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Uganda
Uganda is a landlocked country in East Africa, whose varied landscape includes the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains and the vast Lake Victoria. Its abundant wildlife includes chimpanzees and rare birds. The Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is a famous sanctuary for mountain gorillas. To the northwest, Murchison Falls National Park is known for its 43-metre-high waterfall and its wildlife including hippos.<span class="eHaQD">Â </span>
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Perfume on the neck not directly linked to lymph node damage
An online rumor claims that spraying perfume on the neck damages lymph nodes. Available data instead points to another well-known risk in dermatology: skin reactions to fragrances. -
In Kampala, Ikpen Akwitti highlights the challenges of African fashion circulation
Traveling from Abuja with her collections, the Nigerian designer discovered that exhibiting, selling, and processing payments from one African country to another remains more complicated than simply walking… -
Uganda: shilling loses nearly 6%, central bank imposes 13.5% reserves
The Ugandan shilling has lost nearly 6% against the dollar since the beginning of September. To contain the pressure on the currency, the Bank of Uganda is raising… -
Kampala: Hundreds demand Turkey extradite Fred Lumbuye
Hundreds of PLU supporters protested outside the Turkish embassy in Kampala, demanding Fred Lumbuye's return to Uganda. The Turkish mission was closed, and the legal status of the… -
Uganda suspends all military cooperation with Türkiye
The Uganda People's Defence Forces have immediately suspended their military relations with Türkiye. Kampala cites unresolved disputes and has not set a timeline for resumption. -
CAN 2027: Motsepe rules out any Plan B despite delays
Patrice Motsepe has expressed confidence in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda to host CAN 2027, while calling for an acceleration of preparations just nine months before the kick-off. -
Uganda: NSSF and partners aim for $300 million for regional infrastructure
NSSF Uganda and several East African pension funds aim to raise approximately $300 million in anchor capital to finance infrastructure and real estate projects. -
Uganda: 300 exhibitors transform coffee and cocoa into a tourism experience
In Jinja, a festival launched on September 18 focuses on farms, tastings, and a cruise on the Nile to transform two agricultural cultures into a travel experience and… -
Uganda: $310 million terminal to store 320 million liters
The Kampala Storage Terminal will increase the storage capacity at the new site in Mpigi to 320 million liters. The nearly $310 million project is being developed by… -
Uganda: 1,840 tonnes of steel delivered by rail to Devki site
Uganda Railways Corporation has transported 1,840 tonnes of steel plates from Mombasa to Tororo for the construction of the Devki steel factory. The $500 million site aims for… -
Seven layers, one dress: Miss Uganda transforms cesarean section into couture
Created by Ugandan designer Mushirah Rabaab Abdallah, "Layers of Life" transforms a cesarean illustration into volumes, colors, and tulle on the Miss World 2026 stage. -
Uganda: $31 million to protect forests and support 105,000 people
The REDD+ project funded by the Green Climate Fund aims to reach approximately 21,000 rural households in 17 Ugandan districts. The funding rewards verified emissions reductions of over… -
Kampala: 737 traders selected for 20 billion shillings in aid
The Ugandan government has selected 737 traders to receive a total of 20 billion shillings following the October 2025 floods in Kampala. Payments are set to begin after… -
Uganda: Ituka solar power plant begins operations for 192,000 households
The Ituka solar power plant, with a capacity of 24 MWp, has begun commercial operations in West Nile. The project is expected to produce nearly 54 GWh annually,… -
Uganda: Oil delay pushes back expected revenues and growth
Commercial oil production is no longer expected before the end of the 2026-2027 fiscal year. This new delay pushes back anticipated revenues as the EACOP pipeline is 92.7%… -
Uganda: High Court to review 118 electoral petitions starting Monday
The Ugandan judiciary will begin reviewing 118 petitions stemming from the January 2026 general elections on Monday, September 14. One hundred seven challenge parliamentary results, while eleven concern… -
Uganda: King Oyo laid to rest, Edward Rukidi ascends the Tooro throne
The funeral of King Oyo concluded at the royal tombs of Karambi, where Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma performed the rite marking his accession to the throne. -
Uganda: King Oyo’s family disputes his successor, citing an unknown son
The succession of King Oyo Nyimba has turned into a power struggle in Tooro. His mother and sister reject the choice of Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma, claiming a will… -
Uganda: Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma named new king of Tooro
The Babiito royal clan named Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma on Wednesday, 9 September to succeed Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV as head of the traditional Tooro kingdom… -
Prince Harry: Uganda Withdraws from Invictus Games Out of Respect for Charles III
Uganda has announced its withdrawal from the Invictus Games, barely two months after joining the movement founded by Prince Harry. The head of the army, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, says… -
Kenya: Nairobi opens the door to increased Ugandan maize imports under health conditions
Nairobi and Kampala aim to harmonize agricultural standards, reduce trade barriers, and utilize the AfCFTA to enhance their regional exchanges. -
Uganda: a loan request of 207.77 million euros for 137 km of roads
The Ugandan government requested Parliament, on August 6, 2026, in Kampala, permission to borrow up to €207.77 million from Citibank and other financial institutions to upgrade 137 kilometers… -
Lamu facing Tanga, Uganda at the heart of the new East African oil battle
East Africa is multiplying projects aimed at better leveraging its oil resources and limiting its dependence on imports of refined products. Between Tanga in Tanzania, Lamu in Kenya,… -
Uganda: Parliament approves deployment of troops to the international force in Gaza
The Ugandan Parliament adopted a motion on Thursday, August 6, allowing the national army to participate in the future International Stabilization Force in Gaza. Kampala claims to have… -
Scotland: four Ugandan boxers missing after the Commonwealth Games, an investigation opened
Four members of the Ugandan boxing team have gone missing after the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. According to a Ugandan media outlet, they may have voluntarily chosen to… -
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Uganda is looking for a teacher training model in South Africa.
South-South educational cooperation is gaining ground in Africa. To improve the training of its teachers in classroom assessment, Uganda has chosen to draw inspiration from the experience of… -
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In Uganda, local elections are taking place in an atmosphere of mistrust.
Applications for parish council elections are submitted on Monday in Uganda, against a backdrop of violence and irregularities observed during the first stage of the local vote. A… -
AFCON 2027: Uganda waives visas to attract supporters and tourists
As the Africa Cup of Nations 2027 approaches, Uganda is betting on openness by announcing visa-free entry for foreign visitors, with the aim of attracting supporters and tourists… -
Uganda’s presidential elections: Yoweri Museveni far ahead with more than 76 percent of the vote
The provisional results of Uganda’s presidential election place Yoweri Museveni well ahead in the vote, according to figures released by the National Electoral Authority (INE) overnight January 5–6,… -
Uganda: Museveni favored for a seventh presidential term
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni is positioning himself as the leading candidate in the race for the presidential election scheduled for January 2026, with the aim of seeking a…