Museveni Commissions Shs 53 billion Road Projects in Kasese
President Yoweri Museveni has commissioned road infrastructure projects worth Shs 53 billion in Kasese Municipality, under the Uganda Support to Municipal Infrastructure Development (USMID) program. During his visit to the Rwenzori sub-region, the President also promoted the Parish Development Model (PDM), describing it as a transformative strategy to integrate all
EC Wraps Up Voter Verification Ahead of 2026 Elections
The Electoral Commission is set to conclude the verification of the national voter register following a 20-day exercise. The display exercise, which began on April 25, 2025, will end on May 15, 2025. It marks a critical step in promoting transparency, accuracy, and public participation as the country prepares for
Vendor to Visionary: Mulaliira’s Journey with Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda
When David Mulaliira first considered launching a soft drink distribution business, he knew he needed a partner with an impeccable reputation. As the owner of Vinegarden Enterprises—a company supplying school materials, construction goods, and consulting services—he had built small but steady successes through hard work and persistence. To break into
Over 600km of Roads Need Full Rehabilitation Amid Budget Shortfall
At least 600 kilometers of roads across the country are in such poor condition that they require full rehabilitation, The Daily Star has learned. This revelation was made by Musa Ecweru, the Minister for Works and Transport. The minister was responding to a series of tragic road accidents that occurred
Invest in African Energy 2025: Innovative Financing to Unlock Africa’s Energy Potential
Africa holds immense energy potential, with more than 125 billion barrels of proven oil reserves, 620 trillion cubic feet of natural gas and 60% of the world’s best solar resources. Yet, the continent continues to struggle with attracting the capital needed to leverage these resources for transformative development. Addressing this
NCBA Bank posts Shs 38.9 billion profits after tax
NCBA Bank Uganda Limited has posted Shs 38.9 billion profit after tax for the financial year ending December 31, 2024, according to the bank’s audited financial results. The results reflect a strong year of growth across key performance. The Net Loans and Advances to customers increased by 18% from Shs
Gov’t Suspends YY Bus Services over fatal crashes, reckless driving
The Ministry of Works and Transport, in coordination with the Uganda Police Directorate of Traffic, has suspended operations of YY Coaches for 15 days following a series of road crashes linked to reckless driving, Daily Star has learned. The announcement was made by Fred Byamukama, Minister of State for Works
Airtel Contributes Shs 37.9 billion to UCC’s Universal Service Fund
Airtel Uganda has contributed Shs 37.9 billion to the Uganda Communications Universal Service and Access Fund (UCUSAF), reaffirming its commitment to expanding digital connectivity across the country. This marks an 11.4% increase from last year’s contribution and represents 2% of Airtel Uganda’s gross annual revenue for the financial year ending
No Extension for Voter Register Display, EC Warns
The Electoral Commission (EC) has called on all Ugandans to turn up for the ongoing verification of the national voter register ahead of the May 15, 2025 deadline. The display exercise, which began on April 25, 2025, is a crucial step toward ensuring transparency, accuracy, and citizen participation as the
Gov’t to issue corporate bonds to fund state-owned enterprises
Government is exploring plans to issue corporate bonds in the upcoming financial year as a strategy to raise capital for state-owned enterprises, and to rejuvenate the country’s underperforming corporate bond market. The proposal, however, faces significant hurdles, chief among them being the lack of credit ratings for most state enterprises,
