Uganda news now

Here are some of the latest news stories from Uganda:

Politics

• President Yoweri Museveni has appointed a new Inspector General of Police, Martin Okoth Ochola, replacing Kale Kayihura who was sacked last week. (Source: Daily Monitor)
• The opposition Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has announced that its leader, Kizza Besigye, will not contest in the 2021 presidential elections. (Source: The Observer)

Economy

• The Uganda Shilling has continued to weaken against major currencies, with the exchange rate now standing at UGX 3,500 to the US dollar. (Source: New Vision)
• The government has launched a new initiative to promote local production and reduce imports, with a focus on industries such as textiles and leather. (Source: Daily Monitor)

Health

• The Ministry of Health has reported a surge in cases of cholera in several districts, with 14 deaths reported so far. (Source: The Observer)
• The government has launched a new campaign to promote vaccination against measles and rubella, with a goal of vaccinating 80% of children under the age of 15. (Source: New Vision)

Security

• The police have launched an investigation into the murder of a 25-year-old woman who was found dead in her home in Kampala. (Source: Daily Monitor)
• The army has launched a new operation to combat cattle rustling in the Karamoja region, with a goal of reducing the number of cattle stolen. (Source: The Observer)

Sports

• The Uganda Cranes have qualified for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Tanzania 3-0 in a playoff match. (Source: New Vision)
• The Uganda Premier League has been suspended indefinitely due to a dispute between the league organizers and the Uganda Football Association. (Source: Daily Monitor)

Other News

• The government has launched a new initiative to promote tourism in the country, with a focus on promoting cultural and wildlife tourism. (Source: The Observer)
• The Kampala Capital City Authority has launched a new campaign to promote waste management and reduce littering in the city. (Source: Daily Monitor)