US denies visas to Iranian football federation officials ahead of World Cup

The United States government has issued World Cup visas to all 26 players on Iran's national football team roster, but ...

Uganda hails historic ties as U.S. embassy launches 250th anniversary campaign

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

09/05/2026

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KAMPALA — The Ugandan government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with the United States, describing the partnership ...

Retired Gen. David Sejusa warns that Africa’s lack of space technology leaves the continent vulnerable, urging leaders to prioritize strategic power over rhetoric.

Power decides everything: Sejusa warns Africans against peace rhetoric

by Ronald Mayega | Reporter

18/04/2026

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Retired Gen. David Sejusa warns that Africa’s lack of space technology leaves the continent vulnerable, urging leaders to prioritize strategic ...

Uganda launches a strategic bid to penetrate the Central Asian travel market at the Turkmen Travel 2026 expo, showcasing mountain gorillas and the Rwenzori range.

Uganda eyes affluent Central Asian travelers in strategic tourism push

by JACKSON RUGUNDA | UG STANDARD REPORTER

15/04/2026

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Uganda launches a strategic bid to penetrate the Central Asian travel market at the Turkmen Travel 2026 expo, showcasing mountain ...

Ambassadors J.M. Muhindo and Tophace Kaahwa engaged the Ugandan community in Japan to align diaspora expertise with national goals. The proposed policy focuses on skills transfer, commercial diplomacy, and formal investment.

Uganda targets structured diaspora investment with new national policy

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

06/04/2026

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Ambassadors J.M. Muhindo and Tophace Kaahwa engaged the Ugandan community in Japan to align diaspora expertise with national goals. The ...

Millions across 56 nations celebrate Commonwealth Day 2026 with a focus on job creation and education as King Charles III leads global observances at Westminster Abbey.

Commonwealth nations mark 2026 Commonwealth Day with global celebrations

by Ronald Mayega | Reporter

09/03/2026

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Millions across 56 nations celebrate Commonwealth Day 2026 with a focus on job creation and education as King Charles III ...

Uganda's Electoral Commission has cleared five presidential candidates, including President Yoweri Museveni and opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, to run in the 2026 elections.

Coalition of former presidents, diplomats challenges Ugandan election results

by MANFRED TUMUSIIME | UG STANDARD REPORTER

23/01/2026

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A montage photo shows opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, left, and President Yoweri Museveni, right, representing the primary rivals in Uganda's ...