Uganda Acquires 20% Stake in Kenya Pipeline Company
Uganda has acquired a 20.15% strategic stake in the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), marking a significant move to strengthen its energy security and regional cooperation. The development was confirmed by Minister Ruth Nankabirwa, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, which revealed that through the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC),
Why School Fees Shouldn’t Be a National Crisis
By Andy Kulanyi Three times a year, Uganda rehearses the same distressing ritual: long queues outside bursars’ offices, whispered negotiations for “one more week,” and children sent home over partial payments. EDUCATION, our most reliable ladder out of poverty, turns into a termly liquidity crisis. Working with schools and education-sector
Rwabwogo: Zero-Tariff Access to China Must Become Uganda’s Industrial Classroom
The chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee on Exports and Industrial Development (PACEID), Odrek Rwabwogo, has described China’s decision to grant zero-tariff access to 53 African countries as a major opening — but warned that Uganda must treat it as more than a trading opportunity. Instead, he argues, it should
Gov’t to Centralise Communication to Protect Uganda’s Economic Interests
The government has committed to coordinated and strategic communication as a key pillar in driving economic growth, enhancing export competitiveness, promoting tourism, and strengthening Uganda’s international reputation. Speaking at a high-level meeting of the National Strategic Communications Committee (NSCC) held at Sheraton Kampala Hotel on February 17, 2026, the Minister of
Uganda Weighs Second SGR Route to Unlock Dar es Salaam Export Access
Uganda is exploring plans to establish a second Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) connection to Tanzania, a strategic move aimed at opening a direct export corridor to the Port of Dar es Salaam and cutting transportation costs and transit time for its mineral exports. Reports by Sputnik Africa, referencing British media
dfcu Expands Footprint to Namanve, Backing Uganda’s Manufacturing Ambitions
dfcu Bank has today officially opened its Namanve branch, planting its flag firmly in the heart of one of Uganda’s fastest-growing industrial hubs. Set within the bustling Namanve Industrial Park, the event signaled strong confidence in Uganda’s growing industrial and manufacturing future. The branch becomes dfcu’s 55th nationwide presence and the second
Stanbic, Buganda Kingdom Launch Ssemaduuka to Expand Credit Access for Farmer-owned SACCOs
For more than a decade now, Frank Nyanzi, a 57-year-old coffee farmer from Madudu Sub-county in Mubende District, has battled with declining yields; something he largely attributes to climate change. Prolonged dry spells, rising temperatures, and persistent pest and disease outbreaks, particularly the coffee wilt disease and coffee berry borer
Confusion as Rubaga Cathedral Calls Off Holy Mass for Besigye
Hundreds of people remained stranded at St. Mary’s Cathedral Rubaga following the postponement of a special Holy Mass that had been organized to pray for detained former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye and other prisoners. Earlier, the family of Dr. Besigye had announced plans to hold a special Mass at
Airtel Foundation Commits Shs 3.85 billion to Strengthen Uganda’s Digital Workforce
In a landmark commitment to Uganda’s human capital development, the Airtel Africa Foundation unveiled the flagship Tech Fellowship, committing Shs 3.85 billion to sponsor high-achieving students from low-income households who are pursuing higher education in STEM. The four-year initiative, which officially commenced following a rigorous selection process in December 2025 –
Prison Officer Shoots Dead Three Supervisors at Kiboga Prison
A prison officer attached to Kiboga Prison has shot dead three supervisors, Daily Star has learned. The revelation was made by Frank Baine Mayanja, the Commissioner for Cooperation and Corporate Affairs and Service Spokesperson of the Uganda Prisons Service. “The Commissioner General of Prisons regrets to announce the unfortunate death
