In a compelling lecture at Kenya’s National Defence College, President Yoweri Museveni urged East African nations to embrace economic integration, strategic cooperation, and a shared identity as cornerstones of the region’s future.
President Museveni called for an end to nomadic conflicts and proposed a cultural reconciliation ceremony to foster peace, while Ambassador Maangi pledged Kenya’s continued efforts toward regional integration and harmony.
The standoff, caused by Balaalo herders illegally occupying public land in Apac District, highlights ongoing enforcement of President Museveni’s directive to evict non-compliant herders. A joint leadership team calmed the situation, relocated impounded cattle, and secured a partial compensation deal between farmers and herders, as part of a wider national effort to restore order in northern Uganda.
A delegation from the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC), led by Chief Operating Officer Samantha Muhwezi, is in Malaysia to forge strategic partnerships and learn from the country’s success in managing its oil and gas sector. Hosted by Malaysia Petroleum Resources Corporation (MPRC), the team has held engagements with key industry players including PETRONAS and SME Corporation, discussing national oil governance, talent development, and business matchmaking models that could inspire Uganda’s own sector growth.
President Museveni and Ambassador Schauer explored various avenues to strengthen collaboration in areas including trade, investment, technology, and sports development. The talks aimed at building on the historical ties between the two nations while laying a foundation for future partnerships that promote sustainable development and mutual benefit.
The Ministry of Works and Transport has suspended the automated Express Penalty Scheme (EPS) for one month, following widespread public complaints over errors, harsh penalties, and poor implementation. Minister Gen. Katumba Wamala announced the pause to allow for a review of the system, engagement with stakeholders, and public sensitisation. The move comes amid rising frustration from car dealers and road users, with many citing duplicated fines, inadequate signage, and unfair enforcement. The ministry pledged to address all gaps before resuming the EPS Auto system on July 12, 2025.
President Yoweri Museveni has set an ambitious target of UGX 37.2 trillion in domestic revenue for the 2025/26 financial year, emphasizing digital tax technologies as a key strategy to reduce evasion and boost compliance. In his State of the Nation Address, Museveni highlighted the success of systems like Digital Tax Stamps (DTS) and EFRIS in improving transparency and real-time monitoring, while affirming the government’s commitment to economic transformation through innovation, industrialisation, and enhanced public accountability.
Chaired by President Yoweri Museveni, the summit adopted a revitalised Action Plan for 2025–2027 and called for urgent disarmament of armed groups destabilising eastern DRC. The leaders also pledged stronger accountability, inclusive peace processes, and responsible management of natural resources as they push to stabilise the region and support long-term development.
As the nationwide mass registration and renewal of national identity cards kicks off, officials in Busia district have issued strong warnings to National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) staff against enrolling noncitizens, especially given the district’s proximity to the Kenyan border. Speaking on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, during the launch held at the Busia Resident […]
While addressing attendees, President Museveni reiterated his unwavering commitment to fighting poverty in Uganda. He shared a personal reflection, noting that his advocacy for wealth creation dates back to the 1960s, when he encouraged communities in the Ankole region to abandon nomadic pastoralism in favor of settled dairy farming.
