How Boys Outperformed Girls in the 2025 PLE Results
Boys have outperformed girls in the just-released Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) results. A total of 817,883 candidates from 15,388 examination centres registered for the 2025 PLE, compared to 797,444 candidates in 2024. Of these, 522,036 candidates from 11,525 centres were beneficiaries of the Universal Primary Education (UPE) programme, while 295,847
Parliament Seeks Shs 263.9 Billion to Purchase Vehicles for MPs
Parliament is requesting an additional Shs 263.937 billion to purchase vehicles for 529 Members of the 12th Parliament, Daily Star has learned. This request was made by Remigio Achia, Vice Chairperson of Parliament’s Budget Committee, during his presentation on the 2026/27 National Budget Framework Paper. According to Achia, the vehicles
Makerere University to Confer 185 PHDs at 76th Graduation
Makerere University is set to confer 185 postgraduate degrees during its 76th graduation ceremony. The ceremony is scheduled to take place from 24–27 February 2026 at Freedom Square. The four-day event will see thousands of students from various colleges and academic units awarded degrees and diplomas in recognition of their
Over 817,000 Candidates Await 2025 PLE Results
The Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Museveni, is set to release the 2025 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) results, Daily Star has learned. The results will be released later today at State House, Nakasero. According to the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB), a total of 817,885 candidates sat for the
Museveni Directs Appointment of Allan Kasujja as Media Centre Boss
President Yoweri Museveni has directed the Minister of Information and Communication Technology and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, to appoint Allan Kasujja as Executive Director of the Media Centre. In a letter addressed to Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), the President said he had received a
Gold as a weapon of war
By Harold James Countries have historically turned to gold in periods of instability, and today’s environment is no different Since the start of 2026, the price of gold has climbed by more than 22%, reaching above $5,000 per troy ounce for the first time. Unpredictable US policy-making and a weakening
BoU Grants Finance Trust Bank Tier II Credit Institution Licence
The Bank of Uganda (BoU) has granted a licence to Finance Trust Bank Limited to operate as a Tier II Credit Institution. The licence follows a decision by Finance Trust Bank’s Board of Directors to adopt a strategic shift aimed at repositioning the institution to better serve its core customer
Auditor General Flags BoU Fraud, Excess UMEME Payout and Uganda Airlines Challenges
The Auditor General is scheduled to present the 2025 audit report to the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, with special audits into the operations of Uganda Airlines, the Shs 60 billion Bank of Uganda (BoU) money heist, and the verification of the UMEME buyout payout dominating the report. The development
List: Who are the elected army representatives to Parliament
The Army Council has elected 10 representatives to Parliament ahead of the 2026–2031 term. The election exercise was presided over by Justice Simon Mugenyi Byabakama, the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), at the Land Forces Headquarters in Bombo, Luweero District. Chaired by President Yoweri Museveni, the Commander-in-Chief of the
Beyond the Numbers: Tackling Teacher Absenteeism Through Smart Support, Not Blame in 2026
By Sserunjogi Ivan In 2025, reports emerged that Namutumba District faced high teacher absenteeism and alleged recruitment of incompetent teachers. Such reports alarm the public, suggesting a collapse in teacher accountability as the 2026 academic year begins. Yet, as with many education debates in Uganda, the reality is far more
