National Criminalise use of cannabis and khat - medics Nakku said that their consumption contributes greatly to mental health cases and poses social and economic pressures to government and families. Story by Howwe \ 1691650116
National NAADS on spot over irregular expenditure of Shs7 billion National Agricultural Advisory Services (NAADS) is on the spot over expending Shs7 billion without a budget. Story by Howwe \ 1691566857
National MTN Uganda demonstrates the power of its 5G network at UCC offices Attendees also interacted with a range of 5G-enabled devices, gaining insights into the transformative capabilities of 5G to revolutionize industries and uplift the nation. Story by Howwe \ 1691564514
National Notorious Gang Leader Linked to String of Robberies in Kampala and Greater Masaka, Faces 13 Aggravated Robbery Charges The Directorate of Crime Intelligence in coordination with the territorial teams in KMP and Greater Masaka, have connected a notorious gang leader, identified as Mbaziira Ronald, alias Magezi, a 24 year old, resident of Ngobe Bunamwaya, to 13 cases of Aggravated Robbery, 8 within Kampala area and an additional 5 cases in the Greater Masaka area. Story by Howwe \ 1691481014
National Minister, MPs intervene in Amolatar District land dispute The dispute has pitted the residents of Bungu Cell against a one Juliet Katushabe, who claims the land belonged to her deceased father, Kaweki Nafutali. Story by Howwe \ 1691477464
National Lotteries Board officials blame each other over procurements Kimanje said that some procurements were delayed due to limited sittings by the contracts committee which he attributed to lack of quorum. Story by Howwe \ 1691131863
National Electoral Commission Allocates Shs1.3 Trillion for 2026 Elections For the presidential candidates, the nomination is set to take place between 2nd October and 3rd October 2025, aligning with the Presidential Elections Act. Story by Howwe \ 1691049502
National Refugee hosting communities to get internet connections Refugee hosting districts around the country will soon be connected to high speed internet under the Uganda Digital Acceleration Project (UDAP-GOVNET). Story by Howwe \ 1691049164
National Mulago officials grilled for flouting financial regulations Officials from Mulago Specialised Women and Neo-natal Hospital are tasked to explain why they were issued with letters of credit from Bank of Uganda worth Shs4.07 billion despite the closure of the financial year. Story by Howwe \ 1690874793
National Asuman Basalirwa wins House approval to introduce Anti-counterfeiting Bill The House has granted leave to Bugiri Municipality Member of Parliament, Hon. Asuman Basalirwa, to introduce a Private Member’s Bill entitled, “The Anti-Counterfeiting Bill, 2023”. Story by Howwe \ 1690787215
National Deputy Speaker Tayebwa applauds President Museveni's Daughter on her NRA documentary The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa has applauded Natasha Museveni Karugire for her new documentary, “Those from Among You”, that highlights Uganda’s past, politics, people and the key events that shaped the current peace and stability. Story by Howwe \ 1690786861
National Ministry of Education to improve teacher training According to Jane Egau Okou, the Director in charge of Higher Education and TVET at Ministry of Education and Sports, the entities will focus on improving the quality of teachers through professional teacher education and training. Story by Howwe \ 1690531950