Absa pushes blended finance to unlock Uganda’s energy ambitions
Financial institutions must prioritise blended finance and bankable project structures to unlock Uganda’s long-term energy ambitions, Absa Bank Uganda chief financial officer Michael Segwaya said. Speaking at the 2nd Energy Convention held at Four Points by Sheraton in Kampala on July 24, Segwaya said access, affordability and project preparation remain the
Muwanga Kivumbi remanded after 19 days incommunicado
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
Besigye collapses in court, proceedings halted
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
Ex-EALA aspirant petitions Speaker over blocked nomination
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
Uganda declares end of 2026 Ebola outbreak
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
Museveni clears NMG to resume Uganda operations
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
Sserwanjja wins Mukono LC1 race by one vote
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)
Energy transition needs long-term financing- dfcu
Uganda’s energy transition and infrastructure ambitions will require stronger partnerships and access to patient capital if the country is to unlock long-term financing for transformative projects, dfcu Bank has said. Speaking at the 2nd Annual Energy Convention 2026 in Kampala, Moses Malinga, dfcu Bank’s Sector Head for Infrastructure and Energy,
Museveni dropps Muganga, appoints Kisekka State minister for Internal Affairs
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
Over 10,000 women entrepreneurs to access financing in Northern Uganda
More than 10,000 low-income women entrepreneurs and 100 horticulture farmers across Northern Uganda are set to access affordable financing, business development support and digital financial services. The initiative will be implemented through Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited (SUHL) via its business incubator. It brings together the Women Economic Empowerment (WEE) programme,
