Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Reflects on War, Urge Unity, and Promote ‘Resistance Economy’
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, delivered his Nowruz message marking the Persian New Year 1405 (March 2026) by framing the past year as one defined by conflict, loss, and resilience, while calling for national unity and renewed focus on economic self-reliance. Khamenei opened with a religious invocation and
dfcu, Meta Plant & Equipment Partner to Accelerate Agricultural Mechanisation in Uganda
dfcu Bank has announced a strategic partnership with Meta Plant & Equipment Uganda Limited aimed at expanding access to asset financing and accelerating agricultural mechanisation across the country. The collaboration merges dfcu’s financing expertise with Meta’s established position as a leading supplier of agricultural and construction machinery in East and
Stanbic Unveils “Kikole Ku Speedii” Push to Phase Out Banking Delays
Stanbic Bank Uganda has rolled out an ambitious new campaign, “Kikole Ku Speedii,” positioning speed, convenience, and digital access at the centre of its next phase of growth. The initiative signals the bank’s intent to move customers away from long queues and paperwork-heavy processes toward a faster, fully digitised banking
Legendary Action Star Chuck Norris Dies at 86
The family of legendary action star Chuck Norris has confirmed his death at the age of 86, saying he passed away peacefully while surrounded by loved ones. In a statement shared on his official Instagram account, the family announced: “It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden
Oulanyah’s Father, Mzee Nathan Okori, Dies at Lacor Hospital
Mzee Nathan Okori, the father of the late Speaker of Parliament Jacob Oulanyah, has passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital Lacor, Daily Star has confirmed. Family sources said Okori was rushed to the hospital two days ago after developing respiratory complications. He died today while undergoing treatment. His passing comes
Asia Turns to Fuel Rationing as Hormuz Disruptions Tighten Supply
Asian economies are beginning to feel the squeeze from disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, with several countries rolling out fuel-saving measures as global oil supplies come under strain. The unfolding crisis driven by rising tensions in the Middle East involving Iran has slowed tanker traffic through one of the
Iran Hits Gulf Energy Lifelines as Conflict Intensifies
Iran has struck at the heart of the Gulf’s energy network, launching a series of retaliatory attacks on key oil and gas facilities in a major escalation of the ongoing conflict. The strikes, carried out over two days, targeted critical infrastructure in Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia—sending
Court Rejects Agasirwe Bail in Kagezi Murder Case
The High Court has denied bail to Senior Superintendent of Police Nickson Agasirwe, delivering a significant setback in the long-running case surrounding the 2015 assassination of senior prosecutor Joan Kagezi. In a decisive ruling, Justice Isaac Muwata found that Agasirwe does not qualify for mandatory bail, despite having spent more
Kenya Pushes Diplomacy Amid Gulf Crisis, Warns of Risks to Citizens and Trade
Kenya has urged urgent diplomatic efforts to de-escalate rising tensions in the Gulf region, warning that prolonged conflict could endanger its citizens abroad and disrupt global trade. The call came during high-level talks in Moscow on March 16, 2026, between Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and
Ntambi, Mohammad Roar to Historic Safari Rally Triumph on WRC Debut
Uganda’s rally scene has found new heroes. Oscar Ntambi and co-driver Uthman Mohammad delivered a stunning statement on the global stage, clinching victory in the ARC2 category at the grueling Safari Rally Kenya on their World Rally Championship debut. In a rally famed for breaking even the most seasoned crews,
