Uber shuts down operations in Nigeria, Uganda with immediate effect
The exit marks a major change for commuters and drivers who have relied on the platform, particularly in Nigeria, where Uber had spent more than a decade expanding its services.
The exit marks a major change for commuters and drivers who have relied on the platform, particularly in Nigeria, where Uber had spent more than a decade expanding its services.
The agreement marks a new phase in relations between Senegal and the IMF after the lender suspended an earlier $1.8 billion programme in 2024.
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) chairman Ola Olukoyede made the disclosure while reviewing the agency’s work since he assumed office in October 2023.
Speaking after the swearing-in ceremony, President Hassan congratulated Ndejembi and challenged him to use his new position to build wisdom and sound judgement as he takes on the responsibilities that come with...
Katungi Michael Mpeirwe, a retired lieutenant in the Ugandan army, faces charges in the US over an alleged international arms-trafficking operation targeting criminal groups, including the Cartel de Jalisco Nue...
The return of normal activity in the capital remains difficult, however, with many residents still trying to rebuild their lives after the conflict forced millions to flee.
Winnie said her 70-year-old husband was transferred from the prison after dark to the Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC) off Entebbe Road, about 10 kilometres from Kampala.
Uganda has played a major role in efforts to support Somali security forces in their fight against al-Shabaab, the al-Qaeda-linked militant group, through successive African Union missions.
All 324 lawmakers who participated in Friday’s vote supported Ndejembi’s nomination, with none voting against him and no spoilt ballots recorded.
The government described the reported abuses as "crimes and serious violations of human rights and international humanitarian law committed against civilians" and accused M23 of continuing actions that have wor...
The changes were announced on August 27, 2026, through a statement from Chief Secretary Ambassador Moses Kusiluka and signed by State House Director of Communications Bakari Machumu.
CCM Secretary-General Dr Asha-Rose Migiro announced Nchimbi’s removal at around 10:30pm on Wednesday, saying the party had established that he had gone against its Constitution and internal regulations.