UPDF Medics Sharpen Battlefield Skills with Specialised Training in Somalia
Fifteen Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) medics serving under United Nations Guard Unit Eleven (UNGU XI) have completed an intensive Combat Medical Care Training course in Somalia, designed to boost their ability to deliver swift and effective medical support in conflict zones. The specialised training was conducted by The Development
Opondo Opondo Resigns his position at Media Centre, declares Bid to contest in 2026 Elections
Opondo Opondo, the Executive Director of the Uganda Media Centre, has declared his intention to join elective politics ahead of the 2026 general elections, Daily Star has established. Opondo made the announcement during Capital Gang, a weekly political talk show hosted by Oscar Semweya Musoke on Capital FM. Development comes
Empowering Ugandan Migrant Workers’ Leadership: A Crucial Step to Combat Trafficking and Exploitation
By Kayonde Abdallah Uganda is witnessing a troubling trend: many senior returnee migrant workers, instead of reintegrating positively into society, are turning into perpetual traffickers of their fellow countrymen and women. This alarming development stems largely from the failure of the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development to formally
MTN equips Bugiri School with computer lab as part of Shs 285 million digital inclusion initiative
MTN Foundation has handed over a fully equipped computer lab to Town View PEAS High School in Bugiri District—marking a significant milestone in the effort to bridge Uganda’s digital divide. The state-of-the-art facility, comprising 30 modern computers, a full year of free internet connectivity, security cameras, and a reliable power
UBC TV Photographer Saad Shots Dies in Road Accident
Renowned socialite and Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC TV) photographer, Saad Byakuleka, popularly known as Saad Shots, has died in a tragic motor accident. His death was confirmed by UBC TV in an official statement. “Our own, Saad Shots, is among the victims confirmed dead in a fatal accident this evening
Court Releases Tumwesigye After 1,500 Days Without Trial in Court Martial
The High Court has released Tumwesigye Enock after he spent over 1,500 days on remand without trial. Tumwesigye was initially arrested on September 4, 2019, in Rubanda and charged with murder. However, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) withdrew the charges on December 9, 2019. He was re-arrested on January
Ugandan Shilling Stabilizes Amid Balanced Market Activity and Central Bank Intervention
The Ugandan shilling maintained a stable trading range between 3660 and 3675, supported by subdued and balanced market activity. This stability follows a significant market correction from last week’s local unit lows of 3730/3740, and a gradual appreciation that closed the week at 3660/3670. The Bank of Uganda intervened in
Over 400 cases pending transfer from Court martial After Supreme Court Verdict
At least 423 cases are pending transfer to civil courts following a Supreme Court ruling that blocked the trial of civilians in the General Court Martial. The revelation was made by Norbert Mao, the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs. The landmark judgment arose from a constitutional appeal filed by
Afreximbank Hosts Inaugural FOCUS Africa Trade and Investment Forum to strengthen economic integration in Africa
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in collaboration with the Ministry of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation (MoPEDIC) of Egypt and the Group of African Ambassadors in Cairo, is hosting the inaugural FOCUS Africa Trade and Investment Forum from 15 to 16 April 2025 at the Dusit Thani Hotel, Cairo,
Standard Chartered, Innovation Village Launch Women in Tech Accelerator Program
Uganda’s entrepreneurial landscape is set to receive a significant skilling and financial boost following the launch of the Women in Tech Uganda Accelerator Program, an initiative of Standard Chartered Foundation in partnership with Standard Chartered Bank, Village Capital and Innovation Village, implemented by Future Lab. This three-year initiative is designed
