Gov’t Secures Shs 2.7 trillion Standard Chartered Loan for Infrastructure
Government has signed an agreement to borrow EUR 641.1 million (Shs 2.747 trillion) from Standard Chartered Bank to finance key infrastructure projects across the country. The agreement was signed by the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Matia Kasaija, and Sanjay Rughani, the CEO and Head of Coverage, Uganda,
Inside Stanbic’s ‘Oli In Charge’ Campaign to Empower Ugandans with Affordable Financing
Stanbic Bank has launched the ‘Oli In Charge’ campaign to provide affordable financing solutions for both salaried and self-employed Ugandans, helping them achieve their financial goals. The initiative is designed to broaden access to financial resources for individuals and businesses across the country. Israel Arinaitwe, Head of Personal Banking at
Embracing ESG Signals A New Era For Corporate Responsibility
By Dillan Ambrose Masengere Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is quickly becoming a business priority in Uganda rather than a compliance formality. Recent industry findings show that over 90% of Ugandan companies plan to align with emerging ESG standards, while nearly 80% believe sustainability strengthens long-term shareholder value. This signals
Over 77,000 Fail PLE as 10,000 Learners Abscond
More than 77,000 learners have failed the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE), Daily Star Uganda can reliably report. A total of 817,883 candidates from 15,388 examination centres registered for the 2025 PLE, compared to 797,444 candidates in 2024. Of these, 522,036 candidates from 11,525 centres were beneficiaries of the Universal Primary
How Boys Outperformed Girls in the 2025 PLE Results
Boys have outperformed girls in the just-released Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) results. A total of 817,883 candidates from 15,388 examination centres registered for the 2025 PLE, compared to 797,444 candidates in 2024. Of these, 522,036 candidates from 11,525 centres were beneficiaries of the Universal Primary Education (UPE) programme, while 295,847
Parliament Seeks Shs 263.9 Billion to Purchase Vehicles for MPs
Parliament is requesting an additional Shs 263.937 billion to purchase vehicles for 529 Members of the 12th Parliament, Daily Star has learned. This request was made by Remigio Achia, Vice Chairperson of Parliament’s Budget Committee, during his presentation on the 2026/27 National Budget Framework Paper. According to Achia, the vehicles
Makerere University to Confer 185 PHDs at 76th Graduation
Makerere University is set to confer 185 postgraduate degrees during its 76th graduation ceremony. The ceremony is scheduled to take place from 24–27 February 2026 at Freedom Square. The four-day event will see thousands of students from various colleges and academic units awarded degrees and diplomas in recognition of their
Over 817,000 Candidates Await 2025 PLE Results
The Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Museveni, is set to release the 2025 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) results, Daily Star has learned. The results will be released later today at State House, Nakasero. According to the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB), a total of 817,885 candidates sat for the
Museveni Directs Appointment of Allan Kasujja as Media Centre Boss
President Yoweri Museveni has directed the Minister of Information and Communication Technology and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, to appoint Allan Kasujja as Executive Director of the Media Centre. In a letter addressed to Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), the President said he had received a
Gold as a weapon of war
By Harold James Countries have historically turned to gold in periods of instability, and today’s environment is no different Since the start of 2026, the price of gold has climbed by more than 22%, reaching above $5,000 per troy ounce for the first time. Unpredictable US policy-making and a weakening
