UPDF secures topographic mapping equipment worth 10.9 billion from Russia
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) recently received a consignment of topographic mapping equipment worth USD 3 million (Shs 10.9 billion), donated by the Russian Federation’s Ministry of Defence. The equipment was officially handed over at the Special Forces Command (SFC) Headquarters in Entebbe. Major General Sergey Marchuk, head of
Infobip Champions conversational AI to drive customer experience
Infobip has championed the use of conversational AI to transform customer experience and help businesses stay competitive, grow their customer base and drive sustainable growth. In partnership with Belva Digital, Infobip was among the top technology innovators showcased at the 6th edition of Africa’s Annual Customer Experience (CX) Conference, that
Airtel Introduces AI-Powered Spam Alert Service to Combat Digital Fraud
In a bid to fight fraud, Airtel Uganda has lunched AI-powered Spam Alert Service to offer network-level protection against fraudulent messages. The innovative service is automatically available to all Airtel customers at no additional cost, requiring no app downloads or opt-in processes. According to recent studies by the Uganda Communications
Entebbe Airport Sees Surge in Passenger Traffic
Entebbe International Airport recorded a total of 178,383 passengers in March 2025, according to data obtained by Daily Star. The figures were confirmed by Vianney Mpungu Luggya, Public Relations Officer at the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA). Of the total, 83,661 passengers arrived, while 94,722 departed to various destinations around
IFC invests US$ 58 million in Balwin Properties to support quality housing in South Africa
IFC has announced a ZAR 1 billion (US$ 58 million equivalent) investment in South Africa’s Balwin Properties to support the property developer to build more than 16,000 houses for low-and-middle income buyers near Johannesburg, helping increase the supply of affordable housing in the country. IFC’s local currency ZAR 1 billion
African Ministers to Showcase Mineral Refining Opportunities at African Mining Week
African Mining Week (AMW) – Africa’s premier gathering for mining stakeholders, taking place from October 1-3 in Cape Town – will feature a high-level Ministerial Forum dedicated to advancing local mineral beneficiation across the continent. The session – From Extraction to Transformation: African Governments Driving Beneficiation and Value Addition –
MP Shamim Malende to Undergo Surgery at Aga Khan Hospital
Kampala Woman Member of Parliament, Shamim Malende, is set to undergo surgery at Aga Khan Hospital in Kenya following a deterioration in her health, Daily Star has learned. Malende was flown to Kenya last week for specialized medical treatment after her condition continued to decline. Prior to this, she had
Stanbic Bank, Umeme Lose Shs 9.2 billion Appeal Against Makubuya
The Commercial Division of the High Court has dismissed an appeal filed by Stanbic Bank Uganda Ltd and Umeme Ltd, contesting garnishee orders in favour of Makubuya William, trading as Polla Plast, over Shs 9.2 billion. The dispute dates back to 2008, when Makubuya purchased plastic manufacturing equipment from BMK
2026 Elections: Electoral Commission Sets New Dates for Display of Voters Register
Justice Simon Byabakama Mugenyi, Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), has announced revised dates for the display of the National Voters Register and Registers for Special Interest Groups (SIGs) ahead of the 2025/2026 General Elections. The Electoral Commission, mandated under Section 26 of the Electoral Commission Act to compile, maintain,
Experts call for Community Involvement in Water Safety Amid Rising Drowning Cases in Uganda
Amid a surge in drowning incidents across Uganda, experts are calling on the government to actively involve local communities in water safety initiatives. This appeal follows multiple media reports of recent tragedies, including the deaths of seven individuals who drowned in Lake Victoria last week. Steve Wills, a UK-based drowning
