Experts Urge Uganda to Prioritize Railway Development for Economic Savings

The newly refurbished 26.8km railway line connecting Kampala to Mukono and Katosi, featuring modern concrete sleepers, is now operational.

President Yoweri Museveni inspects the newly rehabilitated railway line connecting Kampala to Mukono and Katosi, a key infrastructure project aimed ...

IGP Byakagaba underscores the importance of aligning police work with Uganda's development agenda during the opening of the training.

Uganda Police restructures land protection unit to human rights directorate

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

29/04/2025

ganda's Police Chief, Abas Byakagaba, has moved the Land Police Protection Unit (LPPU) to the Directorate of Human Rights and ...

Hon. Janet Museveni, Minister of Education and Sports, champions reforms in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), paving the way for a skilled workforce and economic growth. With a focus on industry-led training, accessibility, and equity, Uganda's TVET sector is poised for transformation

Uganda Tightens Rules for TVET Instructors, Mandating Industry Ties

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

29/04/2025

Hon. Janet Museveni, Minister of Education and Sports, champions reforms in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), paving the ...

Wave Mobile Money laid off about 15% (about 2,000) of its staff in June across different countries. In Uganda, about 300 staff were affected.

Wave Mobile Money Ugandan dream turns sour as losses deepen

by Julian Ninsiima | Reporter

29/04/2025

Wave Transfer's ambitious Ugandan mobile money venture faces significant setbacks as 2024 financials reveal deepening losses. KAMPALA, Uganda — Wave ...

Formidables Swim Gala Expected to Draw Hundreds in Uganda

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

28/04/2025

Formidables team members KAMPALA, Uganda — The Formidables Swim Club will host its inaugural Formidables Swim Gala on Saturday, May ...

Nalukoola and Nambi, contenders in the Kawempe North by-election dispute.

Court sets hearing for Kawempe North by-election fraud claim

by OUR REPORTER | UG STANDARD

28/04/2025

Nalukoola and Nambi, contenders in the Kawempe North by-election dispute. KAMPALA, Uganda — The High Court in Kampala has scheduled a ...

Ruth Nandase (left), Babu Maniharah (center) and Frank Sempa in the dock at Buganda Road Court. (PHOTO/Henry Jjemba)

Senior three student admits role in Hamis Kiggundu impersonation scam, fined UGX 100,000

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

28/04/2025

Ruth Nandase (left), Babu Maniharah (center) and Frank Sempa in the dock at Buganda Road Court. (PHOTO/Henry Jjemba) KAMPALA, Uganda ...

Japhet Aritho, the Managing Director Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda Limited (PHOTO/Courtesy)

Airtel Money reports revenue growth amid increased expenses

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

28/04/2025

Japhet Aritho, the Managing Director Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda Limited (PHOTO/Courtesy) KAMPALA, Uganda — Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda Limited (AMCUL), ...

Isimba Hydroelectric Power Station is a 183.2 megawatts hydroelectric power station commissioned on 21 March 2019 in Uganda. Construction of this dam began in April 2015 and was completed in January 2019

Uganda’s $568M power plant Isimba Dam faces catastrophic failure risk

by Julian Ninsiima | Reporter

28/04/2025

Isimba Hydroelectric Power Station is a 183.2 megawatts hydroelectric power station commissioned on 21 March 2019 in Uganda. Construction of ...

Uganda police in Kampala blocked the National Unity Platform (NUP) from launching its "Youth Protest Vote" campaign, citing public order concerns. The opposition initiative aimed to mobilize young voters ahead of future elections, but the police directive has put the campaign's future in doubt.

Police block NUP Youth Protest Vote launch

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

28/04/2025

Uganda police in Kampala blocked the National Unity Platform (NUP) from launching its "Youth Protest Vote" campaign, citing public order ...

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