World Bank Flags Uganda’s Rising Fiscal Pressures Amid Economic Growth
Uganda’s economic growth remains strong, with real gross domestic product (GDP) rising to 6.3 percent in FY2024/2025, up from 6.1 percent the previous year. A new World Bank report attributes this performance to a recovery in household consumption, accelerated government spending, and continued investment growth. The 26th edition of the
EC Receives Over 21 Million Presidential Ballot Papers
The Electoral Commission has received 193 pallets of presidential ballot papers ahead of the 2026 general elections. The ballot papers were printed by Al Ghurair Printing and Publishing, a Dubai-based firm, and transported by Network Aviation Group. The consignment was officially received by the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Justice
Inside Starlink Satellite Direct-to-Phone Internet
Earlier this year, SpaceX entered into a purchase agreement with EchoStar for 50 MHz of exclusive S-band spectrum in the U.S., along with global Mobile Satellite Service (MSS) spectrum licenses. This agreement enables the company to develop and deploy its next-generation Starlink Direct-to-Cell constellation, capable of providing broadband service directly
Kabaka Condemns Election Violence, Urges Free and Fair Polls
The Kabaka of Buganda, Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, has warned that election violence, intimidation of candidates, and the growing influence of money in politics pose a serious threat to Uganda’s democracy and national development. Speaking in his Christmas and New Year message delivered by Buganda Kingdom Information Minister Israel Kazibwe,
Court Remands Fr.Ssekabira for concealing Shs 500m
The Masaka Magistrates Court has remanded Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira to prison 20 days after his arrest. Fr. Ssekabira, a priest of Masaka Diocese and a curate at Bumangi Parish, was reportedly abducted by men dressed in military uniforms traveling in a drone vehicle on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at around
CCBU’s future is built on people, performance and purpose
By Emmy Hashakimana The phrase “Culture eats strategy for breakfast” is often quoted by writers, consultants and organisational culture experts. As I settled into my role at the helm of Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU), I found this statement both true and profound. Strategies change, markets shift, regulations evolve and competition
Museveni to launch Shs 463.2b Hoima City Stadium
President Yoweri Museveni is set to commission the $129 million (Shs 463.2 billion) Hoima City Stadium on Wednesday, marking the official launch of one of Uganda’s most expensive sports infrastructure projects, Daily Star has learned. The commissioning follows the official handover of the stadium on Monday by Turkish contractor SUMMA
Gen. Muhoozi Reserves the Right to Clear Elon Musk’s Starlink Technology Devices
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has blocked the importation of Starlink technology gadgets following guidance from the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC). “This communication serves to officially notify staff about the immediate restriction on the importation and customs clearance of Starlink technology gadgets, communication equipment, and associated components,” URA said in
Grief as Kabaka’s sister Omumbejja Diana Ndege is Laid to Rest
Omumbejja Diana Balizzamuggale Teyeggala Ndege has been laid to rest at the Kasubi Royal Tombs. She was a daughter of the late Kabaka Edward Muteesa II and a sister to Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II. Her burial at the royal site underscored her status as a senior member of the
Court rejects Mandatory Bail for Detained NUP Supporters
The Kawempe Chief Magistrates Court has dismissed a mandatory bail application filed by ten supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP), despite them having spent more than 60 days on remand. Last month, the suspects petitioned the court seeking mandatory release, arguing that their continued detention violated the constitutional requirement
