WHO says Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda is ‘emergency’ of international concern At least 80 deaths and more than 300 suspected cases in the DRC, while Uganda reports spread from travellers The Guardian - UK · May 17
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda a global public health emergency The World Health Organisation has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern. This outbreak has caused suspected deaths and confirmed cases in DRC's Ituri province. Uganda has also reported confirmed cases, including one death, from individuals travelling from… The Economic Times · May 17
A look at major Ebola outbreaks and when the disease was first identified African health officials say there is a new outbreak of the Ebola disease in the Central African country of Congo, with at least 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths The Independent UK · May 15
Millions of farmers in Africa’s Great Lakes region face rising temperatures. Study predicts how crop disease and pests could spread Farming in the Great Lakes region of Africa (which includes Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania and Kenya) is challenging because of changing environments and ongoing social and political tensions. These tensions include conflict over resources. As a result, agricultural productivity is low and there’s a high… The Conversation · May 12
Uganda's Museveni sworn in for seventh term as succession question looms Uganda’s President Yowrei Museveni has been sworn in for a seventh – and possibly final – five-year term in office, as the country prepares to become an oil producer by the end of the year. Radio France Internationale · May 12
Uganda's president Museveni sworn in for seventh consecutive term as son emerges as de facto ruler Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has been in power for 40 years The Independent UK · May 12
Uganda’s Bobi Wine on the books (and songs) that shape his politics Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, is a Ugandan music star and political leader currently in exile. Framing his movement as a “people power” struggle by young Ugandans for democratic transition, he is a vocal critic of the regime. The Conversation · May 4
Uganda copying Russia and China with new bill designed to crush dissent, say critics New law proposes up to 20 years in prison for promoting ‘foreign interests’, and restricts those who work with or are funded by overseas partners The Guardian - UK · May 1
Uganda detains 231 foreigners in crackdown on possible human trafficking Ugandan authorities say they have detained dozens of foreigners in a crackdown on illegal migration that was likely linked to human traffickers and cyberscam operations The Independent UK · Apr 28
'Sovereignty' bill seeking to deter foreign influence has drawn widespread concern in Uganda A bill by Ugandan authorities whose stated purpose is to deter foreign interference has drawn widespread criticism as concern grows over its all-encompassing definition of a foreign agent and its potential to hurt civic groups The Independent UK · Apr 23
Scientists filmed Uganda’s Marburg virus hotspot for 5 months. Here’s what they found Scientists set up cameras in Uganda’s Marburg virus reservoir, capturing rare footage of wildlife and humans interacting in the site and raising concerns about spillover risk. Euronews · Apr 23
East African Community’s expansion has triggered financial troubles: why solutions come with risks The East African Community is one of Africa’s oldest regional economic organisations. Its birth in 1967 was the culmination of decades of economic ties forged in the colonial era between Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. It’s no surprise that the EAC is also the most deeply integrated regional entity. The Conversation · Apr 21
Women working in Uganda’s pig sector: how challenging prejudices can unlock opportunities – research In some communities in Uganda, women aren’t supposed to work with pigs. This stems from restrictive social and gender norms, some of which are rooted in culture and religious beliefs. The Conversation · Apr 20
Man accused of killing four children faces controversial tent trial Christopher Okello Onyum is charged with a machete attack that shocked locals The Independent UK · Apr 13
The Times of India · Apr 12 $1bn, a bride or a breakup: Uganda general’s bizarre ultimatum to Turkey Uganda's army chief, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has ignited a diplomatic firestorm by demanding $1 billion and Turkey's most beautiful woman as a wife, threatening to sever ties if his demands aren't met within 30 days. He also accused Ankara of profiting from Somalia while Uganda shoulders the security burden. This follows…
The Guardian - AU · Apr 11 Anisa Nandaula: No Small Talk review – chatty fun with rising star of Australian comedy Melbourne international comedy festivalThe Ugandan-Australian standup has amassed a significant following online with her almost aggressively bubbly audience interactions
LiveScience · Apr 9 Chimpanzees in Uganda are locked in a deadly 'civil war' after their group split apart — and scientists don't know why The first well-observed "civil war" in wild chimpanzees reveals that shifting social ties alone can fracture a group, igniting deadly conflict between former friends.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 2 Uganda receives first US deportation flight under third-country agreement Dozen people arrive under new deal but legal challenges expected with scheme criticised as ‘dehumanising process’
The Independent UK · Apr 2 First group of 12 deportees from the US arrives in Uganda, lawyers say Twelve people deported from the U.S. have arrived in Uganda, according to the Uganda Law Society
The Independent UK · Apr 2 Machete-wielding man attacks Ugandan nursery school, killing 4 children A man has killed four children in a machete attack at a nursery school in Kampala, Uganda
The Independent UK · Apr 2 Four children killed as machete-wielding man attacks Ugandan nursery school while pretending to be parent The man gained access to the Gaba Early Childhood Development Program in Kampala by disguising himself as a parent, the Daily Monitor newspaper reported
The Independent UK · Apr 2 Immigrants seeking asylum are ordered to countries they've never been to, but end up stuck in limbo In recent months, thousands of immigrants living legally in the U.S. and waiting for rulings on their asylum claims were suddenly ordered deported to countries where most have no ties
The Conversation · Apr 1 Bobi Wine’s decision to flee Uganda points to a shrinking landscape for opposition politics Bobi Wine’s escape from Uganda is not just a striking episode in itself, it also offers insight into the current state of the opposition – particularly his National Unity Platform party – and into the divergences within the Yoweri Museveni regime.
Euronews · Mar 26 Nigeria’s return to Windsor castle signals new era in UK economic partnership Nigeria returns to Windsor Castle after nearly four decades, marking a historic diplomatic reset and opening a new chapter in economic partnership with the United Kingdom. While in Uganda, investors turn to Treasury yields of up to 18%, as land and rental dominance fades.
Radio France Internationale · Mar 21 Kenya, Uganda open rail extension burdened by Chinese debt The presidents of Kenya and Uganda met near their shared border Saturday to mark the multi-billion-dollar, long-delayed extension of a Chinese-built railway that has left Kenya heavily in debt.