Easter festivities: Museveni Reflects on Hard Work, Morality, and Spiritual Growth
President Yoweri Museveni has commended Uganda’s security forces for ensuring peaceful Easter celebrations across the country, particularly during the Good Friday processions marking the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. In his Easter message, the President also congratulated Christian believers for their commitment during the 40-day Lenten fast and for the peaceful
Uganda’s Migrant Worker System: Built for Exploitation, Not Protection
By Migrant Workers’ Voice Organisation Uganda’s migrant worker sector is in crisis—a crisis deepened by policy failures, systemic neglect, and the exclusion of migrant voices. While the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development continues to announce new databases, support centers, and welfare schemes, the reality for thousands of Ugandan
China Grants Shs 19.5 Billion for Expansion of Foreign Affairs Headquarters
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has received a grant of Shs 19.5 billion for the construction of an extension to its headquarters, Daily Star has learned. This funding is detailed in the Ministerial Policy Statements and Budget Estimates for the 2025/2026 financial year. While appearing before the Foreign Affairs Committee,
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
