Court Remands lawyer Mabirizi Over Hate Speech
Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court has remanded lawyer Hassan Male Mabirizi to Luzira Prison over allegations of hate speech and spreading malicious information. Mabirizi appeared before Chief Magistrate Ritah Neumbe Kidasa, facing charges related to statements he allegedly made against the newly appointed Chief Justice Zeija Flavian and Justice Musa
How UNEB Recovered Missing Science Scripts in Koboko School
The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has confirmed the recovery of the missing Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) Integrated Science scripts for learners of Bamure Primary School in Koboko District. Earlier, UNEB had reported that the scripts of 34 candidates were missing. In the meantime, the affected learners were temporarily awarded
Girma Emerges as Possible Successor to Jennifer Bamuturaki
Girma Wake, a retired airline industry executive and former chairman of the Ethiopian Airlines Group, is being viewed as a possible candidate to replace Uganda Airlines Chief Executive Officer Jennifer Bamuturaki. Bamuturaki has served as CEO of the national carrier since 2022. According to an internal communication reportedly sent to
Bobi Wine: Army Now Fully Occupying My Home
The army has reportedly taken over the premises of former presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine. The revelation was made by Kyagulanyi himself and follows a military raid on his home in Magere last month. “Last night, the military surrounding our home in Magere once again
Okwi takes over as Richard Yego Steps Down from MTN Mobile Money
MTN Mobile Money Uganda has appointed Sarah Bateta Okwi as its Acting Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 March 2026, following the decision by Richard Yego to step down from the role. The appointment comes as MTN Mobile Money continues its transition into a fully independent fintech company,
High Sound for Children Calls for Data-Driven Review of Boys’ Declining Primary School Completion
High Sound for Children has called for a comprehensive analysis of enrolment, attendance, and completion data disaggregated by sex, region, and socio-economic status to better understand emerging gaps in primary education. The call follows the release of the 2025 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) results, which show a widening disparity between
Delayed Justice Trap Juvenile Offenders in remand homes – report
The government has come under scrutiny over persistent congestion in juvenile remand homes and the prolonged detention of children beyond legally recommended periods. Uganda currently has seven remand homes and one national rehabilitation centre mandated to protect, rehabilitate, and reintegrate juvenile offenders (JOs). However, a recent Auditor General’s report paints
Bamuturaki Leaves Uganda Airlines
Jennifer Bamuturaki is set to leave Uganda Airlines as the Cheif Executive Officer (CEO) of Uganda Airlines, Daily Satr has learned. According to the communication allegedly from the CEO, her position will advertised shortly. Daily Star couldnot verify when she is scheduled to leave. “The Board will advertise the position
Muhika Junior School showcases its skilling center amidst celebration of PLE results success
In 2026, Uganda’s education landscape is currently embracing skilling of learners beyond academic excellence. Schools that offer this unique value preposition stand out as the number one choice of parents and guardians. Gone are the days when vocational training was an afterthought, relegated to adult schools and most recently, secondary
Muhika Junior School Shines with 85% PLE Success Rate as Young Star Claims National Crown
Muhika Junior School has posted an impressive debut performance in the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE), recording an 85 per cent success rate in its inaugural sitting since its founding in 2022. According to results released by the Ministry of Education and Sports on Friday, January 30, 2026, 12 of the
