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3 weeks ago | 
nilepost.co.ug | Bridget Nsimenta |Ivan Rush MUGISHA |Salmah Namwanje |Kenneth Kazibwe
No Excerpt The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has called on Ugandans, including politicians, to denounce violence and embrace dialogue as a means of resolving conflicts.
His remarks came as Members of Parliament from the National Unity Platform (NUP) visited Bulange, Mengo, to purchase kits for the 70th Kabaka Birthday Run, contributing Shs 25 million toward the cause.
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3 weeks ago | 
nilepost.co.ug | Ivan Rush MUGISHA |Salmah Namwanje |Kenneth Kazibwe |Adam Mayambala
No Excerpt The political landscape in Kitagwenda District is set for a shake-up as Assistant Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Ephrance Kenyonyozi officially declares her bid for the district chairperson seat ahead of the 2026 general elections.
Her decision follows growing calls from the public urging her to contest.
Speaking to The Nile Post, Kenyonyozi expressed her readiness to serve the people of Kitagwenda in a greater capacity.
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3 weeks ago | 
nilepost.co.ug | Ivan Rush MUGISHA |Salmah Namwanje |Kenneth Kazibwe |Adam Mayambala
No Excerpt The Kampala Northern Bypass, a crucial road network linking different parts of the city, urgently needs the completion of its renovation works to restore smooth traffic flow and support businesses.
While the repairs are necessary, the delays have created a traffic nightmare, affecting thousands of commuters, businesses, and travelers heading to Entebbe International Airport.
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3 weeks ago | 
nilepost.co.ug | Ivan Rush MUGISHA |Jacobs Seaman Odongo |Samuel Muhimba |Kenneth Kazibwe
During a site visit on Thursday, a team led by RDC Godfrey Mbetegyereize found extensive degradation caused by human activities, including quarrying. Authorities in Ibanda District have suspended all stone quarrying activities on Ibanda Hill due to severe environmental degradation, which poses a significant risk to the local community, especially during the rainy season.
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1 month ago | 
nilepost.co.ug | Sam Ibanda Mugabi |Ivan Rush MUGISHA |Catherine Namugerwa |Kenneth Kazibwe
No Excerpt The Supreme Mufti Sheikh Muhammad Galabuzi, has called on Ugandans to refrain from making unnecessary comments on issues they do not fully understand, warning that such remarks could be detrimental to the country.
In a message delivered by Sheikh Ismael Ssemwanga at the Democratic Alliance (DA) headquarters in Namirembe during a futari dinner organized by Mathias Mpuuga, Sheikh Galabuzi emphasized the need for responsible speech and constructive dialogue.
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1 month ago | 
nilepost.co.ug | Muhamadi Matovu |Ivan Rush MUGISHA |Carolinah Nakibuule |Fahad Masereka
The awards recognise Okudi's exceptional reporting on gender equality and sexual reproductive health rights as part of the SHARE project, which is being implemented in Adjumani and Buyende districts by a consortium of four partner organisations Martin Okudi, the bureau chief for Next Media in Adjumani District, has been honoured with two prestigious awards and two certificates by WaterAid Uganda.
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1 month ago | 
nilepost.co.ug | Ivan Rush MUGISHA |Carolinah Nakibuule |Muhamadi Matovu |Fahad Masereka
No Excerpt Ibanda Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Godfrey Mbetegyereize has expressed frustration over the failure of Ibanda Municipality environment officials to protect natural resources, particularly the Kirimirire wetland, which continues to face encroachment.
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1 month ago | 
nilepost.co.ug | Catherine Namugerwa |Fred Ssewajje |Ivan Rush MUGISHA |Kenneth Kazibwe
Key roads, including Market Street, Toban Road, Balamaga Road, Busimbi Road, and the road leading to Mityana Hospital, have remained in disrepair for three years, leaving homes coated in dust and businesses on the verge of collapse Residents and business owners in Mityana Municipality are pleading for urgent road repairs, citing severe disruptions caused by years of neglect.
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1 month ago | 
nilepost.co.ug | Fred Ssewajje |Ivan Rush MUGISHA |Kenneth Kazibwe |Muhamadi Matovu
No Excerpt A family in Kassambya, Kyegegwa, has accused Kyegegwa Town Council Mayor Swaib Lutaangi of conspiring with Kyegegwa District Woman MP Flavia Kabahenda and the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council to grab their land, which they insist was passed down through inheritance.
The disputed 1.5-acre plot, located in Kyegegwa Town on Block 60, Plot 41, has become the centre of a growing conflict.
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1 month ago | 
nilepost.co.ug | Ivan Rush MUGISHA |Kenneth Kazibwe |Muhamadi Matovu |David Ochieng
No Excerpt Authorities in Ibanda District have stepped up efforts to curb extortion in public health facilities following multiple complaints from patients, particularly expectant mothers, who allege they are being forced to pay for services meant to be free.
