EU Grants Shs 16.4 billion towards Refugees crisis
The Uganda Cash Consortium (UCC), led by the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) in partnership with the Lutheran World Federation (LWF), has received an additional €4 million (Shs 16.4 billion)from the European Union (EU) to extend its cash-based support to vulnerable refugees and host communities across 13 settlements in Uganda. This
Gov’t Refutes COVID-19 Resurgence Claims in Uganda
The Ministry of Health has dismissed recent media reports suggesting a resurgence of COVID-19 cases in Uganda, describing them as misleading and based on outdated information. In a statement issued earlier today, the Ministry clarified that the circulating messages are old video clips being re-shared by individuals with the intent
Fly Express Cries Foul Over Shs 8 Million in Accumulated EPS Fines
Several motorists along the Kampala–Entebbe Road have expressed frustration over what they describe as punitive enforcement of the Express Penalty System (EPS), which the government began implementing more stringently last month. The EPS, part of the broader Intelligent Traffic Monitoring System (ITMS), issues automated fines for various traffic violations. These
NRM Secretary General Commends China for Supporting Uganda’s Development
The Secretary General of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), Richard Todwong, has praised the government of China for its generous contributions to Uganda’s growth, development, and the prosperity of its people—particularly through numerous infrastructure projects. Todwong made the remarks today at the NRM Headquarters on Plot 10, Kyadondo Road, Kampala,
Global Economy Set for Weakest Run Since 2008 Outside of Recessions
Heightened trade tensions and policy uncertainty are expected to drive global growth down this year to its slowest pace since 2008 outside of outright global recessions, according to the World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects report. The turmoil has resulted in growth forecasts being cut in nearly 70% of all
Ssenyonyi Raises alarm as Ugandans Bear Brunt of Hefty EPS Penalties
Leader of the Opposition in Parliament (LoP), Joel Ssenyonyi, has raised concerns about the recently intensified implementation of the automated Electronic Penalty System (EPS), which is currently being enforced across the country. Last month, the government began enforcing the EPS more rigorously. The system issues automated fines for a variety
Equity Bank Uganda Faces Backlash Over Alleged Unauthorized Withdrawals
Equity Bank Uganda is once again under fire after a customer accused the institution of withdrawing a significant amount of her savings without her permission. According to a social media post cited by Daily Star, the disgruntled client claimed she had Shs 8 million in her account. However, she was stunned to
Security Forces Raid NUP Offices ahead of the delegates conference
Security forces from the police and army have raided the National Unity Platform (NUP) offices in Kavule during the distribution of expression of interest forms, Daily Star has learned. The incident was revealed by Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, the President of NUP. According to reports, the
Uganda’s Special Elections Begin: Marginalized Groups Given 3 Days to Campaign and a Lifetime to Wait
In a move hailed as both “historic” and “hilariously overdue,” today marks the final day for nominating candidates in Uganda’s Special Interest Group elections — a democratic exercise designed to give marginalized groups a ceremonial seat at the village decision-making table. The elections, set aside for youth, older persons, and
NRM Denounces Media Narrative on Speaker Among’s Tribute to President
The NRM fraternity has noted with deep concern the misleading and sensational headline published by the Daily Monitor, alleging that the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Annet Among, referred to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni as “God.” “We categorically reject this distortion as a blatant misrepresentation of her remarks and a deliberate
