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One setback after another for junior Oranto

The Nigerian group founded by Arthur Eze continues to rack up refusals of its permit renewals on the continent due to insufficient work.

Subscribers only Energy 14.05.2026

Cairo woos Kampala to counter Addis

As the Ethiopian government launches tenders for three new dams on the Blue Nile, Egypt is manoeuvring to pull Uganda out of Ethiopia's orbit – and to paralyse the future Nile Basin Commission from within.

Subscribers only Infrastructure, Diplomacy Running Story - The Renaissance Dam 20.04.2026

With First Lady absent, Kainerugaba flexes muscles

The presidential couple's son, who has a strained relationship with his parents, is capitalising on Janet Museveni's absence due to ill-health to strengthen his political ties.

Subscribers only Politics 17.04.2026

AFCON 2027 host countries are told to speed up preparations

The Talanta Sports Stadium in Nairobi, 31 January 2026. © Ed Ram/Getty Images via AFP

Subscribers only Infrastructure 14.04.2026

Details of controversial sovereignty bill disclosed

Uganda's president, Yoweri Museveni, in Kampala, on 25 April 2025. © Nicolas Maeterlinck/Belga/Reuters

Subscribers only Politics 02.04.2026

Ruto and Museveni to follow diplomatic route on island border dispute

The two presidents have agreed on a plan to resolve their differences over the management of the small island of Migingo and the waters surrounding it, where many fishermen work. They intend to draw on the expertise of their diplomats and keep politicians out of what is a sensitive issue.

Subscribers only Diplomacy 01.04.2026

Kampala counters European criticism over general election conduct

Museveni's administration has rejected accusations of a near-total internet shutdown during the election, alongside arrests of political and civil society figures. Despite the European Parliament's firm tone, cooperation between the EU and Uganda is, for now, continuing without visible consequences.

Subscribers only Diplomacy 30.03.2026

Police chase an opposition supporter during a demonstration in Kampala on 2 February 2026.

Business resumes for top tycoons after Museveni's re-election

Close to the head of state, leaders of Uganda's main business empires are putting their services at the government's disposal at a time when the public finances remain fragile. The situation is also a boon for the financial sector, which is stepping in to shore up the executive.

Subscribers only Politics 27.03.2026

The inside story of Bobi Wine's escape

The opposition leader, whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, took advantage of tensions at the highest levels of government to secure the help of certain senior officials and make his escape. President Yoweri Museveni and his eldest son disagree on how to deal with him.

Subscribers only Politics 23.03.2026

President Museveni tries to woo an opposition deprived of its leaders

The government hopes to take advantage of Bobi Wine's absence to win over supporters of his movement, the National Unity Platform. Despite improved electoral results, the president's party fears the disruptive potential of its opponents.

Subscribers only Politics 17.03.2026

Behind the scenes of Ruto and Museveni's bid to save EAC

Led by Kenya's president, the founding countries of the East African Community are reclaiming control of an organisation in deep crisis, pushing through a raft of reforms whose implementation already looks fraught.

Subscribers only Diplomacy 13.03.2026

The heads of state and government of the member countries of the East African Community gathered in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on 8 February 2025.

Agribusiness giant Del Monte turns to Kampala

The local subsidiary of US company Fresh Del Monte has started sourcing from Uganda to offset falling domestic fruit production.

Subscribers only Business 06.03.2026

How Kampala and New Delhi are knitting closer ties

Several events in India and Uganda are aimed at increasing investment and trade between the two countries. The military partnership, while still symbolic, should also reduce Kampala's dependence on Russia.

Subscribers only Business, Diplomacy 03.03.2026

Museveni camp hot on the heels of Bobi Wine

The more than two-week search for the opposition figure has disrupted the post-election period, much to the head of state's irritation. The authorities are keen to neutralise Bobi Wine swiftly, both on the security front and politically.

Subscribers only Politics 10.02.2026

Police officers attempt to arrest a protester taking part in a demonstration in support of opposition figures in Kampala, on 2 February 2026.

On bad terms with Washington, Museveni enlists the help of a US lobbyist

A well-established lobbying firm with influence in African capitals has been hired to promote Uganda's interests in the United States. This comes at a time when senior officials in the Trump administration are calling for a review of its partnership with Kampala.

Subscribers only Politics, Diplomacy 03.02.2026

Following the elections, Museveni clan extends its reach across the country

By combining the strengths of long-standing members and newcomers, the head of state's family has managed to win constituencies in the heart of opposition strongholds. Ties between the majority and security officials are growing stronger.

Subscribers only Politics 23.01.2026

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni (far left) and his wife, Janet, in Kampala, 23 September 2025.

Museveni looks to regain control of troubled energy sector

After two decades of private sector dominance, the president wants to revive state-owned companies in electricity production and distribution. His half-brother Salim Saleh is monitoring the situation closely.

Subscribers only Energy, Politics 21.01.2026

Museveni's polarising campaign among religious leaders

The Catholic clergy is concerned about the repressive climate and the Ugandan army's involvement in the election campaign. As for the head of state, he is mobilising his evangelical base.

Subscribers only Politics 13.01.2026

European diplomacy heeds caution as elections approach

Matters relating to good governance and the electoral process are being carefully avoided by diplomats from Europe. Instead, one by one they are lobbying the Chief of Defence Forces to raise awareness of the merits of their respective initiatives.

Free access Politics, Diplomacy 07.01.2026

A campaign billboard for Yoweri Museveni erected over traffic in Kampala, 24 December 2025.

Kampala quietly reopens doors to Eritrean, Somali and Ethiopian refugees

Eritrean, Ethiopian and Somali refugees can once again apply to the Ugandan authorities for asylum, after having been discreetly denied this right at the beginning of the year.

Subscribers only Politics, Diplomacy 23.12.2025

Yoweri Museveni's strategy to woo Gen Z voters from Bobi Wine

In his bid for a seventh five-year term, the head of state is specifically targeting young and rural voters, promoting local projects in the run-up to next month's election. On social media, the campaign is also gaining speed.

Subscribers only Politics 17.12.2025

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US and African lobbies mobilise as AGOA renewal enters high-stakes phase

The expiry of America's flagship trade initiative with Africa has triggered a lobbying offensive by US apparel groups and African governments. Madagascar is leading the charge, while delegations from Kenya, Lesotho and Tanzania will press Congress for a three-year extension.

Subscribers only Diplomacy 11.12.2025

Donald Trump speaking in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, US on 10 December 2025.

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Uganda

One setback after another for junior Oranto

Cairo woos Kampala to counter Addis

With First Lady absent, Kainerugaba flexes muscles

AFCON 2027 host countries are told to speed up preparations

Details of controversial sovereignty bill disclosed

Ruto and Museveni to follow diplomatic route on island border dispute

Kampala counters European criticism over general election conduct

Business resumes for top tycoons after Museveni's re-election

The inside story of Bobi Wine's escape

President Museveni tries to woo an opposition deprived of its leaders

Behind the scenes of Ruto and Museveni's bid to save EAC

Agribusiness giant Del Monte turns to Kampala

How Kampala and New Delhi are knitting closer ties

Museveni camp hot on the heels of Bobi Wine

On bad terms with Washington, Museveni enlists the help of a US lobbyist

Following the elections, Museveni clan extends its reach across the country

Museveni looks to regain control of troubled energy sector

Museveni's polarising campaign among religious leaders

European diplomacy heeds caution as elections approach

Kampala quietly reopens doors to Eritrean, Somali and Ethiopian refugees

Yoweri Museveni's strategy to woo Gen Z voters from Bobi Wine

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US and African lobbies mobilise as AGOA renewal enters high-stakes phase

Internal intelligence swings into action upstream of elections

Future of EU trade deal hangs in the balance

Tanzanian post-electoral crisis impacts East African institutions

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Uganda

One setback after another for junior Oranto

Cairo woos Kampala to counter Addis

With First Lady absent, Kainerugaba flexes muscles

AFCON 2027 host countries are told to speed up preparations

Details of controversial sovereignty bill disclosed

Ruto and Museveni to follow diplomatic route on island border dispute

Kampala counters European criticism over general election conduct

Business resumes for top tycoons after Museveni's re-election

The inside story of Bobi Wine's escape

President Museveni tries to woo an opposition deprived of its leaders

Behind the scenes of Ruto and Museveni's bid to save EAC

Agribusiness giant Del Monte turns to Kampala

How Kampala and New Delhi are knitting closer ties

Museveni camp hot on the heels of Bobi Wine

On bad terms with Washington, Museveni enlists the help of a US lobbyist

Following the elections, Museveni clan extends its reach across the country

Museveni looks to regain control of troubled energy sector

Museveni's polarising campaign among religious leaders

European diplomacy heeds caution as elections approach

Kampala quietly reopens doors to Eritrean, Somali and Ethiopian refugees

Yoweri Museveni's strategy to woo Gen Z voters from Bobi Wine

Spotlight US and African lobbies mobilise as AGOA renewal enters high-stakes phase

Internal intelligence swings into action upstream of elections

Future of EU trade deal hangs in the balance

Tanzanian post-electoral crisis impacts East African institutions

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US and African lobbies mobilise as AGOA renewal enters high-stakes phase