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
Uganda Intensifies Crackdown on Ivory Trafficking with 154kg Seizure
The Special Wildlife Crime Unit and the Uganda Police Force have arrested a suspected ivory trafficker and recovered 154 kilograms of raw elephant ivory in an intelligence-led operation conducted in Nwoya District. The suspect, Opiro Francis, was arrested on February 22, 2026, in Nwoya District while in possession of ten
Faith and Freedom: Family Seeks Divine Intervention for Besigye
The family of detained former presidential candidate Kizza Besigye is set to hold a special holy mass at St. Mary’s Cathedral Rubaga. The announcement was made by Winnie Byanyima, Besigye’s wife, who invited the public to attend the prayers scheduled for 2pm today. “I invite Ugandans to come and join
Shs 1.34 Billion Blow: Muwema & Co. to Appeal Rent Judgment
Muwema & Co. Advocates has announced plans to appeal a court ruling ordering the firm to pay USD 372,300 (approximately Shs 1.34 billion) in accumulated rent arrears and mesne profits, and to vacate commercial premises in Kololo following the loss of a long-running tenancy dispute with Downtown Investments Ltd. “We
Daylight Machete Robbery Sparks Arrests in City Centre
A brazen morning robbery near Gwanda Shopping Mall in Kisenyi has led to the arrest of three suspects, police confirmed on Sunday. The attack, which occurred at about 8:45am on Friday, unfolded in full view of commuters and traders in one of the city centre’s busiest areas. CCTV footage shows
