Makerere University has released its admission lists for the academic year set to commence in August, amid rising concern over the growing number of high-performing students missing out on government-sponsored placements. The release follows a recent meeting of the Admissions Board, which deliberated on the selection of candidates for this year’s highly competitive intake. According […]

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has brushed aside concerns over rising fuel prices, telling motorists who cannot afford to drive to simply stay at home, while signalling that leisure travel is not a government priority. Speaking at the Africa We Build Summit 2026, Museveni said his recent discussions with William Ruto focused less on pump prices […]

Several high-performing students have been denied admission to Makerere University and other public universities, Daily Star has learned, raising concerns over the growing competitiveness of government-sponsored placements. The exclusion comes despite strong performances in the most recent Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) examinations, where many candidates posted top grades. Currently, the Uganda has 11 […]

The High Court has ruled that Christopher Okello Onyum, the prime suspect in the Ggaba children killings, has a case to answer. The ruling was delivered by Justice Alice Komuhangi Khauka, who noted that the prosecution had closed its case after presenting evidence against the accused. “The prosecution produced 17 witnesses in support of their […]

With just three weeks remaining to the end of its five-year term, the 12th Parliament of Uganda has been marked by a series of painful losses, with at least eight legislators dying while still in office. The deaths, caused by a mix of gun violence, complications from minor surgeries, high blood pressure, cancer, heart attacks, […]

The Commercial Division of the High Court has ordered Airtel Uganda Limited to pay Shs 1.09 billion in additional taxes arising from the importation of telecommunications equipment. In a ruling delivered by Justice Stephen Mubiru, the court upheld the Uganda Revenue Authority’s (URA) decision to reassess the value of imported equipment after questioning the declared […]

A knife suspected to have been used in the murder of four toddlers in Ggaba has been presented in court, with forensic evidence linking it to the prime suspect, Christopher Okello Onyum. Appearing before  judge Justice Alice Komuhangi KhaukaTestifying, ASP Harelimana Bernabas, a forensic biologist attached to the Directorate of Forensic Services, presented findings from 40 […]

The Parliament of Uganda has paid tribute to the late Kalangala District Woman Member of Parliament, Hellen Nakimuli, whose body is lying in state. Nakimuli died on Sunday following a minor surgical procedure at Alexandria Specialized Hospital along Yusuf Lule Road in Kampala. She reportedly passed away shortly after undergoing what had initially been described […]

Parliament has approved a series of tax amendments introducing new levies and adjusting existing rates on selected goods and services, as government seeks to raise additional revenue to finance public expenditure in the 2026/27 financial year. The approved bills include the Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026; the Stamp Duty (Amendment) Bill, 2026; the External […]

Former Minister of Works and Transport in Uganda, Monica Azuba, has passed away, Daily Star has learned. Details surrounding her death remain scanty. Azuba, a respected Ugandan engineer and public servant, was appointed Minister of Works and Transport on June 6, 2016, replacing John Byabagambi, who was moved to the Ministry for Karamoja Affairs. She […]

Government has stepped up efforts to bridge the gap between extension workers and farmers, with Vice President Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Alupo flagging off a fleet of 109 vehicles and 1,034 motorcycles to boost agricultural service delivery across Uganda. The equipment, distributed to 69 districts under the Uganda Climate Smart Agricultural Transformation Project (UCSATP), is expected […]

The Electoral Commission of Uganda says it is on standby, waiting for formal communication from Parliament before it can issue a roadmap for a by-election in Kalangala District following the death of Woman MP-elect Hellen Nakimuli. Electoral Commission Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama said the Commission cannot take any action until it receives an official notice […]

The thirteenth prosecution witness, Emmanuel Odong, attached to the Directorate of ICT, testified in court about the movements of a Toyota RAV4 that Ggaba murder suspect Christopher Okello Onyum was driving before allegedly killing four toddlers. Court was shown CCTV footage capturing the suspect on April 1, 2026, traveling to and from the scene in […]

Kalangala District Woman MP, Hellen Nakimuli, passed away yesterday at Alexandria Specialized Hospital along Yusuf Lule Road in Kampala. Nakimuli died shortly after undergoing what had initially been reported as a successful surgical operation. Earlier, the promising legislator had driven herself to the health facility for the procedure. According to her personal assistant, only identified […]

Kalangala District Woman Member of Parliament Hellen Nakimuli has passed on, Daily Star can reliably report. Nakimuli died earlier today, though details surrounding her death were not immediately clear. Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu aka Bobi Wine, the president of the National Unity Platform (NUP) however said the died afterafter an unsuccessful surgery. Nakimuli was born on […]

An unidentified masked gunman shot dead former New Vision journalist Joe Nam at his home in Nabweru in the early hours of last night. The attack occurred at around 1:00 am, according to preliminary reports. The assailant reportedly fled the scene immediately after the shooting, and no arrests had been made by the time of […]

Fresh questions have emerged over the government’s commitment to innovation after it was revealed that Shs46 billion allocated to the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) has remained unutilised for two consecutive financial years. The concerns, raised by Parliament’s Budget Committee, follow findings by the Committee on Presidential Affairs that funds released in the […]

The suspect in the Ggaba daycare killings, Christopher Onyum Okello, disclosed a history of mental illness during a medical examination, court heard on Thursday. Dr Emmanuel Nuwamanya, the Deputy Director of Police Health Services, testified that during his assessment of the accused on April 7, 2026, Okello reported having previously suffered from a mental condition […]

Uganda has begun the rollout of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable drug administered every six months to prevent HIV infection among people at substantial risk. The rollout in Lira follows the arrival of Uganda’s first consignment of 19,200 doses supplied through the Global Fund, marking a significant milestone in the country’s HIV prevention efforts. According to […]

Ggaba Early Childhood Development Centre murder suspect Christopher Okello Onyum is of sound mind but has a medical history of sickle cell disease, court has heard. Testifying before court, Dr. Charles Kajoba from Murchison Bay Upper Prison said the accused has a known history of sickle cell but is currently in a stable mental condition […]

Uganda has launched a major shift in its digital infrastructure strategy with the rollout of the National Internet Protocol Exchange (NIPX), a system expected to keep internet traffic within the country, cut costs, and improve the speed of online services. The platform, developed under the National Information Technology Authority–Uganda (National Information Technology Authority Uganda), is […]

Retired Major General Matayo Kyaligonza has fronted his son, Philip Kyaligonza, to replace his late brother Banura Peter as Kikuube District chairperson. Banura died following a road accident at Butyamba village in Kikuube Town Council, where he was knocked by a speeding Toyota Hiace taxi, commonly referred to as a “drone.” Police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke […]

The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has dropped Mawokota South MP Yusuf Nsibambi as its parliamentary whip following his defection to the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM).  He has been replaced by Soroti Woman MP Ann Adeke. Speaker of Parliament Anita Among announced the changes, dismissing claims from some opposition legislators that Nsibambi was confused […]

Government has unveiled an ambitious financing plan exceeding Shs1 trillion to accelerate Uganda’s preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with major investments targeting sports infrastructure, transport, health services and hospitality. Presenting a statement to Parliament, Minister of State for Sports Peter Ogwang said the preparations are being implemented through a coordinated, whole-of-government […]