Millions of Ugandans are heading to the polls today of Thursday January 22, 2026 to elect local government leaders, with more than 6,000 candidates vying […]
Year: 2026
UGANDA: Flavian Zeija Takes the Helm as Uganda’s New Chief Justice Amid Judicial Transition
Flavian Zeija, Uganda’s newly appointed Chief Justice, is now at the helm of the country’s Judiciary, succeeding the retired Chief Justice Alfonse Owiny-Dollo. His appointment […]
Key Factors Behind Opposition Leader’s Loss in Uganda’s 2026 Presidential Election
In Uganda’s January 15, 2026 presidential election, President Yoweri Museveni secured a seventh term in office with approximately 71.6% of the vote, while opposition leader […]
Tanzania Targets Over 30 Million Tonnes Annually at Dar Port as Capacity Expands
Tanzania is positioning the Port of Dar es Salaam as a major regional logistics hub, with plans to handle over 30 million tonnes of cargo […]
Dar es Salaam Set to Host Toyota IST Owners’ Festival
Dar es Salaam is set to host a vibrant Toyota IST Owners’ Festival, an event expected to bring together car enthusiasts from across the city […]
Kenya Launches One Health Research Initiative to Address Heavy Metals Exposure and Antimicrobial Resistance
Kenya has launched a major One Health research initiative aimed at addressing the growing public health and environmental risks posed by exposure to heavy metals […]
TANZANIA: Households Struggle as Food Inflation Stays Elevated at 7 Percent
Households across Tanzania continue to face rising living costs as food inflation remains elevated at 7 percent, placing sustained pressure on family budgets and consumer […]
How Gold Surpassed Coffee as Uganda’s Leading Export Earner
Gold has officially dethroned coffee as Uganda’s primary export commodity, marking a significant transformation in the country’s economy. Fueled by rising international gold prices and […]
Ruto Urges Kenyan Ambassadors to Lead in Championing Kenya’s Vision for a First-World Economy
President William Ruto has called on Kenya’s ambassadors and high commissioners to play a pivotal role in advancing the government’s mission of transforming the country […]
Britam Uganda Retains Top Employer Africa Status for Second Year Running
Britam Uganda has proudly been re-certified as a Top Employer Africa for the second consecutive year, affirming its ongoing commitment to fostering a people-centred leadership […]