Brig Gen Michael Hyeroba Rallies 3 Infantry Division Troops On Discipline, Backs Ateker Gala As Peace Platform
The Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division, Brig Gen Michael Walaka Hyeroba, has urged troops to uphold discipline, professionalism and continuous training as the Division consolidates peace and security across its area of responsibility. Brig Gen Hyeroba made the remarks during his first official baraza
KCB Puts Sustainable Housing and Green Finance at the Heart of Urbanisation Forum & Homes Expo 2026
KCB Bank Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable urban development through its participation in the Urbanisation Forum & Homes Expo 2026, where it showcased practical financing solutions designed to help Ugandans own homes, businesses invest in property, and communities transition towards more sustainable ways of living and building. The
What the sudden death of a monarch is teaching us about cultural institutional crisis communication, Lessons from Tooro Kingdom
By Duncan Keith Musumba and Barbra Natifu We write as lifelong learners and students of crisis communication, and as keen observers of the events that have transpired and are unfolding following the sudden death of the world’s youngest reigning monarch and beloved King of Tooro Kingdom, His Majesty King Oyo Nyimba
C-Care IHK unveils new outpatient department in Kampala
C-Care IHK has unveiled a newly redesigned Outpatient Department (OPD) at its Namuwongo facility in Kampala, in an investment aimed at improving access, convenience and patient experience in private healthcare. The new OPD brings together specialised medical services, maternal and child health facilities, a larger pharmacy, patient waiting areas and
Tanzania mourns death of President Samia’s husband
Tanzania is mourning the death of Hafidh Ameir Hassan, the husband of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who died on Monday morning while receiving treatment in Zanzibar. Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi announced Hafidh’s death, saying he passed away at about 8am at Mlimani Mzena Memorial Hospital. “It is with great sadness
TikToker Jovia Namuwulya’s roommate charged with murder
Patricia Rose Turindwamukama, the roommate and friend of murdered content creator Jovia Namuwulya, has been arraigned before City Hall Court in Kampala and charged in connection with her death. Namuwulya, who was popularly known as Jovia1235 on TikTok and worked as a waitress at Olives Restaurant and Bar in Bukoto,
Vitol gets Uganda crude marketing deal ahead of first oil
The Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) has appointed global energy trader Vitol to market the government of Uganda and UNOC’s allocation of the country’s newly named crude oil, Pearl Sweet, as Uganda prepares to enter the international oil market in early 2027. The announcement marks a major commercial milestone in
Political analyst Charles Rwomushana arrested
Political analyst Charles Rwomushana has been arrested, the Daily Star has learned. Rwomushana was picked up while appearing on Radio Simba’s weekly political programme, Gasimbagane ne ba Namawulire, hosted by veteran journalist Peter Kibazo. According to sources, Rwomushana was taken away by armed men dressed in civilian attire. The circumstances
George Kamurasi selected as next Tooro king
The Royal Succession Committee of the Tooro Kingdom has selected George Desmond Kamurasi, 36, as the next King of Tooro, succeeding his late cousin, Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV. Kamurasi was selected on Friday, September 4, 2026, during a meeting of the 21-member Royal Succession Committee held at Fort
Uganda Shifts Tourism Focus to Culture, Heritage
Uganda is shifting its tourism focus towards culture and heritage as the country seeks to diversify its tourism products beyond wildlife and attract more visitors to lesser-known destinations. The shift will take centre stage on September 27 when Uganda hosts this year’s World Tourism Day celebrations in Mbale, with the
