Inside New Taxes on Imports, Fuel, Cooking Oil and Cement
Parliament has approved a series of tax amendments introducing new levies and adjusting existing rates on selected goods and services, as government seeks to raise additional revenue to finance public expenditure in the 2026/27 financial year. The approved bills include the Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026; the Stamp Duty
Horticultural Farmers Seal Deal to Export Chilli, Hot Pepper to Europe
Horticultural farmers in the Bunyoro Region have moved a step closer to international markets after entering a joint venture with local exporter KK Foods to supply fresh produce to Western Europe, including the United Kingdom. The farmers, operating under the Albertine Farmers Association (AFA), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
Court Remands Muhammad Ali Over Shs 13bn Gold Scam
Makindye Magistrates Court has remanded a businessman accused of defrauding Dubai-based investors in a multi-billion shilling fake gold deal. Muhammad Ali was remanded until May 5, 2026, after appearing before court on charges of theft and cheating. The court heard that Ali was arrested following investigations by the Criminal Investigations
BoU turns to Gold to Fortify Uganda’s Reserves
The Bank of Uganda (BoU) has unveiled a three-year pilot programme to buy domestically mined gold, marking astrategic shift aimed at strengthening the country’s foreign exchange reserves while bringing order to the largely informal gold sector. The central bank said it had already begun test purchases under the Domestic Gold
Govt Dismisses Fuel Shortage Fears, Cites Strong Reserves
The Government has assured Ugandans that the country’s fuel supply remains stable, dismissing fears of a potential shortage and urging the public to stay calm. The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) said Uganda’s petroleum supply chain is “stable, sufficient and well-managed,” backed
Government Orders Anti-Bribery Disclaimers in All Public Job Adverts
The Government has cracked down on corruption in public recruitment, directing that all job advertisements must carry clear anti-bribery disclaimers warning applicants against paying money to secure employment. The directive was announced by Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Local Government, Ben Kumumanya, during the opening of an orientation for
UPDF warns of Fake Security Operatives Conning Ugandans
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has issued a stern warning to the public over a worrying rise in criminals posing as security personnel to swindle unsuspecting Ugandans. Speaking at a press briefing at the Ministry of Defence headquarters, Acting Director of Defence Public Information Chris Magezi described the trend
Former Works Minister Monica Azuba Passes On
Former Minister of Works and Transport in Uganda, Monica Azuba, has passed away, Daily Star has learned. Details surrounding her death remain scanty. Azuba, a respected Ugandan engineer and public servant, was appointed Minister of Works and Transport on June 6, 2016, replacing John Byabagambi, who was moved to the
Gov’t Rolls Out Fleet to Take Agricultural Services Closer to Farmers
Government has stepped up efforts to bridge the gap between extension workers and farmers, with Vice President Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Alupo flagging off a fleet of 109 vehicles and 1,034 motorcycles to boost agricultural service delivery across Uganda. The equipment, distributed to 69 districts under the Uganda Climate Smart Agricultural
MP Nakimuli’s Death: EC Awaits Parliament Notice on Kalangala By-election
The Electoral Commission of Uganda says it is on standby, waiting for formal communication from Parliament before it can issue a roadmap for a by-election in Kalangala District following the death of Woman MP-elect Hellen Nakimuli. Electoral Commission Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama said the Commission cannot take any action until
