The Supreme Court has ordered Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) to pay Shs 100 million in general damages to a woman who was recruited but never deployed for duty. The case stems from a 2012 recruitment process conducted by the Public Service Commission, which had advertised vacant positions at KCCA. Tusiime Doreen applied for the […]

President Yoweri Museveni has endorsed veteran diplomat Olara Otunnu for the position of United Nations Secretary-General, describing him as a candidate with the experience, integrity and diplomatic credentials to lead the global body. Museveni made the remarks during a meeting with ambassadors representing members of the United Nations Security Council at State House Entebbe, where […]

At least 14 people have died following a fatal road crash in Lwera swamp in Kalungu District along the Kampala–Masaka highway. According to Kasirye Twaha, the  RegionalPolice Spokesperson Greater Masaka, the accident occurred on the night of August 3, 2026, at around 11:00pm at Kamunga Trading Centre. The crash involved a Toyota Hiace taxi, registration […]

The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) has deregistered 90,000 companies that failed to comply with statutory filing requirements, in a move aimed at cleaning up Uganda’s companies register. In a public notice dated August 3, 2026, the Registrar of Companies said the affected firms had not applied for restoration after being struck off the register […]

The High Court has convicted nine accused persons in the kidnap and murder of businesswoman Susan Magara, ruling that the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt. The convicts were found guilty of kidnap with intent to procure a ransom and the consequent murder. Court adjourned the matter to tomorrow for allocutus and sentencing. Those […]

Magara, 28, was in February 2023 kidnapped by unknown assailants on her way home in Lungujja, Lubaga Division, tortured for three weeks and killed after her agonizing family paid ransom of over Shs700 million. In October 2023, the Court kicked off the examination of state witnesses who included Yusuf Muhindo, a senior Hansard editor at […]

President Yoweri Museveni has warned of a potential security threat involving a young man he identified as Nuwagaba Stephen, describing the situation as a “siege” on State House and the country’s security agencies. In a statement, Museveni said Nuwagaba whom he described as being in his mid-twenties had previously sought refuge under his protection after […]

The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has appointed Brig Gen Asaph Mweteise Nyakikuru as the acting commander of the Special Forces Command (SFC). Nyakikuru has also been elevated to the acting rank of major general with immediate effect. The appointment was confirmed by Col Chris Magezi, the acting director of defence public information […]

DHL Express and Absa Group have signed a memorandum of understanding to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Sub-Saharan Africa to expand into cross-border trade and drive sustainable growth. The partnership, signed in Johannesburg, will be implemented under DHL’s GoTrade initiative, a programme designed to help SMEs overcome barriers to international trade and participate […]

The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala, has directed the Clerk to Parliament, Adolf Mwesige, to immediately interdict seven senior officials over alleged corruption. The directive follows ongoing criminal proceedings against the officials, who are currently on remand at Luzira Prison after being arraigned before the Anti-Corruption Court on July 1, […]

The High court has dismissed an application by businessman Dr Matthias Magoola seeking orders for reconciliation and audit of his loan and current accounts held with Equity Bank Uganda. In her ruling, Justice Susan Abinyo found that the application lacked merit and would delay the disposal of the main suit. “Accordingly, this court finds that […]

Parliament has vetted Juma Witonze Kisekka as minister-designate of state for Internal Affairs, following his appointment by President Yoweri Museveni earlier this week. Witonze replaces Lawrence Muganga, who was dropped from the position amid questions surrounding his citizenship status, sparking public debate on eligibility for senior government office. The appointment comes as part of ongoing […]

The High Court in Kampala has dismissed a bail application filed by remand prisoner Erias Lukwago, ruling that he failed to present a medical report certified by a Uganda Prisons Service medical officer to support his claim that his deteriorating health could not be adequately managed while in custody.   In a ruling delivered by […]

Uganda Airlines is grappling with internal tensions and a stalled Shs 3 billion probe into its public relations expenditure, amid sweeping management changes at the national carrier. The shake-up follows the February 2026 departure of former chief executive officer Jennifer Bamuturaki, which triggered shifts within both the board and senior management. Sources within the airline […]

Former Butambala County MP Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi has been remanded to Kitalya prison following 19 days incommunicado after his arrest. Kivumbi was on Wednesday produced before Butambala Magistrate’s court, where he was charged with inciting violence and holding an unlawful assembly. He had earlier been held at Nateete police station after his arrest on his […]

Former presidential candidate Dr Kizza Besigye collapsed in court today, prompting an abrupt halt to proceedings.  Court officials temporarily suspended the session to allow medical attention and give time for his recovery. Details about his condition were not immediately available by press time. Meanwhile, the prosecution has lined up a number of high-profile witnesses, including […]

Former East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) aspirant Mugerwa Abdallar Hamtono has petitioned Speaker of Parliament Jacob Oboth, protesting the Clerk to Parliament’s decision to reject his nomination papers. Mugerwa, who sought to represent Uganda at the regional assembly, argues that the refusal to receive his nomination denied him the opportunity to participate in a lawful […]

The Ministry of Health has declared Uganda Ebola-free following the successful completion of the mandatory 42-day monitoring period after the last confirmed case. The countdown began on June 16, 2026, when the last patient—a locally transmitted case—was discharged. No new infections were recorded during the period, meeting the criteria for declaring the end of the […]

Nation Media Group (NMG) will resume operations in Uganda following authorisation by President Yoweri Museveni, its majority shareholder, Taifa Group, has announced. The development marks a significant step for media operations in Uganda and is expected to strengthen regional investment and East African integration. Through its subsidiary, Taarifa Limited, Taifa Group holds a majority stake […]

Journalist Solomon Sserwanjja has been elected Local Council One (LC1) chairperson for Bamutakudde village in Kyampisi sub-county, Mukono district, after defeating his closest rival by a single vote in a tightly contested election. Results from the Tuesday polls show that Sserwanjja garnered 106 votes, narrowly edging National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Badru Lule, who secured […]

President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Juma Witonze Kisekka as the new Minister of State for Internal Affairs, Daily Star has learned. Kisekka’s appointment comes amid changes within the ministry, following the removal of Lawrence Muganga over questions surrounding his citizenship status. Sources indicate that the appointment is part of ongoing efforts to streamline leadership within […]

The Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala has issued a warrant of arrest against Stella Itute, the office supervisor in the sergeant-at-arms department at Parliament, to answer charges related to the alleged embezzlement of parliamentary funds. The warrant was issued by Grade One magistrate Esther Asiimwe, as investigations into a multi-billion shilling fraud at Parliament continue to […]

The High Court has ordered government to pay Shs10 million in compensation to Kengo Ismail for violating his constitutional right to personal liberty after he was detained beyond the mandatory 48 hours without being produced in court. In his ruling, justice Collins Acellam found that Kengo’s prolonged detention by police contravened Article 23(4) of the […]

Uganda Airlines has placed its first-ever order with Boeing for eight aircraft, including four 737-8 and four 787-9 Dreamliner jets, in a move aimed at expanding and modernising its fleet. The national carrier said the acquisition will support growing demand across its regional and international network, while strengthening its long-term growth strategy. “This commitment with […]