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US Green Card Lottery – DV-2027 Registration Date To be Announced

The US Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery, commonly known as the Green Card Lottery, is expected to open for the DV-2027 programme, but prospective applicants should be cautious about claims that…

Elon Musk Confirms Starlink Satellite Internet Availability in Uganda

Starlink’s high-speed, low-latency satellite internet is officially available in Uganda, opening another option for households, businesses and organisations, particularly in areas where reliable conventional broadband remains difficult to access. The…

Uber, Ride Share Giant Pulls Out of Uganda and Nigeria

Uber is leaving Uganda today, 2 September 2026, bringing its ride-hailing operations in the country to an end after a decade in Kampala. The company announced the decision to users…

The AI era is here, and we need to prepare for it now, says Bill Gates

Artificial intelligence could become one of the greatest equalising forces in history, or it could deepen the gap between those who have power and those who do not. That is…

US, Uganda Deepen Partnership on Trade, Security and Infrastructure – Following Minister Adonia’s Visit to State Dept

The United States and Uganda are looking to deepen their growing partnership, with discussions focusing on trade, technology, security and infrastructure. US Assistant Secretary Frank Garcia and Uganda’s new Foreign…

Tooro Kingdom’s King Oyo, Once Celebrated as the World’s Youngest Monarch, Dies in USA

The sun has dimmed over the royal kingdom of Tooro as His Majesty Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who became the world’s youngest reigning monarch at just three…

Uganda Declared Ebola-Free After 42 Days Without New Case

Uganda has officially ended its latest Ebola outbreak after completing 42 consecutive days without a new confirmed case, marking a major public health victory for the country. The World Health…

Fast & Furious star Tyrese Gibson Touches Down in Uganda to a Hero’s Welcome

American actor, singer and Fast & Furious star Tyrese Gibson touched down at Entebbe International Airport on Tuesday, bringing a little Hollywood sparkle to the Pearl of Africa. The star,…

Sarah Sekalala, Siika Foods CEO: Another Uganda Diaspora Success Story out of Canada

For Sarah Nagawa Sekalala, food is simply more than feeding people. It is about belonging, and that idea sits at the heart of Siika Foods, the Canadian food company she…

Uganda’s UN Secretary-General Nominee Amb. Otunnu Lays Out Vision for UN Reform

Uganda’s bid for the United Nations’ top diplomatic post moved onto the world stage on Wednesday as Ambassador Olara Otunnu faced questions from UN member states and civil society representatives,…