MTN Contributes Shs 50.55 billion towards UCC’s Universal Service and Access Fund
MTN Uganda has announced a contribution of approximately Shs 50.55 billion to the Uganda Communications Commission’s Universal Service and Access Fund (UCUSAF), marking the company’s largest annual contribution to date towards expanding telecommunication services in underserved communities. This development reflects MTN Uganda’s deepening commitment to accelerating digital inclusion and supporting
UNGU XI Commander Urges Troops to Uphold Professionalism and Vigilance in Somalia
Lt Col Peter Ruyogoza Barigye, Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) deployed under the United Nations Guard Unit XI (UNGU XI), has urged officers to uphold professionalism, discipline, and vigilance as they execute their duties in Somalia. Speaking to both senior and junior commanders during a briefing on
Museveni Endorses Ofwono Opondo’s Move into Elective Politics
President Yoweri Museveni has given the green light for Ofwono Opondo, Executive Director of the Uganda Media Centre, to enter elective politics, Daily Star has learned. Last month, Opondo officially resigned from his position, announcing his intention to contest in the 2026 general elections. “Last evening at State House Nakasero,
Sweating for Survival: The Body’s Response to a Warming World
As climate change intensifies, ushering in record-breaking temperatures and prolonged heatwaves worldwide, a vital yet often overlooked human function is being pushed to its limits: sweating. The body’s primary cooling mechanism now plays an increasingly critical role in helping us adapt to our warming world. But as this essential process
MTN reaffirms commitment to Uganda as a strategic growth market
A high-level MTN Group delegation, led by Group Chairman Mcebisi Jonas and Group President and Chief Executive Officer Ralph Mupita, visited Uganda this week to engage with national leaders and key stakeholders. The visit underscores MTN Group’s enduring commitment to Uganda as a strategic market within its pan-African growth agenda.
KIU Student Dies in Suspected Suicide
Lukoma John, a student at Kampala International University (KIU), has died in what is suspected to be a case of suicide. The university management has confirmed his death. Lukoma’s passing adds to a growing trend of suicide cases reported across Uganda. According to the World Bank, Uganda’s suicide mortality rate
Electoral Commission Extends Voter Register Verification for Special Interest Groups
The Electoral Commission has extended the period for verifying the Voters Register for Special Interest Groups (SIGs), Daily Star has learned. the Revelation was made by EC Spokesperson Julius Mucunguzi. The display of the National Voters Register, which began on April 25, 2025, will now continue until May 15, 2025,
Relief as Supreme Court blocks I&M Bank from taking over Haruna Sentongo’s properties
The Supreme Court has issued an injunction restraining I&M Bank Uganda from selling, transferring, alienating, evicting, or taking possession of properties belonging to city businessman Haruna Sentongo, a brother to Hamis Kiggundu. The properties in question are located on Kibuga Block 12, Plots 250, 251, and 252 in Mengo. In
Afreximbank’s CANEX unveils third edition of short film competition
Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX), an intervention by African Export–Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced the third edition of its vibrant short film competition, CANEX Shorts, that is designed to recognise and celebrate talents of young filmmakers from Africa and the Diaspora. Filmmakers between the ages of 18 and 35 years can
“Currency, Money Markets Remain Steady Amid Global Trade Developments”
The Ugandan shilling remained stable, trading within the 3,650–3,670 range, supported by dollar inflows from commodity exporters and offshore investors, according to Richard Nsubuga, a Trader in CIB Markets at Absa Bank Uganda. Demand for the dollar remained low throughout the week. We anticipate the shilling will maintain its strength
