Standard Chartered launches digital assets trading for institutional clients
In line with its commitment to offer clients safe, trusted and efficient digital assets solutions and following the successful launch of its digital assets custody service, Standard Chartered recently launched a fully integrated digital assets trading service for institutional clients. The offering includes spot trading for Bitcoin (XBT/USD) and Ether
Brig.Gen. Rwashande Defeats Ssekikubo as bigwigs sail through NRM Primaries
Brigadier General (Rtd) Emmanuel Rwashande has defeated long-serving Member of Parliament Theodore Ssekikubo to become the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer for the hotly contested Lwemiyaga County seat. According to official results, Rwashande garnered 16,358 votes, while Ssekikubo received 8,702. Other candidates included Joy Kabatsi, who polled 473 votes,
Balaam’s Convoy Crashes, Killing Boda Boda Rider
The State Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi, has been involved in a road accident, Daily Star has learned. The incident occurred in Kagadi District as the Minister was en route to Fort Portal to attend the Tooro Kingdom Annual Youth Conference, scheduled to take place tomorrow
Africa’s Crude Export Landscape is Shifting – What It Means for the Continent and the Industry
Africa is repositioning itself in the global oil market – not merely as a supplier to international markets, but as a rising energy consumer and industrial growth hub. The newly released OPEC World Oil Outlook 2025 underscores a continent in transition, leveraging its natural resources to meet domestic demand, expand
EPRC to boost Uganda’s growth with major tourism and urbanisation studies
Uganda’s journey towards inclusive and sustainable growth is set to gain momentum as the Economic Policy Research Centre [EPRC] announces major new research initiatives for the 2025/26 financial year [FY]. Aligning with the nation’s ambitious National Development Plan IV [NDP IV], EPRC will dedicate comprehensive studies to the pivotal sectors
Victoria University Launches Pastor Wilson Bugembe’s 20-Year Celebration Concert
Victoria University has officially launched the “20 Years of Pastor Wilson Bugembe Music” mega concert—a landmark celebration marking two decades of music, ministry, and impact by one of Uganda’s most beloved gospel artists. The launch event, held today at the university auditorium, drew an enthusiastic crowd of over 1,000 new
Supreme Court Orders Vivo Energy to Pay Shs 8.5 Billion in Long-Running Property Dispute
The Supreme Court has ordered Vivo Energy to pay Shs 8.5 billion to Thalion International Limited following a decades-long legal battle over a property located on Benedicto Kiwanuka Street in Kampala. The case originates from a 1972 agreement between Husenali Nathu Ltd (HNL) and Shell and BP Uganda Ltd (Shell
Why the Kabaka Opted Out as Government Handed Over New Vehicles to Cultural Leaders
Yesterday, the government recently handed over shiny new vehicles to 15 cultural leaders at Kololo Independence Grounds—but one throne stood conspicuously empty. The Buganda Kingdom, Uganda’s most storied and symbol-rich monarchy, was a no-show. This sparked questions: had the Kabaka snubbed the government’s gift, or was this a subtle act
Why People Believe Oscar Kasya Will Win in Kinkizi East
Tomorrow, Thursday, July 17, 2025, marks a highly anticipated day in Kanungu District as voters head to the polls to choose their NRM flag bearers for both Woman Member of Parliament and directly elected Members of Parliament. All eyes are on the hotly contested race for Kinkizi East, currently held
King Ceasor University Granted Charter, Expands Global Education Mission
King Ceasor University (KCU) has officially received its University Charter— granting the institution full legal recognition to train students from any part of the World to confer degrees in undergraduate, Masters, PhD, Post graduate and professorship. Officials from the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) presented the charter, signed by
