Network International appointed as Payment Processing Partner by MTN Group Fintech
Network International, a leading enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), has been appointed as a Payment Processor – Issuing partner for MTN Group Fintech, Africa’s leading mobile financial services provider. This partnership marks a significant extension of Network’s portfolio of issuer processing collaborations throughout the
NUP’s Kawempe North Mobilization Chair Arrested Ahead of Nalukoola’s Nomination
Kawempe North Mobilization Chairman, Sserubiri Charles, who was in possession of the nomination documents for National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Eria Luyimbazi Nalukoola, has been arrested. His arrest was confirmed by NUP party president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine. Luyimbazi was scheduled to be nominated at 11:00
World Bank urges Uganda to prioritize early childhood development for future economic growth
Despite ongoing global challenges and geopolitical tensions, economic activity in Uganda has remained robust. According to a new World Bank report, real gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 6.1% in fiscal year 2023/2024 on top of 5.3% growth registered a year before. This growth has been broad-based with significant contributions
Why Prof. Nuwagaba has not reported to office two weeks after his vetting as Deputy Governor
The newly appointed Deputy Governor of the Bank of Uganda, Prof. Augustus Nuwagaba, has not yet reported for duty, Daily Star has learned. On February 10, President Yoweri Museveni appointed Prof. Nuwagaba as the Deputy Governor of the Bank of Uganda, following the elevation of Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego from
Civil Society Organizations Advocate for Expanded SRHR Services to Marginalized Communities
Civil society organizations have called for the extension of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) services to marginalized communities in the country. This call to action was made during the Entebbe Ghetto Youth Festival, a transformative event that became a beacon of hope, solidarity, and empowerment for young
EAC to promote the region as a unified tourism destination in Berlin
The East African Community (EAC) will, for the first time, participate as an entity having its own stand at the International Tourism Bourse (ITB) – Berlin, the world’s largest tourism trade fair, from 4th – 6th March, 2025. Representing the region as a single tourism destination, the EAC will showcase its diverse
Sustaining Uganda’s Fisheries: Innovations, Policies and Community Action
By Christopher Burke Uganda’s fisheries sector is a vital contributor to food security, employment and export earnings accounting for 3 percent of National GDP and 12 percent of the total Agriculture Sector GDP. Fisheries contribute significantly to Uganda’s National Development Plan III and Vision 2040 that aims to increase
Breaking News: Joseph Kony’s wife surrenders to Ugandan Authorities
The wife of Joseph Rao Kony, founder of the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA),Ruth Achan, has surrendered to Ugandan authorities, Daily Star can exclusively report. According to sources, Kony’s wife is expected to arrive later today at Entebbe Airport. Accompanied by her children Maisa Amu, Betty Akidi, and Pope Kony, Achan
Five cardinals set to succeed Pope Francis
While Pope Francis remains hospitalised with double pneumonia, many are asking who might lead the Vatican and Catholic Church in the future. The 88-year-old pontiff showed the onset of bilateral pneumonia – meaning it is present in both his lungs – as his condition continues to present a complex
FULL LIST: The best schools with 4 in 4 aggregate in PLE 2024
With the release of the 2024 Primary Leaving Examination results, Daily Star brings you the list of all schools that got four in four aggregates. Below is the list No CENTRE NAME DISTRICT NAME NAME AGG 1 BRIGHT HORIZON P/S ARUA MUN. LIBERTY MUSLIM SAIDI 4 2 NAMIREMBE BOARDSCH BUDAKA
