
Uganda
11 Ugandan newspapers in the directory
Print media in this East African nation dates back to the early twentieth century and centers around the capital, Kampala. The market is primarily led by two major English dailies: New Vision, a government-owned broadsheet established in 1986, and Daily Monitor, an independent paper operated by the Nation Media Group. The independently owned bi-weekly The Observer provides alternative reporting, while Red Pepper circulates as a prominent daily tabloid. Beyond English editions, the highly popular state-owned Luganda-language daily Bukedde maintains significant rural and urban readership across the central region. Paperboy indexes 11 Ugandan newspapers — browse the full directory below.
Compiled by Paperboy editorial · Updated 2026-06-01
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Acholi Times
Gulu, Gulu
Based in Gulu, this publication serves as a vital source of local news and regional reporting for the Acholi sub-region of Northern Uganda. It is notable for its dedicated focus on community-specific issues, post-conflict development, and the unique socio-political narratives of the people living in the aftermath of the Lord's Resistance Army insurgency.
Bukedde
Kampala, Kampala
Bukedde is a daily Luganda newspaper based in Kampala, Uganda. Established in 1994 and owned by the Vision Group, it provides extensive coverage of local news, entertainment, and cultural stories. It is one of the most widely read publications serving the Luganda-speaking community across the country.
Kawowo Sports
Entebbe, Wakiso
Established in 2009, this digital publication serves as a leading source for comprehensive sports news and analysis across Uganda and the wider East African region. It is recognized for its extensive coverage of local football leagues, national team activities, and the diverse achievements of Ugandan athletes on the international stage.
London Cranes Media
Kampala, Kampala
Focusing on Ugandan affairs and the diaspora, this digital publication provides analytical news coverage that bridges local developments with international perspectives. It is notable for its commitment to investigative journalism and its role as a platform for critical discourse on socio-political issues affecting the East African region.
Monitor
Kampala, Kampala
The Daily Monitor is a leading independent English-language newspaper in Uganda. Established in 1992, it provides comprehensive coverage of national news, politics, business, and sports. Owned by the Nation Media Group, the publication is known for its investigative journalism and diverse editorial perspectives within the East African region.
New Vision
Kampala, Kampala
As Uganda’s leading state-owned daily newspaper, this publication serves as a primary source of national news, politics, and business coverage for a broad readership. Established in 1986, it maintains a significant influence on the country's public discourse through its extensive distribution network and long-standing presence as a pillar of Ugandan media.
Orumuru
Mbarara, Mbarara
Orumuri is a Ugandan news publication based in Mbarara, primarily serving the Western region. Traditionally published in Runyankole-Rukiga, it provides coverage of regional politics, health, business, and lifestyle content. The digital platform offers news updates and travel insights for readers interested in developments within the Ankole sub-region.
Red Pepper
Kampala, Kampala
Red Pepper is a Ugandan daily tabloid based in Kampala. Established in 2001, it is known for its sensationalist coverage, celebrity gossip, and political scandals. It provides news on local current affairs, entertainment, and sports, often presented with a provocative editorial style that targets a mass-market audience.
The Independent
Kampala, Kampala
Founded by veteran journalist Andrew Mwenda, this influential Ugandan publication is widely recognized for its rigorous investigative reporting and critical analysis of national politics, business, and policy. It serves as a prominent source of independent commentary for the country's political elite, intellectuals, and decision-makers.
The Observer
Kampala, Kampala
Established in 2004, this independent Ugandan publication is widely recognized for its investigative journalism and critical analysis of national politics and social issues. It serves as a prominent voice in the East African media landscape, catering to an educated audience that values rigorous reporting beyond the mainstream state-aligned narrative.
Uganda Correspondent
Kampala, Kampala
Uganda Correspondent is an online news publication based in Kampala, Uganda. It provides coverage of national news, politics, and social issues, alongside broader reporting on African affairs. The platform features analysis, opinion pieces, and investigative stories aimed at providing a deeper understanding of the Ugandan context.
