Latest news in Uganda? September 17th, 2026

The primary news developments in Uganda for September 17, 2026:

• Energy & Infrastructure: President Yoweri Museveni presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for the Kampala Storage Terminal (KST) in Namwabula, Mpigi District. The US$310 million project, developed by the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC), will hold up to 320 million litres of petroleum products to secure national fuel reserves and connect via pipeline to the planned oil refinery in Hoima.

  The Independent Uganda+ 1

• Economy & Banking: The Bank of Uganda raised the cash reserve ratio for commercial banks to curb pressure on the Ugandan shilling, which slid to a two-year low against major currencies.

  CNBC Africa

• Regional Trade: Uganda and South Sudan signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at deepening bilateral customs cooperation, streamlining cross-border logistics, and curbing illicit trade along key transit corridors.

  Radio Tamazuj

• Urban Planning: Authorities announced plans to begin the phased demolition and redevelopment of dilapidated, non-compliant commercial structures deemed unfit for main streets across Kampala and surrounding urban centers.

• Sports: CAF President Patrice Motsepe reaffirmed that the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) remains on track to be co-hosted across Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania.