Uganda
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Ugandan Military Chief Orders Shutdown of Major Media Outlets
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba has ordered the closure of Nation Media Group outlets in Kampala, citing his authority as the president’s son.
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Airlines Suspend Routes to Uganda Amid Ebola Outbreak Concerns
KLM has suspended flights to Entebbe, Uganda, following travel restrictions tied to a regional Ebola outbreak, signaling potential wider turbulence for African aviation.
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WHO Declares Emergency Over Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak
The Bundibugyo Ebola strain has caused 131 deaths in the DRC and Uganda. WHO’s emergency declaration aims to curb the virus’s rapid spread.
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Regional Leaders Converge on Kampala as Museveni Prepares for Inauguration
High-level delegations from across Africa arrive in Kampala for the swearing-in of President Yoweri Museveni, signaling a reaffirmation of Uganda’s pivotal role in regional security and economic integration.
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Uganda Faces Internal and External Political Turbulence
As Uganda approaches critical parliamentary elections, Speaker Anita Among faces mounting challenges, while military chief Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba signals a controversial shift in foreign military alignment.
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Uganda’s Military Chief Backs Israel in Iran Conflict
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba stated Uganda would support Israel in the Iran-Israel war if Israel faces defeat, amid a 77% export earnings surge.
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Uganda’s Election Turmoil: Bobi Wine’s Alleged Seizure Amidst Museveni’s Victory
Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine claimed house arrest and alleged abduction by the army during a contentious election, which the military denied. President Yoweri Museveni, 81, is set to extend his nearly 40-year rule amidst internet blackouts, ballot stuffing accusations,…
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Uganda’s Tense 2026 Election: Museveni vs. Wine Amidst Internet Blackout and Voting Delays
Uganda’s 2026 presidential and parliamentary elections were marred by widespread voting delays, biometric kit failures, and a government-imposed internet blackout. Incumbent Yoweri Museveni, 81, sought a seventh term against opposition leader Bobi Wine, 43, amidst allegations of irregularities and a…
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Controversial Deportation Deals: El Salvador, Uganda, and the U.S. in Focus
The U.S.’s use of deportation deals with countries like El Salvador and Uganda has raised global scrutiny, with allegations of abuse and political maneuvering. Here’s what you need to know.
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Uganda Declares End to Latest Ebola Outbreak After 42 Days
Uganda officially declares the end of its latest Ebola outbreak, caused by the Sudan strain, after 42 days without new cases.