MTN equips Bugiri School with computer lab as part of Shs 285 million digital inclusion initiative
MTN Foundation has handed over a fully equipped computer lab to Town View PEAS High School in Bugiri District—marking a significant milestone in the effort to bridge Uganda’s digital divide. The state-of-the-art facility, comprising 30 modern computers, a full year of free internet connectivity, security cameras, and a reliable power
UBC TV Photographer Saad Shots Dies in Road Accident
Renowned socialite and Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC TV) photographer, Saad Byakuleka, popularly known as Saad Shots, has died in a tragic motor accident. His death was confirmed by UBC TV in an official statement. “Our own, Saad Shots, is among the victims confirmed dead in a fatal accident this evening
Court Releases Tumwesigye After 1,500 Days Without Trial in Court Martial
The High Court has released Tumwesigye Enock after he spent over 1,500 days on remand without trial. Tumwesigye was initially arrested on September 4, 2019, in Rubanda and charged with murder. However, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) withdrew the charges on December 9, 2019. He was re-arrested on January
Ugandan Shilling Stabilizes Amid Balanced Market Activity and Central Bank Intervention
The Ugandan shilling maintained a stable trading range between 3660 and 3675, supported by subdued and balanced market activity. This stability follows a significant market correction from last week’s local unit lows of 3730/3740, and a gradual appreciation that closed the week at 3660/3670. The Bank of Uganda intervened in
Over 400 cases pending transfer from Court martial After Supreme Court Verdict
At least 423 cases are pending transfer to civil courts following a Supreme Court ruling that blocked the trial of civilians in the General Court Martial. The revelation was made by Norbert Mao, the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs. The landmark judgment arose from a constitutional appeal filed by
Afreximbank Hosts Inaugural FOCUS Africa Trade and Investment Forum to strengthen economic integration in Africa
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in collaboration with the Ministry of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation (MoPEDIC) of Egypt and the Group of African Ambassadors in Cairo, is hosting the inaugural FOCUS Africa Trade and Investment Forum from 15 to 16 April 2025 at the Dusit Thani Hotel, Cairo,
Standard Chartered, Innovation Village Launch Women in Tech Accelerator Program
Uganda’s entrepreneurial landscape is set to receive a significant skilling and financial boost following the launch of the Women in Tech Uganda Accelerator Program, an initiative of Standard Chartered Foundation in partnership with Standard Chartered Bank, Village Capital and Innovation Village, implemented by Future Lab. This three-year initiative is designed
MultiChoice Uganda Launches new Packages under ‘Ka Weekie’ Campaign
MultiChoice Uganda announced the launch of its new 7-day subscription packages for DStv and GOtv subscribers. The ka Weekie campaign as it has been dubbed, is an exciting new initiative designed to provide more affordable, flexible payment options to customers who want to watch the best entertainment without committing to
Kabale, Busitema Universities Stalled Over Shs 78.2 billion in Unfulfilled Presidential Pledges
Kabale and Busitema Universities are struggling due to Shs 78.2 billion in unfulfilled presidential pledges, Daily Star can reliably report. The pledges, made between 2014 and 2020, were intended to support various development projects at the two public universities. However, the delays in fulfilling these commitments have hindered progress. The
Uganda to repatriate Judge Lydia Mugambe Under Uganda–UK Offender Transfer Law
The Government has extended the application of the Transfer of Convicted Offenders Act to the United Kingdom, the Daily Star has learned. The Act enables the mutual transfer of convicted offenders between Uganda and other Commonwealth countries, allowing them to serve their prison sentences in their respective home countries. Signed
