URA ordered to pay Shs 2.2bn for unlawful disposal of medical equipment
The High court has ordered the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) to pay Shs 2.2 billion to Babaana Children of Uganda Limited for unlawfully disposing of its imported medical equipment and assorted commodities. Court heard that Babaana Children of Uganda Limited imported a donated consignment of specialised medical equipment into Uganda,
Gen Moses Ali dies at 87
Former Third Deputy Prime Minister Gen Moses Ali is dead, Daily Star has learned. Details surrounding his death were not immediately available by press time. Gen Ali was one of Uganda’s longest-serving political and military figures, having held several senior government positions over the years. He served as Third Deputy
Shilling weakens as dollar demand, global tensions weigh on market
The Uganda shilling lost further ground during the week, weighed down by strong demand for hard currency from local market players and offshore investors, as well as renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The local unit closed the week trading at 3690/3700, weaker than the opening levels of 3670/3680.
NCBA Bank Drives Uganda’s Automotive Future at the Auto Show
NCBA Bank Uganda has kicked off the NCBA Auto Show 2026, reaffirming its commitment to driving mobility, innovation, and economic growth as the Platinum and Official Title Sponsor of Uganda’s premier automotive exhibition. Running from 17–19 July 2026 at Kololo Independence Grounds, this year’s event marks a major milestone as
Tayebwa rallies OACPS against raw mineral exports
Uganda’s Deputy Speaker of Parliament and President of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS) Parliamentary Assembly, Thomas Tayebwa, has urged member states to make value addition, industrialisation and trade reforms the centre of their development agenda. Tayebwa said the continued export of raw minerals and agricultural commodities
Kibuli hospital ordered to pay Shs 147m over baby death
The High court has ordered Kibuli Muslim Hospital to pay Shs 147 million in damages to Kyofuna Jaridah following the death of her newborn baby, ruling that the facility was negligent in the management of the child’s care. Court heard that Kyofuna attended antenatal care at Kibuli Muslim Hospital from
Parliament endorses Kiryowa, Bangumya for EALA slots
Parliament has endorsed two National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidates to fill Uganda’s vacant positions in the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA), following the adoption of a report by the Parliamentary Verification Committee. The vacancies arose after former EALA representatives James Kakooza and Dennis Namara were elected to the 12th Parliament,
Parliament names Gidudu acting communications director as Obore faces charges
Grace Gidudu has been appointed Acting Director of Communication and Public Affairs at Parliament, stepping into the role following the arrest and remand of substantive director Chris Obore over alleged corruption. Gidudu, who has been serving as Assistant Director in charge of Media Relations, is a long-serving member of the
20 pupils perish in Kapchorwa crash as they returned from Sipi Falls
At least 20 pupils from King David Nursery and Primary School in Ndejje have been confirmed dead following a fatal road crash in Kapchorwa district as they returned from an educational tour. The accident occurred at Chekwatit village in Kawowo sub-county, where a school bus transporting the pupils reportedly
MPs question KCCA over Ham Shopping Centre approval on Nakivubo Channel
The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has come under scrutiny over the approval of Ham Shopping Centre built on the Nakivubo Channel, with legislators questioning how the development obtained clearance after construction had already taken place. The issue emerged before Parliament’s Committee on Physical Infrastructure as KCCA Deputy Executive Director
