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Uganda criticised air travel restrictions imposed by countries including the United States over an Ebola outbreak which has spilt over from the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo as “unfair”. The East African country’s response to…
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has officially announced a nationwide recruitment exercise for 10,200 new soldiers, with military authorities emphasizing science education, professionalism and strict anti-corruption enforcement…
Churches in Uganda have begun suspending gatherings and religious events following growing concerns over Ebola infections reported in the country. The Ebola situation has further disrupted major public activities in Uganda, with…
The Government of Rwanda has clarified that recent changes to public service laws do not result in any salary increases or reductions for public servants, stating that the changes focus on adjusting allowances to align with ongoing pension…
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has urged the international community to take a measured approach to reporting on Ebola outbreaks in Africa, arguing that the disease is far more manageable than COVID-19 and should not trigger widespread…
The United States Embassy in Uganda has announced a temporary suspension of all visa services, citing concerns linked to an ongoing Ebola outbreak that has raised public health fears across the region. In a notice on May 18, 2026, the…
A Nigerian court has handed a 75-year jail term to former Power Minister Saleh Mamman after finding him guilty of diverting about ₦33.8 billion ($24.7 million) meant for critical electricity projects. The Federal High Court in Abuja found…
Uganda’s First Lady, Janet Museveni, was noticeably absent from President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s swearing‑in ceremony for his seventh term. The ceremony was held on Tuesday, May 12, at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds in Kampala, and since…
A woman has given birth to rare quintuplets in Ethiopia’s Harari Regional state after 12 years of trying for a baby. Bedriya Adem said she and her husband were “overjoyed” to be “blessed with five children at once”. The 35-year-old…
Tanzania’s opposition party ACT Wazalendo has rejected the findings of the Chande Commission report on the October 2025 killings, terming it inadequate and calling for far-reaching political, legal and institutional reforms. In a press…
Drivers and transporters moving cargo to South Sudan have been ordered to immediately stop loading and dispatching goods following a directive by the Long Distance Drivers and Conductors Association (LoDDCA). In a statement issued on May…
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has acted at the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL), dismissing senior officers and ordering a management review following a nationwide power blackout. In a notice dated May 2, 2026,…
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has clarified the concerns arising from the Sovereignty Bill, which limits the Ugandans from receiving foreign donations and supporting bodies, including churches. According to Yoweri, the Bill he…
Kigali has rolled out a new system of continuous dedicated bus lanes on several major roads, marking a significant upgrade to public transport in the city. The lanes became fully operational on Friday, April 24, 2026, marking a departure…
At least 518 people died in Tanzania after the unrest that followed last year’s general elections, a government‑appointed commission of inquiry has reported. Presenting the findings of an inquiry on Thursday, April 23, commission chair…
In the wake of the horrific stabbing of four toddlers at the Ggaba Early Childhood Development Program school in Makindye Division yesterday, a bold voice has emerged calling for radical change to Uganda’s justice system. Nyanzi Martin…
Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame has criticized religious leaders who use religion as a cover to enrich themselves at the expense of others. Speaking to the Rwandan Muslim community on March 25, Kagame said some individuals set up religious…
