Court halts trial as Suspect in Ggaba Child Killings Claims Sickness
Proceedings in the trial of Christopher Okello Onyum, the prime suspect in the murder of four children at Ggaba Early Childhood Development Centre, were abruptly halted after the accused told court he was unwell. “I am unable to proceed with the current session because I am not feeling well,” Onyum
Pearl Bank Surges as Wendi Wallet Hits Ushs 240.5 Billion in Deposits
A quiet but meaningful shift is unfolding in Uganda’s financial sector, one that is beginning to redefine what a local bank can become. Pearl Bank’s results for the year ended December 2025 point to a strong growth story. Profit after tax rose by 34 percent to Shs 47.3 billion, customer
UPDF, Leaders Convene to Strengthen Peace Efforts in Karamoja
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), through its 3rd Infantry Division in collaboration with the Directorate of Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC), has convened a four-day engagement with community, civil, and political leaders from the Karamoja sub-region. The seminar, which opened in Soroti, aims to formulate practical strategies to strengthen peace and
VFS Global opens Entebbe centre to expand UK visa services
Residents seeking visas to the United Kingdom can now submit applications from Entebbe following the expansion of services by VFS Global. The company announced that Ugandan applicants are now able to book appointments at its Premium Application Centre in Entebbe, in response to growing outbound travel demand. The UK Premium
Qualcomm selects 10 African startups for 2026 Make in Africa programme
US technology firm Qualcomm has announced the selection of 10 startups for the 2026 edition of its Qualcomm Make in Africa Mentorship Programme, an equity-free initiative aimed at strengthening Africa’s deep-technology ecosystem through mentorship, training, and intellectual property support. The programme is part of the Qualcomm Africa Innovation Platform and
Amendment expands powers to demolish illegal buildings — Bwire
Sweeping reforms in Uganda’s construction sector are set to tighten enforcement of building standards following the President’s assent to the Building Control (Amendment) Act, 2026. The amendments, which came into force on March 19, 2026, are aimed at strengthening regulation, supervision, and compliance within the country’s building industry. According to
Uganda Flags Off Distribution of 2.3 Million Malaria Vaccine Doses
The Minister of Health, Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng Oceroh, has flagged off the distribution of 2.278 million doses of malaria vaccines to 105 districts with high and moderate malaria transmission. This marks a significant milestone in Uganda’s fight against malaria. The vaccine rollout will eventually extend to the entire country.
Nabakooba warns on land disputes, urges couples to formalise ownership
The minister of lands, housing and urban development, Judith Nabakooba, has urged married couples to formalise land ownership, warning that unclear documentation is fuelling family disputes across the country. Speaking at a couples’ retreat in Busimbi division, Mityana district, Nabakooba said her ministry is handling a growing number of cases
Leadership Crisis Hits UEDCL as CEO Mwesigwa Placed on Forced Leave
Managing Director and CEO of Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited Paul Mwesigwa has been sent on forced leave, Daily Star has learned. The forced leave follows the terminating of Board Chairperson Lydia Ochieng-Obbo contract over accountability challenges. The minister of Energy and Mineral Development Ruth Nankabirwa revealed that the Government has undertaken review
Internet Bus Turns Amuru into a Digital Classroom as 225 Graduate
MTN Uganda, through its MTN Foundation in partnership with Maendeleo Foundation, has deepened its rural digital inclusion drive after graduating 225 trainees in Amuru District under the Internet Bus programme, an initiative designed to bring ICT skills directly to underserved communities. The mobile training programme, delivered on a fully equipped
UTB, EU Launch Pearl of Africa Tourism Awards to Spotlight Industry Excellence
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), in partnership with the European Union delegation to Uganda and other sector players, has launched the inaugural Pearl of Africa Tourism Awards 2026, marking a new push to recognise excellence and raise standards in Uganda’s tourism industry. The awards were unveiled at the European Union
Hundreds turn up for free medical services at Nakivubo Blue Primary School
By mid-morning, the grounds of Nakivubo Blue Primary School had filled with quiet urgency, mothers balancing toddlers, boda riders comparing notes on blood pressure readings, elderly couples seated patiently under the shade. Healthcare access remains uneven across many Ugandan communities, and for many, the nearest medical help is still out
How Embracing Data Sovereignty Is Essential for Local Cloud Solutions
By Elijah Tumusiime In the evolving landscape of our digital economy, data has become as crucial as any traditional resource. Unlike physical goods, data moves across borders instantly. This movement creates important questions about ownership, compliance, and security. Data sovereignty addresses these questions by ensuring that data is governed by
Slow Down Near Schools- Police urges
Concern is growing over the rising number of road crashes involving children, with authorities pointing to speeding as a leading cause of many preventable incidents. Traffic Police spokesperson Michael Kananura has urged motorists to exercise greater caution, especially near schools and residential areas, stressing that protecting children on the roads
More Ugandans take up EACOP jobs as project nears completion
Ugandans are increasingly taking up the majority of jobs on the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project as it moves closer to completion, the company has announced. EACOP Deputy Managing Director, John Bosco Habumugisha, made the remarks while presenting project updates at the two-day 11th Oil and Gas Convention held at
Shilling Weakens as Global Tensions Rattle Markets
The local currency remained under pressure during the week, weighed down by sustained dollar demand from corporates, local banks and select offshore players. As a result, the shilling weakened to close the week’s trading at around 3755/3765, compared with 3715/3725 in the previous week. Dollar inflows from commodity exporters and
Katumwa Breaks Into Billboard Charts with ‘New Days’
Uganda’s celebrated saxophonist Isaiah Katumwa has reached a major international milestone, with his latest single New Days debuting on the Billboard Smooth Jazz Airplay Chart. The track entered the rankings at No. 85, marking a defining moment not only in Katumwa’s career but also for Uganda’s jazz scene, as few
