Latest news in Uganda? September 22nd, 2026

Key news and developments reported in Uganda around September 22, 2026:

• Petroleum Authority Leadership Transition: Fred Kabanda was appointed as the new Executive Director of the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), taking over from longtime chief Ernest Rubondo. Kabanda will oversee the Lake Albert basin developments leading toward commercial oil production.

  Africa Oil+Gas Report+ 1

• Support for Green Businesses: France and the Stanbic Business Incubator announced an expanded partnership to fund, train, and scale women- and youth-led green enterprises across the country.

  The Independent Uganda

• Central Bank Borrowing Warnings: Bank of Uganda Governor Michael Atingi-Ego cautioned against excessive government domestic borrowing, warning that it could drive interest rates higher and crowd out private-sector credit.

  Parliament of Uganda

• Diplomatic & Defense Developments: Bilateral defense cooperation between Uganda and Turkey faced scrutiny following regional disagreements concerning Somalia.

  Middle East Eye

• Preparations for Tooro Kingdom Coronation: In Fort Portal, preparations advanced for the upcoming coronation of Crown King Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I following the passing of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, with palace officials issuing cultural guidelines for public food and livestock contributions.

  The Independent Uganda