The Latest Breaking News from Uganda

Uganda backed M23 in DRC, Rwanda’s ‘de facto control’ on group: UN experts

UN report says Ugandan army backed rebels while some 3,000-4,000 Rwandan soldiers fought alongside them in eastern DRC.

Al Jazeera · Jul 9, 2024

How does Zika virus affect pregnant women?

Zika virus is a life-threatening infection that has severe effects on the health and development of the mother and the baby. This infection is caused by the bite of infectious Aedes mosquitoes, mainly Aedes aegypti. The name of the virus comes from the forest named Ziika, originating in Uganda where…

The Times of India · Jul 7, 2024

‘We fool around in semi-public places. You could be arrested or publicly shamed’: This is how we do it in Uganda

Catherine and Daudi first met at school but fell for each other three years ago

The Guardian - UK · Jul 4, 2024

T20 World Cup: Uganda register unwanted record in New Zealand thrashing

NEW DELHI: Uganda were thrashed by New Zealand by nine wickets in a T20 World Cup Group C clash of already-eliminated teams at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad.

The Times of India · Jun 15, 2024

T20 World Cup: New Zealand thrash Uganda for first win of the tournament

New Zealand showcased their prowess with a resounding nine-wicket victory over Uganda in the T20 World Cup on Saturday (IST), though the big win is a mere consolation for the Kiwis who are already out of reckoning for the 'Super 8s'.

The Times of India · Jun 15, 2024

The University of Cambridge returns 39 traditional artifacts to Uganda in a major act of restitution

The University of Cambridge has repatriated more than three dozen traditional artifacts to Uganda in a major act of restitution welcomed by the local officials who sought them

The Independent UK · Jun 13, 2024

Ugandan oil pipeline protester allegedly beaten as part of ‘alarming crackdown’

Stephen Kwikiriza is one of 11 campaigners against EACOP targeted by authorities in past two weeks, rights group says

The Guardian - UK · Jun 12, 2024

ICC T20 World Cup 2024: Super Eight qualification scenarios for all the teams

The ongoing ICC T20 World Cup in the West Indies and USA has already provided high-quality action, memorable upsets, and standout performances.

The Times of India · Jun 11, 2024

Ugandan environmental activist freed after five days in detention

An environmental activist in Uganda who is opposed to a huge oil project led by French giant TotalEnergies has been freed after five days in detention, his employer said Monday.

Radio France Internationale · Jun 10, 2024

All out 39: West Indies doom Uganda to record low at T20 World Cup

Uganda dismissed for 39 as West Indies win by 134 runs with Andrew Russell starring for West Indies as they prepare for the key clash against New Zealand

The Guardian - AU · Jun 9, 2024