For a successful integration, Africa needs an operating system update
Ask any traveler about their experience moving across parts of Africa, and you will likely hear about familiar challenges: high costs, indirect routes, and unpredictable schedules that can make even the simplest journeys more complicated and costly. These travel hurdles highlight the immense opportunity to further strengthen Africa’s integration and
Gov’t Allocates Shs 2.5 billion to Support Home-Grown School Feeding in Karamoja
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has received Shs 2.5 billion (US$680,000) from the Government of Uganda to support Home-Grown School Feeding programmes in Karamoja, northeast Uganda. WFP currently provides daily nutritious meals to 250,000 children in 320 schools across Karamoja through this programme. By sourcing food locally
Museveni Convenes special NRM Caucus to Discuss UPDF Act Amendments
President Yoweri Museveni, the National Chairman of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Party, has called a special NRM Parliamentary Caucus meeting to discuss proposed amendments to the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Act. The decision to withdraw the bill follows a Supreme Court ruling that suspended all proceedings in
African leaders discuss obstacles to the continent’s economic integration
On the sidelines of the 38th African Union Summit, African leaders discussed obstacles to the continent’s economic integration, underscoring visa-free movement to reduce illegal migration and strengthen official travel channels. The high-level dialogue, convened by the African Development Bank Group and the African Union Commission alongside the AU Summit, brought
KFC leaves Kentucky home for Texas
KFC, the fast-food restaurant chain formerly known as Kentucky Fried Chicken, is moving its corporate headquarters in the US from Kentucky to Texas, its owner has announced. Yum Brands said it will shift the office from Louisville to Plano though KFC will keep some operations in Kentucky, including its KFC
Here are quarterfinals sides in the 2024/25 TotalEnergies CAF Champions League
Here are quarterfinals sides in the 2024/25 TotalEnergies CAF Champions League The draw for the quarter-finals of the 2024/25 TotalEnergies CAF Champions League will take place in Doha, Qatar on Thursday, where the eight remaining sides will learn their path to the final. The four group winners will be drawn
How to choose a brand ambassador for your company
Adidas’ recent signing of NFL star Patrick Mahomes aims to challenge Nike’s U.S. dominance, while SPRIBE’s UFC partnership boosts market reach. But how do ambassadors fuel expansion? Delasport’s success with Ronnie O’Sullivan showcases how the right athlete enhances visibility, credibility, and audience engagement. The role of a sports ambassador A
Why Court Ordered Besigye’s Return to Luzira Prison Amid Deteriorating Health
High Court Judge Douglas Singiza has ordered the return of former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye to Luzira Prison following a habeas corpus application filed by his lawyers. The application came after the state delayed implementing the January 31, 2025, Supreme Court ruling, which barred military courts from trying
NUP Election Management Members Reportedly Abducted Amid Rising Tensions
At least four members of the National Unity Platform’s (NUP) Election Management team have gone missing, Daily Star has learned. The revelation was made by Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, the president of NUP. The missing individuals are Mercy Walukamba, Rovans Alex Lwanyaga, Rahma Juma, and Kayabura
Tribunal Calls for Investigation of Former Lira DPC Over Murder of Adyebo Francis
The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) has awarded a total of Shs140 million in compensation to victims of human rights violations in the Lango Sub-region. The second tribunal sitting took place at the newly established Lira Regional Office, which officially opened on Monday in Lira City. The tribunal awarded
