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Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda | Feb 24, 2026

Uganda: Ministry officials in acting capacity for long concerns Members of Parliament (MP)

Hon. Gorreth Namugga alluded to the staffing levels across government entities that stand at an average of 35 per cent adding that, the high unemployment rate in the country is imposed by failure to fill available positions

Legislators on the Public Accounts Committee (Central Government) have put the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development to task over failure to appoint substantive officials in different administrative positions. In a meeting held on Monday, 23 February 2026, a team from the ministry led by the Deputy Permanent Secretary…

Source: Energy Capital & Power | Feb 23, 2026

African Ministers Outline Industry Priorities Ahead of African Mining Week 2026

African Mining Week will feature high-level panel discussions and project showcases, linking global investors with Africa’s mining sector priorities and lucrative investment and partnership opportunities

With the demand for critical minerals projected to quadruple by 2040 and traditional commodities such as gold reaching record highs in 2026, Africa is increasingly positioned at the center of global supply chain strategies and investment flows. The continent hosts the world’s largest reserves of platinum group metals, chrome and…

Source: The Republic of Uganda - Ministry of Foreign Affairs | Feb 21, 2026

Minister Okello meets Cuba’s Chargé d’Affaires A.I., decries universal coercive measures

Hon. Oryem reaffirmed Uganda’s commitment to Cuba, highlighting the special relationship between the two countries

On February 20 th 2026, H.E. Juan Humberto Magas Pino, Charge D’Affaires a.i. of Cuba paid a courtesy call to Hon. Okello Henry Oryem, MSFA/ IA. The two discussed issues pertaining to the Non-Aligned Movement as well as the historical relationship between Cuba and Africa. Amb. Pino emphasized Cuba’s continued…

Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda | Feb 19, 2026

Uganda: Christians advised to observe Lent with spiritual reflection

Presiding over the Ash Wednesday Mass at Parliament on 18 February 2026, the Bishop noted that the soul requires training to achieve a good inner attitude, which is the foundation of spiritual life and development

The Bishop of Kasese Diocese, Rt. Rev. Francis Aquirinus Kibira has urged Christians to meditate deeply on their inner attitude during the Lenten season, so as to learn oneself and process the convictions of the heart, spirit and soul. Presiding over the Ash Wednesday Mass at Parliament on 18 February…

Source: State House Uganda | Feb 18, 2026

Uganda, Saudi Arabia Deepen Investment Cooperation with Focus on Value Addition and Coffee Industrialisation

President Museveni welcomed the delegation and commended them for recognising Uganda’s untapped investment potential

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Tuesday 17th February, 2026 hosted a high-level delegation from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at State House, Entebbe. The investment-focused meeting aimed at strengthening bilateral economic cooperation and unlocking new commercial opportunities between the two countries. Led by Mr. Ali O Alswayeh, the Saudi delegation expressed…

Source: UN News | Feb 18, 2026

Sudan crisis: United Nations (UN) agency launches $1.6 billion appeal to support refugees in seven countries

As the war in Sudan approaches a fourth year, the UN refugee agency, UNHCR, and 123 partners appealed on Tuesday for $1.6 billion to support millions of people forced to flee the country in pursuit of safety

The 2026 Sudan Regional Refugee Response Plan (RRRP) aims to deliver lifesaving assistance this year to 5.9 million people across seven neighbouring countries: the Central African Republic, Chad, Egypt, Ethiopia, Libya, South Sudan and Uganda. The plan will continue to prioritize aid for roughly 470,000 new refugees who are expected to cross into these countries, as well as thousands more who remain in border areas and have received only the most basic assistance. World’s largest displacement…

Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda | Feb 18, 2026

Uganda: Committee tasks ministry to resolve former Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC) staff layoff woes

MTAC was repealed under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Act, 2025 and its functions transferred to Nakawa Vocational Training College

The Committee on Education and Sports has directed the Ministry of Education and Sports to address the plight of more than 60 former staff of the Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC). MTAC was repealed under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Act, 2025 and its functions transferred to…

Source: State House Uganda | Feb 14, 2026

Uganda: President Museveni Urges National Resistance Movement (NRM) Chairpersons to Promote Wealth Creation, Accountability and Service Delivery

During the meeting, President Museveni, who is also the National Chairman of the NRM, congratulated the leaders upon their victory in the recently concluded elections

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni yesterday evening met with the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Chairpersons for districts, cities, municipalities, and divisions at State House Entebbe. During the meeting, President Museveni, who is also the National Chairman of the NRM, congratulated the leaders upon their victory in the recently concluded elections. The…

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Source: The Emirates Group | Feb 12, 2026

Emirates extends latest cabin experience to more cities worldwide, with A350 deployment to Entebbe

From 29 March, flights EK729/730 between Dubai and Entebbe will be operated by the Emirates A350, marking the debut of the airline’s newest aircraft type in Uganda

Airline’s Premium Economy network will expand to 99 points by end of 2026 Emirates will introduce its first retrofitted high-density A380 on 14 April Next-generation A350 introduced on services to Entebbe Emirates (www.Emirates.com) has announced a series of aircraft deployments and product upgrades across its network, including the introduction of its next-generation…

Source: World Health Organization - Uganda | Feb 10, 2026

Uganda Strengthens District-Level Readiness as World Health Organization (WHO) Boosts Support for Public Health Emergencies

From Ebola and Mpox to Measles, Anthrax, and Yellow Fever, nearly every WHO hub sub-region faced significant health threats

As Uganda continues to grapple with recurrent public health emergencies driven by epidemic-prone diseases and climate-related disasters, a new wave of strengthened district-level preparedness is emerging, thanks to sustained technical support from the World Health Organization (WHO). In the first quarter of 2025 alone, Uganda recorded 10 public health emergencies,…

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