1,000 Trees, 1,000 Learners: Schools Lead New Climate Push
A new schools-based programme combining environmental conservation and financial literacy has been launched in Wakiso District, targeting young learners as agents of sustainable change. The Schools Forests and Financial Literacy Programme, unveiled at Gayaza Junior School to mark World Earth Day, will engage at least 1,000 students in planting and
Ggaba Killings: Okello Denies Intent, Seeks Acquittal
The prime suspect in the Ggaba school children killings, Christopher Okello Onyum, has asked court to dismiss the murder charges against him, arguing that the prosecution has failed to prove intent in the deaths of four toddlers. Taking the stand in his defence on Friday, Okello denied responsibility for the
Makerere Admission Lists: Who got which course as Cut-Off Points Lock Out Top Students
Makerere University has released its admission lists for the academic year set to commence in August, amid rising concern over the growing number of high-performing students missing out on government-sponsored placements. The release follows a recent meeting of the Admissions Board, which deliberated on the selection of candidates for this
Shilling weakens as dollar demand intensifies, global tensions rattle markets
The Uganda shilling came under renewed pressure during the week, weighed down by sustained dollar demand from corporates, commercial banks and select offshore players, market analysts have said. By Friday, the local currency was trading at around 3,715/3,725, weaker than the previous week’s close of 3,695/3,705. According to Richard Nsubuga,
Museveni Shrugs Off High Fuel Prices, Says Motorists Can Stay Home
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has brushed aside concerns over rising fuel prices, telling motorists who cannot afford to drive to simply stay at home, while signalling that leisure travel is not a government priority. Speaking at the Africa We Build Summit 2026, Museveni said his recent discussions with William Ruto
Admission List: Makerere, Public Universities Shut Out Top Performers
Several high-performing students have been denied admission to Makerere University and other public universities, Daily Star has learned, raising concerns over the growing competitiveness of government-sponsored placements. The exclusion comes despite strong performances in the most recent Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) examinations, where many candidates posted top grades.
From Savings to Investment: Driving Growth and Member Prosperity
By Esther Wodulo The Third General Meeting of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Investment Club and SACCO gave me a reminder that savings alone are not enough; the exciting truth is that prosperity lies in transforming savings into productive investments. Across Uganda, collective financial platforms such as SACCOs and
Stanbic Rallies Collective Action as Uganda Marks Earth Day
Stanbic Bank Uganda has joined the government and environmental stakeholders in a renewed push for collective action to address climate change, using this year’s Earth Day to urge a shift from pledges to practical solutions. At an event held at the Ministry of Water and Environment headquarters in Kampala, the
Why Skills and Trust in Technology Now Matter as Much as Assets in Northern Uganda
By Ambrose Dillan Masengere In Northern Uganda, where enterprise has historically been anchored in tangible assets such as land, livestock and inventory, a more nuanced shift is taking place. The capacity to use digital tools effectively, combined with the confidence to rely on them, is increasingly shaping who is able
Dangote commits to build mega oil refinery in East Africa
Nigerian billionaire, Aliko Dangote has committed to construct a large scale oil refinery in East Africa modelled on his Nigerian facility. The project will only move forward with strong political and institutional backing as Africa accelerates efforts toward industrial self-sufficiency. Speaking at the Africa We Build Summit 2026 in Nairobi
