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African experts warn of AI talent drain, push for unified regulation

Uganda, May 1 -- African technology experts have called for stronger continental regulation to protect the region's growing pool of artificial intelligence (AI) talent, warning that global tech giants... Read More


Lango eyes development boost after overwhelming NRM support

Uganda, May 1 -- On April 18, 2026, President Museveni visited the Lango Sub-region to thank voters for their support during the January 15 General Election. Voters across Amolatar, Alebtong, Apac, D... Read More


Museveni: What can you do with your SWASA, psychology or procurement degree?

Uganda, May 1 -- President Museveni on Friday questioned the relevance of some university courses to Uganda's labour market, urging young people to rethink career paths and pivot toward practical skil... Read More


Museveni says NSSF money should build roads, not sit in govt bonds

Uganda, May 1 -- President Museveni on Friday criticised the investment strategy of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), urging it to channel savings into infrastructure projects, as he set out k... Read More


Uganda banks on science, tech, innovation to achieve $500bn economy

Uganda, May 1 -- Government has pledged continued support for science, technology and innovation (STI), saying the sector is central to Uganda's ambition of growing its economy from about $66 billion ... Read More


Insurance penetration below 1% as govt eyes health scheme boost

Uganda, May 1 -- The government has urged insurance operators to position themselves for the upcoming national health insurance scheme, saying it presents a major opportunity to expand Uganda's low in... Read More


Police detain teen after father killed in phone dispute

Uganda, May 1 -- Police in Oyam District have arrested a 15-year-old boy for allegedly killing his father during a domestic dispute over a mobile phone. The deceased, Simon Okeng, 49, a resident of Z... Read More


Gen Katumba summons meeting to streamline car registration

Uganda, May 1 -- The Minister of Works and Transport Gen Edward Katumba-Wamala has summoned car dealers, clearing agents, and the number plate manufacturer Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITM... Read More


How new curriculum has helped Jinja's vulnerable children stay in schools

Uganda, May 1 -- With the introduction of a new curriculum in schools, many vulnerable children in Jinja city are able to pursue education. The children, who mostly live with single mothers in the po... Read More


Honourables, or dishonourables: What to expect from the 12th Parliament

Uganda, May 1 -- Members of Parliament in Uganda occupy a position of trust as representatives of the people. The Constitution of the Republic of Uganda, 1995 creates the Parliament as the supreme le... Read More