Uganda
Tracked across 40 events · 713 articles · First seen Feb 02, 2025 · Last active May 28, 2026
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Yoweri Museveni, 81, has been sworn in for his seventh consecutive term as President of Uganda, extending his nearly 40-year rule until 2031. His victory in the January elections was disputed by main rival Bobi…
Impact: Uganda is experiencing political instability following a disputed presidential election, with its long-serving president Yoweri Museveni extending his rule. The country faces international criticism regarding human rights and democratic processes, and has passed a controversial Sovereignty Bill.
May 12, 2026 · 12 articles
Domestic
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, 81, has been sworn in for another five-year term, extending his 40-year rule. This event is overshadowed by the increasing influence of his son, army chief Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who is…
Impact: Uganda is experiencing a political transition with its long-serving president, Yoweri Museveni, being sworn in for another term while his son, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, emerges as the de facto leader, raising concerns about democratic processes and stability.
May 12, 2026 · 9 articles
Accidents
Impact: Uganda experienced a severe road accident on one of its busiest highways, resulting in numerous fatalities. This event highlights ongoing issues with road safety in Uganda.
Oct 22, 2025 · 7 articles
Accidents
The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda are experiencing confirmed Ebola outbreaks. The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported 65 deaths out of 246 suspected cases in its Ituri province, while Uganda confirmed…
Impact: Uganda has confirmed an Ebola outbreak after a Congolese man died in Kampala of Ebola Bundibugyo.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
Accidents
The World Health Organization has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a 'public health emergency of international concern.' The current epidemic is caused by the Bundibugyo ebolavirus, for…
Impact: Uganda is also affected by the Ebola outbreak, with confirmed cases and deaths, and is considered at high risk for further spread due to its border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
May 17, 2026 · 6 articles
International
The World Health Organization has declared an Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern, following a rapid increase in cases and deaths. The outbreak, primarily…
Impact: Uganda has reported confirmed cases and deaths linked to the Ebola outbreak, including in its capital Uganda — Kampala, indicating cross-border spread from Democratic Republic of the Congo.
May 17, 2026 · 158 articles
Accidents
Impact: Uganda is the nation where the tragic nursery school attack occurred, leading to a slight negative impact on its general perception due to the violence.
Apr 02, 2026 · 8 articles
Accidents
A new Ebola outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, has been reported in the Ituri province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with at least 87 deaths and 336 suspected cases. Congolese Health Minister…
Impact: Uganda confirmed an imported Ebola case from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, leading to a death in Kampala. The country is at high risk for further spread due to its proximity to affected areas.
May 16, 2026 · 29 articles
Domestic
Impact: Uganda was added to the United Kingdom — Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office's methanol poisoning warning list, potentially affecting its tourism industry.
Oct 21, 2025 · 7 articles
Business
Thunes and Vodacom — Vodacom Tanzania have partnered to launch the M-Pesa Global Payment solution, enabling Vodacom — Vodacom Tanzania customers to make seamless cross-border payments to merchants in Uganda and China directly from their…
Impact: Uganda is a key trading partner for Tanzania, and this new payment solution will streamline trade between the two nations.
May 05, 2026 · 6 articles
Accidents
A new Ebola outbreak has been confirmed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo's remote Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province, marking the country's 17th outbreak since 1976. The United States — Centers…
Impact: Uganda is concerned about the cross-border spread of Ebola due to its proximity to Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province and has reported an imported case in Kampala. It is participating in coordination meetings with the United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
May 15, 2026 · 58 articles
Accidents
A new Ebola outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain has been confirmed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, resulting in 80 deaths and 246 suspected…
Impact: Uganda confirmed an imported case of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, highlighting the risk of regional spread due to high population movement.
May 16, 2026 · 16 articles
Accidents
A new Ebola outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain has emerged in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with its health minister, Roger Kamba, warning of a very high lethality rate (up to 50%) and no…
Impact: Uganda has reported one death from the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, a national of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, highlighting the cross-border risk of spread.
May 16, 2026 · 9 articles
Accidents
A confirmed Ebola Virus Disease outbreak has been reported in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths. Preliminary laboratory results from France…
Impact: Uganda is at risk of further spread of the Ebola outbreak due to its proximity to affected areas in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and intense population movement. Uganda is participating in a high-level coordination meeting to address cross-border preparedness.
May 15, 2026 · 6 articles
Accidents
A new Ebola outbreak, the 17th in Democratic Republic of the Congo, has been confirmed in Ituri province, with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths. The United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Impact: Uganda confirmed an imported case of Ebola Bundibugyo from Democratic Republic of the Congo, leading to increased cross-border surveillance and preparedness efforts.
May 15, 2026 · 41 articles
Accidents
The World Health Organization has declared an international health emergency due to an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, specifically the Bundibugyo strain for which no vaccine exists. The outbreak has resulted…
Impact: Uganda has reported a death from the Ebola outbreak and has postponed a major religious festival to prevent further spread, indicating a regional impact of the disease.
May 17, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Impact: Uganda is one of 36 countries that could face a full or partial travel ban if it does not address U.S. concerns within 60 days.
Jun 15, 2025 · 7 articles
International
This event covers a range of significant developments. In U.S. politics, Donald Trump's endorsement helped Julia Letlow advance in Louisiana's Republican Senate primary, while incumbent Bill Cassidy was eliminated. Trump also announced a joint U.S.-Nigerian…
Impact: Uganda is affected by the Ebola outbreak declared a public health emergency by the World Health Organization.
May 16, 2026 · 21 articles
Accidents
An Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo strain in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has resulted in 88 deaths and 336 suspected cases. The World Health Organization has declared it an international health emergency,…
Impact: Uganda has confirmed a death of a Congolese national due to the Ebola outbreak, indicating cross-border spread.
May 17, 2026 · 14 articles
Tech
Impact: Uganda was one of the countries where a rigorous study on lenacapavir's effectiveness in women and teen girls was conducted, showing no HIV infections in those receiving the shot.
Jun 18, 2025 · 7 articles
International
This collection of articles covers a range of significant global and domestic events. Key international developments include Donald Trump weighing an arms package for Taiwan after discussions with Xi Jinping, the United States — United…
Impact: Uganda confirmed one 'imported' case of Ebola in a Congolese man who died in Kampala, leading to quarantine measures for contacts.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
Business
Impact: MTN Uganda shareholders approved their own separation in July 2025, but the process has not yet concluded.
Apr 02, 2026 · 7 articles
International
A militia attack by the Cooperative for the Development of Congo (Codeco) killed at least 69 people in Ituri province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, on April 28. These attacks were retaliatory, following an earlier…
Impact: Uganda borders the Ituri province and is the origin of the Syrian Democratic Forces rebels.
May 09, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Impact: Uganda recently received eight people from different African countries who were deported from the United States.
Apr 03, 2026 · 24 articles
International
Nigeria has assumed the chairmanship of the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC) for May 2026. This marks Nigeria's return to the leadership of the 15-member body for the first time since December 2022.…
Impact: Uganda is a current member of the African Union Peace and Security Council.
May 01, 2026 · 7 articles
Business
Rubis announced strong Q1 2026 performance, with significant growth in its energy distribution activities, particularly in Retail & Marketing, and accelerating expansion in renewable electricity production through its subsidiary Photosol. The company reported a 12%…
Impact: Uganda recorded significant fuel volume growth for Rubis, reflecting continued network expansion.
May 05, 2026 · 6 articles
International
This collection of articles covers a wide range of global and domestic events. Geopolitically, there are ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States, with Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, stating a lack of trust…
Impact: Uganda confirmed an Ebola case that was imported from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
May 16, 2026 · 7 articles
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Uganda maintains active infrastructure and trade ties with the Democratic Republ
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo shares a critical border with Uganda, curre
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Uganda maintains strong economic and security ties with South Sudan, serving as
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South Sudan relies heavily on Uganda as a primary trade route, source of imports
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