gender norms that also increase the risk of child marriage, school dropout and violence.