At least a total of 1,030 Ugandans repatriated from South Africa following recent xenophobic attacks underwent a remarkable transformation at the National Leadership Institute (NALI), Kyankwanzi, where government officials say the returnees are rediscovering hope, patriotism, and confidence in rebuilding their lives back home. The Commissioner for the National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps (NSPC) at

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), renewed his call for the economic and political integration of Africa, describing it as essential for guaranteeing the continent’s long-term strategic security and defence capabilities. The President made the remarks while presiding over the graduation ceremony of 21 participants—20

Former Tanzanian President Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere and the Senior Presidential Advisor on Defence and Security Matters, Lt. Gen. Proscovia Nalweyiso, were yesterday honoured for their immense contribution to Uganda’s 1981–1986 liberation struggle that ushered the National Resistance Army/Movement (NRA/M) into power. The recognition came during the hybrid pass-out ceremony for the 18th Intake (2025/2026)

The government commenced the registration and issuance of National Identity Cards to Ugandans recently repatriated from South Africa as part of a comprehensive program to facilitate their reintegration into society following their return from xenophobic violence. The exercise, being conducted by the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) at the National Leadership Institute (NALI), Kyankwanzi,

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni met the outgoing Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Uganda, H.E. Frederieke Quispel, who paid a farewell courtesy call on him at his Kisozi farm in Gomba District. During the meeting, President Museveni commended Ambassador Quispel for her dedicated service and the significant role she played in strengthening the

The newly appointed Board of Directors at the Uganda Heart Institute (UHI) has made a heartfelt commitment to complete the institute’s landmark 250-bed cardiac hospital and to bring advanced heart care closer to communities across Uganda. During the swearing-in ceremony, the chairman expressed deep appreciation for the outgoing board’s dedication and achievements especially their role

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni met The Rt. Hon. Baroness Chapman, the United Kingdom’s Minister of State for International Development and Africa, at State House, Entebbe, where they discussed strengthening the longstanding partnership between Uganda and the United Kingdom, with particular emphasis on investment and economic cooperation. During the meeting, President Museveni called upon British and

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring Uganda successfully co-hosts the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), pledging full financial backing, accelerated infrastructure development, and enhanced regional cooperation to deliver the continent’s biggest football tournament. During a high-level meeting with the AFCON Local Organising Committee at State House, Entebbe, President Museveni assured

The government announced the introduction of four new courses at the Presidential Zonal Industrial Skilling Hubs as part of the efforts to equip more young Ugandans with practical skills for employment and wealth creation. The announcement was made during the opening of a one-week induction training for newly appointed Finance Managers of the Presidential Zonal