Amid the thunder of 21-gun salutes and tightly choreographed military precision, President Yoweri Tibuhaburwa Kaguta Museveni was sworn in for a seventh term, extending his decades-long grip on Uganda’s highest office following the January elections. The ceremony unfolded with symbolism, protocol, and spectacle, underscoring both continuity and control as the long-serving leader renewed his oath […]

The family of the late Kalangala District Woman Member of Parliament, Hellen Nakimuli, has endorsed her sister Irene Nampala to contest for the vacant parliamentary seat ahead of the upcoming by election. Nakimuli passed away last month at Alexandria Specialized Hospital along Yusuf Lule Road in Kampala, shortly after undergoing what was initially described as […]

Buganda Road Chief Magistrate Rophine Achayo has remanded five police officers and three private security guards over their alleged involvement in the break-in at the Bank of Uganda headquarters. The suspects were charged with neglect of duty to prevent a felony and were subsequently remanded to Luzira Prison pending further investigations. The accused include Sergeant […]

State prosecutors in the murder trial of businesswoman Molly Katanga on Monday revealed to the High Court in Kampala that she allegedly killed her husband, businessman Henry Katanga, in a calculated fight over wealth and property. The dramatic claims emerged as prosecution lawyers concluded their cross-examination of Molly Katanga, who has consistently denied murdering her […]

The planned retirement of 1,863 officers from the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) is being presented as routine, another phase in a structured exit programme. But behind the numbers lies a deeper, carefully managed transition that is steadily reshaping the power architecture of Uganda’s military. At the centre of this shift is former Chief of […]

Yoweri Tibuhaburwa Museveni will on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, be sworn in for a seventh term as President of Uganda, extending his decades-long rule. The swearing-in ceremony will be presided over by Chief Justice Flavian Zeija at Kololo Independence Grounds. “I, Yoweri Tibuhaburwa Museveni, swear in the name of the Almighty God that I shall […]

At least two suspects have been arrested in connection with a break-in at the Bank of Uganda headquarters in Kampala, police have confirmed. The arrests were announced by police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke, who said the suspects were picked up following an intelligence-led operation. Investigators say the incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, with […]

The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Ruth Sentamu Nankabirwa, has set a 30 to 100-day timeline for visible improvements in electricity service delivery following a leadership shake-up at the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited. The directive comes in the wake of the removal of Managing Director Paul Mwesigwa, who was sent on forced leave, […]

A fresh wave of leadership changes has swept through the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL), underscoring growing government pressure on the state-owned utility to deliver on performance amid mounting public scrutiny. The latest shake-up follows a directive by the Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Ruth Nankabirwa, who on May 2, 2026 dismissed board […]

US envoy Popp exits after brief tour, leaves imprint on health, trade programmes The United States Ambassador to Uganda, William Wayne Popp, is set to depart following the conclusion of his tour of duty later this month. Popp has served as U.S. ambassador to Uganda since September 2023, when he succeeded Natalie E. Brown. During […]

At least 555 Members of Parliament are expected to be sworn in following the expiry of the five-year term of the 11th Parliament, which began in 2021. In January, Uganda went to the polls to elect the President and Members of Parliament who will serve in the 12th Parliament, which runs up to 2031. The […]

The High Court in Masaka has dismissed an application by Kuteesa Sam Kahamba seeking to compel Alice Nambooze Osaga to deposit security for costs in an ongoing land dispute. In her  ruling, Fatuma Nanziri Bwanika held that the application lacked sufficient legal basis and would unjustly hinder the respondent’s right to access justice. Kuteesa had […]

At least five police officers have been arrested in connection with the break in at the heavily guarded headquarters of the Bank of Uganda in Kampala.  The officers who were on duty that are being held at Railway Police station. According to sources, the officers’ phones were confiscated pending investigations into the matter. This publication […]

President Yoweri Museveni has praised ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) legislators for passing the controversial Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026. Parliament passed the bill on Tuesday after adopting the committee report and completing clause by clause consideration, following weeks of heated debate and scrutiny. The legislation, tabled on April 15, 2026 by State Minister for […]

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has increased government support to Muslim pilgrims, sponsoring 150 Ugandans for this year’s Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia. The development marks an expansion from the usual 100 beneficiaries, in a move officials say is aimed at widening access to one of Islam’s most important religious obligations. Hajj, a sacred […]

The Ministry of Works and Transport has suspended the operations of Nile Star Bus Limited for 30 days following a fatal road crash in Nwoya District that left at least seven people dead on May 4, 2026. The suspension, which takes effect today at 6pm, was announced by the State Minister for Transport, Fred Byamukama […]

Parliament has passed the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026 after adopting the committee report and completing clause by clause consideration, capping weeks of intense debate over the proposed law. The bill, tabled on April 15, 2026 by State Minister for Internal Affairs David Muhoozi, has drawn sharp reactions from lawmakers, legal experts, civil society organisations […]

Members of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) parliamentary caucus have resolved to support the controversial Sovereignty Bill. The bill, tabled on April 15, 2026 by State Minister for Internal Affairs David Muhoozi, has since sparked intense debate among lawmakers, legal experts, civil society organisations and academia. It was subsequently referred to Parliament’s relevant committees […]

Parliament is set to debate the controversial Sovereignty Bill following the completion and adoption of a joint committee report over the weekend. The parliamentary committees on Legal and Parliamentary Affairs and Defence met at Speke Resort Munyonyo to finalise the report after weeks of scrutiny and stakeholder engagement. The process followed consultations with more than […]

A suspected inside operation is under investigation after intruders gained access to the heavily guarded Bank of Uganda headquarters in Kampala and stole several laptops along with critical equipment. Investigators say the break in occurred in the early hours of Monday, with the attackers reportedly exploiting internal weaknesses to access the central bank’s commercial offices. Preliminary […]

The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has called for the release of Edward Ssebufu, popularly known as Eddie Mutwe, the chief civilian bodyguard to National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine. Speaking during a session of the Lukiiko, Mayiga urged authorities to promote reconciliation and stability in the […]

At least seven passengers have been confirmed dead following a road crash involving a Nile Star Coach and a Benz Actros trailer in Nwoya district, Daily Star has learned. The crash, which occurred earlier today at Lapok Mor village, involved motor vehicle registration UBP 736U, an Isuzu bus belonging to Nile Star Coaches, and SSD […]

The minister of lands, housing and urban development, Judith Nabakooba, has urged married couples to formalise land ownership, warning that unclear documentation is fuelling family disputes across the country. Speaking at a couples’ retreat in Busimbi division, Mityana district, Nabakooba said her ministry is handling a growing number of cases involving land wrangles within families, […]

Managing Director and CEO  of Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited Paul Mwesigwa has been sent on forced leave, Daily Star has learned. The forced leave follows the terminating of Board Chairperson Lydia Ochieng-Obbo contract over accountability challenges. The minister of Energy and Mineral Development Ruth Nankabirwa revealed that  the Government has undertaken review of the Management at the […]