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Luzzi Pardons Muslims of Mityana District

by Yusuf Nsubuga | Senior Reporter

Makerere University Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe addresses students on campus, warning that Africa risks repeating historical setbacks without urgent investment in innovation and technology

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Makerere VC: Africa Must Nurture Young Innovators or Face Instability

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

Initiative helps combat crypto crimes and is Binance’s continuing efforts to assist law enforcement and regulators (PHOTO/Courtesy).

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Binance Launches Crypto Savings Account for Children

by KELVIN AMANDA | TECH WRITER

The Chief Guest, South African High Commission to Uganda, Solly Mollo (L), Irene Nakasiita (R), President of the Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU), and Sarah Kagingo (C), who received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 9th PRAU Excellence Awards, held at Protea Hotel in Kampala on December 4, 2025, under the theme “Recognizing Innovation and Impact in Public Relations.”

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PRAU Honors Innovators at Annual Excellence Awards

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

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EDUCATION

MACOSA President, Denis Sembuya addressing Journalists on Saturday.

EDUCATION

MACOS Old Students Launch Drive to Donate 600 Computers for Digital Learning

Archbishop Stephen Kazimba Mugalu arriving at UCU's graduation ceremony on Friday.

EDUCATION

Archbishop Kaziimba Challenges UCU Graduates to Lead with Integrity

Ugandan teachers threaten to resume a strike over salary disparities after the Finance and Education ministries skipped a key parliamentary meeting on harmonization.

EDUCATION

Teachers threaten strike revival as government misses parliamentary meeting on pay

EDUCATION

Mr & Miss IUEA 2025 Crowned at a Colorful Ceremony

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BRENDA NAGUDI: Why Uganda’s insurance sector is stronger than before

by UG STANDARD EDITOR | UG STANDARD EDITORIAL

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Over the past decade, Uganda’s insurance industry has undergone a quiet but profound transformation. What was once a small, misunderstood...

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The Folly of Foreign Choice of Law Clauses in Investment Agreements in Uganda

by UG STANDARD EDITOR | UG STANDARD EDITORIAL

Mr. Fred Muwema is a reknown lawyer and Managing Partner, Muwema & Co. Advocates (PHOTO /Courtesy)

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By FRED MUWEMA The hallmark of choice of law in commercial contracts is anchored on the common adage of party...

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HELLEN MASIKA: Climate Justice or Climate Burden? Uganda’s Right to Limit Commitments at COP30

by HELLEN MASIKA | GUEST WRITER

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Hellen Masika is a Community Mobilizer at Centre for Citizens Conserving Environment & Management (CECIC) Uganda, like many developing nations,...

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ROGERS WADADA: Show me Bobi Wine’s mistake in visiting the late Milton Obote’s graveyard

by UG STANDARD EDITOR | UG STANDARD EDITORIAL

National Unity Platform president Robert Kyagulanyi, left, known as Bobi Wine, lays a national flag on the grave of former President Milton Obote as Jimmy Akena, Obote's son, looks on in Apac District, Uganda. The visit sparked debate about historical divisions.

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Mr. Rogers Wadada Musaalo, a Lawyer, human rights activist, researcher, and politician (PHOTO/Courtesy). KAMPALA - I have read several pieces...

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OIL AND GAS

TotalEnergies, World Vision boost Buliisa schools with new classrooms, teacher training

by MANFRED TUMUSIIME | UG STANDARD REPORTER

Uganda has started crude oil production at Kingfisher Oil fields

OIL & GAS

BULIISA, Uganda — TotalEnergies EP Uganda, in partnership with World Vision Uganda, officially handed over newly constructed and rehabilitated educational facilities to Kirama and Kisomere Primary Schools in Buliisa District on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025. The initiative, part of the...

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Investigation Alleges Abuses at Uganda’s Kingfisher Oil Project

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

President of Uganda Yoweri Museveni officiates the spudding (Commencement of Drilling) of Kingfisher Oilfield wells in Buhuka, Kyangwali, Kikuube District. PHOTO PPU

OIL & GAS

TotalEnergies holds the majority interest in the Lake Albert project with 56.67% and is the operator of the Tilenga project while CNOOC holds 28.33% and is operator of the Kingfisher project. The Uganda National Oil Company holds 15% in the...

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Gabon Seeks Fresh Investment to Unlock Untapped Oil & Gas Potential

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

A key emphasis by Gabonese officials was placed on the marginal oil fields in the country to counter oil production decline linked to the natural lifecycle of its fields

FEATURES

A key emphasis by Gabonese officials was placed on the marginal oil fields in the country to counter oil production decline linked to the natural lifecycle of its fields CAPE TOWN, South Africa, October 2, 2025/ -- Gabon is calling...

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REAL ESTATE

Adrin Asingwire, Public Relations Manager, Universal Multipurpose Enterprises, owners of Affordable Housing projects in Uganda

Affordable Housing: Bridging the Gap Between Dreams and Reality

by UG STANDARD EDITOR | UG STANDARD EDITORIAL

Adrin Asingwire, Public Relations Manager, Universal Multipurpose Enterprises, owners of Affordable Housing projects in Uganda Uganda’s population continues to grow rapidly, and...

Uganda and the Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce discuss boosting trade and SME partnerships. A business forum in Kampala will explore investment opportunities between Uganda and the UAE.

Ugandan Ambassador, UAE Chamber discuss trade partnerships

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

Uganda and the Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce discuss boosting trade and SME partnerships. A business forum in Kampala...

Pearl Tower One, part of the new Pearl Business Park, stands illuminated in the Kampala night skyline.

Ruparelia Group completes first phase of Kampala business park

by Musa Mbogo | Reporter

Pearl Tower One, part of the new Pearl Business Park, stands illuminated in the Kampala night skyline. KAMPALA, Uganda —...

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BUSINESS

Ugandan MSMEs seek tax relief and broad policy reform, warning that contradictory regulations and high digital gadget costs are stifling critical digital adoption for growth.

Business

Ugandan MSMEs seek tax relief, policy reform to boost digital adoption

Uganda and Kenya resolve key technical SGR differences, ensuring seamless railway interoperability at Malaba.

Business

Uganda finalizes SGR standards to match Kenya’s rail network

Uganda Police have identified key tactics used by cyber hackers to defraud financial institutions and customers. With billions of shillings lost, the report details how these criminals operate and recommends security measures.

Business

Crypto Boom Exposes Cyber Risk in Africa’s Fast-Growing Digital Economy

Solid Rock with its regional award at the ECI Awards

Business

Solid Rock wins international award for impact of its training on major oil and gas projects in East Africa

AFRICA

News

Luzzi Pardons Muslims of Mityana District

Makerere University Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe addresses students on campus, warning that Africa risks repeating historical setbacks without urgent investment in innovation and technology

News

Makerere VC: Africa Must Nurture Young Innovators or Face Instability

Initiative helps combat crypto crimes and is Binance’s continuing efforts to assist law enforcement and regulators (PHOTO/Courtesy).

News

Binance Launches Crypto Savings Account for Children

The Chief Guest, South African High Commission to Uganda, Solly Mollo (L), Irene Nakasiita (R), President of the Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU), and Sarah Kagingo (C), who received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 9th PRAU Excellence Awards, held at Protea Hotel in Kampala on December 4, 2025, under the theme “Recognizing Innovation and Impact in Public Relations.”

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PRAU Honors Innovators at Annual Excellence Awards

FEATURED NEWS

Oikos Gallery and Interiors, founded by Selamawit Alene and Dorina De Vita, opens in Kampala. The gallery promotes Ugandan talent, Pan-African art and a commitment to authenticity and sustainability by repurposing antiques and salvaged wood into modern design pieces.

FEATURES

Aunt-niece duo launch Kampala Gallery to promote Ugandan talent and sustainable design

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

Oikos Gallery and Interiors, founded by Selamawit Alene and Dorina De Vita, opens in Kampala. The gallery promotes Ugandan talent,...

The Uganda High Commission in Pretoria launched a week-long Southern Africa Tourism Roadshow in Johannesburg to strengthen trade, promote multi-destination travel, and capture visitor demand from the fastest growing source market.

Uganda Launches Southern Africa Tourism Roadshow to Boost Regional Trade

Frank Ntwali, chairman of the Rwanda National Congress, denies "entirely unfounded" terrorism financing sanctions, calling the listing by Rwanda's Financial Intelligence Centre a politically motivated attack against critics of the Rwandan government.

Rwandan opposition leader Frank Ntwali calls terror sanctions ‘bogus,’ cites political motive

Questions and answers on the confirmation of charges hearing against Joseph Kony at the International Criminal Court

Hiding for Years Will Not Save Kony – ICC

TOURS AND TRAVEL

Uganda hosts a Mauritius travel-trade delegation for a week-long familiarization tour to strengthen bilateral cooperation and boost Africa-to-Africa tourism.

FEATURES

Uganda hosts Mauritius travel delegation to boost African tourism

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

Uganda hosts a Mauritius travel-trade delegation for a week-long familiarization tour to strengthen bilateral cooperation and boost Africa-to-Africa tourism. ENTEBBE,...

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Museveni announces airport plan for Kidepo region

Emirates pledges to boost tourism, increases Uganda connectivity

The Melting Crown of Rwenzori: How Climate Change is Stripping Away the Glaciers of Kasese District

ANALYSIS

Pastor Robert Kayanja of Rubaga Miracle center at Mwanga II Magistrate’s court early this year (PHOTO/Courtesy)

ANALYSIS

Kayanja Sodomy Case Enters a New Twist

by Ronald Mayega | Reporter

KAMPALA – The long-running case involving Pastor Robert Kayanja of Miracle Centre Cathedral, Rubaga, has taken a new turn after...

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Uganda’s Climate Crisis: How Young People in the Rwenzori Region are Fighting Back

Can UEDCL’s “WETEREZeeee” Campaign End Power Theft in Uganda?

An Expert Analysis of the ‘SHEAFRA’ Banknote: A Verdict on Authenticity and the East African Monetary Union

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