MTN Uganda has committed Shs 500 million to fund 25 community projects under the fourth phase of its MTN Changemakers Initiative, according to The Observer. The projects will focus on health, education, water and sanitation, environmental sustainability, and economic empowerment. Applications are being managed through the MTN Foundation, the telecommunications company's corporate social responsibility arm, and remain open for a limited period.

More than 100,000 Ugandans took part in the 15th annual Rotary Cancer Run, raising Shs5 billion for the Nsambya Cancer Centre, according to Business Times. The event forms part of a broader effort in Uganda's fight against cancer, with public institutions, private organisations and communities increasing investment in specialised treatment infrastructure. The run, held in Uganda, mobilised widespread community participation to support cancer care development in the country.

During the celebration of International Women’s Day 2026 in Uganda, Kayunga District emphasized the urgent issue of lacking a functional ambulance at Bbaale Health Centre IV, which endangers the lives of expectant mothers. The event, themed "Scaling up Investment to Accelerate Access to Justice for All Women and Girls," highlighted maternal health concerns while health workers pointed out the critical infrastructure gap affecting emergency services.

Team Uganda has received a boost in its preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games through a donation of Tooke nutritional products from the Banana Industrial Research and Development Centre (BIRDC). The donation includes various Ugandan-made items such as Power Cookies, Sportsman Biscuits, milkshake, Tooke infusions, and Tooke porridge flour, which will support the national teams ahead of the event.

The Ugandan Embassy in Ethiopia has initiated a campaign to attract Ethiopian athletes and tourists to the 2026 Tusker Rwenzori Marathon. This effort included a promotional run at Entoto Park, which saw participation from over 500 individuals, including runners, tourism professionals, journalists, and diplomats. This event is part of a larger strategy to promote the marathon and enhance tourism connections between Uganda and Ethiopia.

On July 4, 2026, the Kampala Hash House Harriers (KH3) will host the annual 'KH3 Kampala Jinja Relay,' also known as the 'Ultimate Beerful Relay,' supported by Tusker Lite. The event will begin at 6 am from the Kira Town Council roundabout and is expected to feature approximately 600 runners competing in 30 teams over a distance of 96 kilometers.