Africa Uganda Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye, imprisoned since November, began a hunger strike to protest his prolonged detention without trial
Africa Uganda The last eight patients recovering from an Ebola outbreak declared last month have been discharged; World Health Organisation described the recoveries as a milestone reflecting Uganda's rapid response to the epidemic
Africa Uganda The Butabika Psychiatric Hospital is raising the alarm about a deep mental health crisis impacting communities across the country, where young people under the age of 17 are particularly affected, mainly due to drug and alcohol abuse
Africa Uganda Uganda's micro, small and medium-sized enterprises account for as much as 90% of the private sector, employing over 3 million people; despite this key role, the sector faces systemic challenges that stifle its growth potential
Africa Uganda The state-owned Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited will take control of electricity distribution from Umeme, marking the end of the latter's 20-year concession on 1 April 2025