Iran Rocked as Top Security Chief Larijani Killed in Suspected Israeli Strike
Iran has been rocked by the killing of two of its most senior figures, with state media confirming the deaths of top security official Ali Larijani and Basij militia commander Gholamreza Soleimani—just hours after Israel claimed responsibility. The announcement, carried by the semi-official Mehr News Agency, saw Iran’s Supreme National
Four Held Over Wave of Bank-Related Robberies
Police in Nansana have scored a significant breakthrough in investigations into a wave of robberies targeting bank clients across the area. Four suspects were arrested in coordinated operations conducted between March 10 and March 14, 2026, in connection with the attacks. Authorities say the group had been systematically trailing customers
Rhinos Return to Kidepo After 43 Years in Landmark Conservation Move
After more than four decades of absence, rhinos are finally making their way back to Kidepo Valley National Park in a landmark conservation effort that signals a new chapter for Uganda’s wildlife heritage. The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) on Tuesday began the historic translocation, with Executive Director Dr. James Musinguzi
Shock as Morocco Crowned Afcon 2025 Champions After Senegal Forfeit Final
Morocco have been handed the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title in extraordinary circumstances after Senegal’s dramatic walk-off in the final cost them the crown. In a ruling that has sent shockwaves across African football, the Confederation of African Football (Caf) Appeal Board declared Senegal forfeited the match after abandoning
Why Stanbic Froze Mayor Fabrice Rulinda’s Shs 275M Transaction Linked to M23 Rebels
The Constitutional Court has dismissed a case filed by Fabrice Rulinda, the Entebbe Mayor and PLU activist, over a $73,000 (about Shs 275 million) transaction that was reversed and his account frozen by Stanbic Bank. On August 11, 2017, the money was deposited into Rulinda’s dollar account at Stanbic’s Bugolobi
Court Nullifies Computer Misuse Act Over Constitutional Violations
The Constitutional Court has nullified the Computer Misuse Act, Daily Star can reliably report, in a landmark ruling that overturns one of Uganda’s most controversial digital laws. In 2022, the Uganda Law Society (ULS), together with 26 other organizations and individuals, through their lawyers who includede George Musisi, the MP
Public Debt Rises to Shs 130 Trillion as Domestic Borrowing Increases
The Ministry of Finance has revealed that the stock of Uganda’s public debt has now hit the Shs 130 trillion mark, after increasing from US$34.21 billion (Shs 128.648 trillion) in September 2025 to US$34.86 billion (Shs 130.844 trillion) by the end of December 2025. The details are contained in the Quarterly
Orthodox Church to Orchestrate Kabaka Mutebi’s 71st Birthday Celebrations
The Orthodox Church in Uganda has been tasked with leading the preparations for the 71st birthday celebrations of Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, highlighting the growing role of faith communities in Buganda’s cultural milestones. The organizing committee was unveiled by Archbishop Jeronimos Muzeeyi at the church headquarters in Namungoona. Fr.
Uganda–France Partnership a Model of Humanity and Inclusion-Ambassador Amule
As global diplomacy continues to evolve in an increasingly interconnected world, Uganda’s Ambassador to France, Doreen Ruth Amule, has pointed to Uganda–France relations as a powerful example of how humanity and inclusion can shape meaningful international cooperation. Speaking at a Job Fair held at the International French School in Kampala
Ugandan Students Embrace Russian Language to Boost Diplomacy and Cultural Ties
A growing number of Ugandans are looking beyond English, turning to international languages as gateways to global opportunity, diplomacy, and cultural exchange. This shift was on full display at a vibrant showcase where Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) personnel and civilian students demonstrated their command of the Russian language—not just
