Victoria University Inaugurates Tribunal to Strengthen Governance and Justice
Victoria University officially inaugurated its University Tribunal at a ceremony held at Speke Resort Munyonyo, marking a significant step in enhancing governance, discipline, and conflict resolution within the institution. The tribunal members took their Oath of Office before Buganda Road Court Magistrate, His Worship Ronald Kayizzi, who presided over the
Police Nab Brian White, Court Saves Him from Luzira Prison
Makindye Chief Magistrate’s Court today declined to read human sacrifice charges against socialite Brian Kirumira, aka Bryan White, on medical grounds. The court ordered that he be returned to the hospital. White faces multiple charges, including manslaughter, possession of narcotic drugs, and others. A suspected fire accident at the home
LEGS Project Spurs Economic Growth and Livelihood Transformation in Bunyangabu
A joint delegation from the Ministry of Local Government, the Ministry of Finance, and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has visited Bunyangabu District as part of the closure mission for the Local Economic Growth Support (LEGS) Project. The district is benefiting from both Component A, which focuses on enhancing agricultural
DDP drops charges against Prof. Waswa Balunywa
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has dropped all corruption charges against former Makerere University Business School (MUBS) Principal, Prof. Waswa Balunywa. This decision marks the end of a two-month legal standoff that began shortly after Prof. Balunywa’s controversial reappointment as MUBS Principal. In a letter dated November 7 and
Masadde recognized among Africa’s 100 Most Influential Women
The Uganda Institute of Banking and Financial Services (UIBFS) Chief Executive Officer, Goretti Masadde, has been recognized among Africa’s 100 Most Influential Women for 2025. She earns herself this prestigious award for being recognized as a visionary leader at UIBFS where she is the first female CEO. While in office,
How the Iron Sheets Case Shattered Minister Lugoloobi’s Life
State Minister for Planning Amos Lugoloobi has opened up about the emotional and personal toll of the iron sheets scandal that saw him arrested, detained, and charged with corruption in 2023. From losing his U.S. visa and bank accounts to facing public humiliation, the minister says the ordeal left him
NUP’s Olivia Lutaaya Charged with Unlawful Drilling
National Unity Platform (NUP) member Olivia Lutaaya has been charged with unlawful drilling at the party’s offices in Makerere-Kavule, Kampala. Lutaaya was among 89 NUP supporters arrested and detained last Friday as party president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, traveled to Bwizibwera in Mbarara District to canvass
Behind Bars: The 303 Children Who Call Prison Home
In the quiet corners of Uganda’s prisons, 303 children wake up each morning to the sound of keys and metal gates not alarm clocks or school bells. They live with their mothers behind bars, their childhoods unfolding in places built for punishment, not play. According to the Uganda Prisons Service
Mbarara Chaos: 89 nabbed NUP Supporters Transferred to Unknown Location
Mbarara Chaos: 89 nabbed NUP Supporters Transferred to Unknown Location Supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) who were arrested in Mbarara District have been transferred from Mbarara Central Police Station to an unknown destination, Daily Star has learned. According to sources, 89 NUP supporters were detained last Friday as party
Brian White’s Wife, Doctor nabbed over Nalubwama’s death
A suspected fire accident at the home of flamboyant city socialite Brian Kirumira, popularly known as Brian White, has evolved into a full-blown criminal investigation, leading to the arrest of four people — including a doctor, a nurse, and Brian White’s wife. Police confirmed the detention of Dr. Joyce Irene
