The Sunrise Newspaper

An aircraft operated by CityLink Aviation has crashed near Juba, South Sudan, killing all 14 people on board. Authorities say poor weather may have caused the crash. #aviationnews sunrise.ug/aviation/20260…

The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has directed tour & travel companies to stop engaging in labour recruitment and export services. Only licensed firms under the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development are permitted to offer such services. #Tourism sunrise.ug/tourism/202604…

Uganda has introduced a major reform in early childhood education, banning nursery schools & kindergartens from operating daycare centres under the new ECCE policy. The government says the move will improve standards, quality, & child development outcomes.sunrise.ug/news/education…

Thousands of Ugandans gathered at Kololo Independence Grounds for the 52nd birthday charity run of Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, supporting orphans and persons with disabilities. #mkat52 #updf sunrise.ug/security/20260…

Uganda's first bone marrow transplant patient has been discharged from the Uganda Cancer Institute after beating multiple myeloma. A major breakthrough for local cancer care, with experts saying world-class treatment is now possible at home. #UCI sunrise.ug/news/health/20…

Integrity is key in Uganda’s fight against HIV/AIDS. Deputy IGG Anne Twino has urged the Uganda AIDS Commission to strengthen transparency and fight stigma, especially as HIV infections remain high among young people. sunrise.ug/news/health/20…

Uganda’s PSST Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi has invited UK investors to bring capital & technical expertise as Uganda pushes its tenfold growth strategy. The country aims to create 500,000 jobs annually and build a $500B economy by 2040.sunrise.ug/finance/202604…

Uganda nears oil production as the sector expands, with over $2.3B in contracts awarded, thousands of jobs created, and major projects like EACOP advancing. #UgandaOil #Energy #EACOP sunrise.ug/oil-and-gas/20…

Parliament of Uganda today received the body of former Kalangala Woman Member of Parliament Hon. Helen Nakimuli. The casket was received at Parliament by Speaker Anita Among, together with Members of Parliament who gathered to pay their respects. sunrise.ug/news/parliamen…

Uganda’s Inter-Schools Coding Competition (ISCC) met with Dr. Aminah Zawedde, the ICT Ministry Permanent Secretary, and Mr. Alan Kasujja, Executive Director, Uganda Media Centre to discuss expanding coding & digital skills in schools across the country. sunrise.ug/news/education…

Uganda has launched Postcom, aimed at boosting digital trade & empowering MSMEs. The platform will enable Ugandans to buy and sell goods and services online, with delivery supported through Posta Uganda’s nationwide network. sunrise.ug/tech-and-commu…

Uganda’s fuel supply remains stable. @MEMD_Uganda & UNOC confirm sufficient petrol, diesel, & jet fuel stocks, with large shipments arriving from May to June. Authorities say there is NO shortage risk & urge the public to avoid panic buying. #FuelUpdate sunrise.ug/oil-and-gas/20…

Uganda has sworn in new members of the Tax Appeals Tribunal to strengthen tax dispute resolution, fairness, and transparency in tax administration. Hon. Justice Geoffrey Kiryabwire urged integrity and sound judgment in delivering tax justice. sunrise.ug/law/202604/uga…

The Bank of Uganda has launched a 3-year pilot Domestic Gold Purchase Programme to strengthen Uganda’s foreign exchange reserves by buying domestically mined gold. Test purchases began on 17 April 2026. sunrise.ug/finance-and-ba…

A CAF delegation has arrived in Kampala for a key two-day AFCON 2027 planning workshop bringing together PAMOJA host nations to strengthen coordination ahead of the tournament. Focus areas include infrastructure, security, finance, & operations. #afcon2027 sunrise.ug/news/sports/20…