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A late-night raid in Kampala has exposed a hidden world of sealed apartments, suspected cybercrime networks and undocumented foreign nationals, raising urgent questions about Uganda’s growing role in global migration and digital crime flows.

Conflict in the Middle East may feel distant, but it could soon affect fuel, transport and food costs in Uganda. Here’s why Kampala should be paying attention.

With lakes, rivers and regional markets, Uganda has the ingredients to become a grain stabiliser, horticulture exporter and climate-smart agriculture leader.

The World Bank’s 2026 Global Water Monitoring Report warns that food security may depend less on land and more on water governance — creating a major opening for Africa.

MTN Uganda has unveiled a major Shs4 billion innovation drive, starting with a dramatic new tech hub in Kabale for young job seekers and entrepreneurs.

After narrowly losing the Makerere guild race, Hannah Karema is refusing to step back—turning defeat into a renewed push for student welfare, education reform, and a voice beyond office.

Behind every policy decision is data—and in Uganda, its influence is growing fast. From healthcare to infrastructure, new insights are shaping how resources are allocated and how communities are served.

A $540 million urban development programme promises more than new roads and drainage systems—it could reshape daily life for millions of Ugandans. From job creation to cleaner cities and lower business costs, here’s how the changes may be felt on the ground.

Uganda’s decision to scrap visa fees and pour billions into infrastructure ahead of AFCON 2027 isn’t just about football—it’s about everyday life. From new roads and hospital upgrades to a surge in small business opportunities, here’s how the changes could affect Ugandans before the tournament, during the games, and long after the crowds leave.