One Shot Dead at MP Ssekikubo’s Rally
At least one person has been shot dead at a political rally organized by Lwemiyaga County Member of Parliament, Theodore Ssekikubo, Daily Star has learned. The victim has been identified as 25-year-old Sembusi Alex, according to sources familiar with the incident. Details surrounding the shooting remain unclear, and authorities are
Court Rejects State’s Bid to Access Besigye, Lutale’s Phone Data
The Nakawa Chief Magistrate’s Court has rejected a State application seeking access to phone data belonging to Dr. Kizza Besigye and Hajji Obeid Lutale. Prosecutors argued that the phone records were needed to bolster their case. Supporters of Besigye, present in court, erupted in celebration following the ruling. However, Chief
Court Dismisses Case Against Deputy Lord Mayor Nyanjura, Ingrid Turinawe, Activists
Buganda Road Magistrates Court has dismissed a case against Kampala Deputy Lord Mayor Doreen Nyanjura and four other activists — Ingrid Turinawe, Phiona Kyabayiza, Faridah Nangonzi, and Shadia Namubiru. The group had been facing charges of being a public nuisance following their arrest during a protest over the detention of
Tribunal Orders Shs 9M Payout to Arodu Over Police Torture
The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) Tribunal has ordered the government to compensate Arodu Herbert with Shs 9 million for torture, inhuman, and degrading treatment. In 2010, Arodu Herbert sued the Attorney General before the Commission, seeking compensation for alleged torture and illegal detention. According to the complaint, Arodu was
Gen. Muhoozi promotes Brig. Muwonge, tasks him to Lead Fight Against ADF in DRC
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has appointed Brigadier Paul Muwonge as the new commander of the UPDF Mountain Infantry Division, based in Fort Portal, western Uganda. Brigadier Muwonge has been promoted from his previous role as Deputy Commander of
Court Orders Return of Eron Kiiza’s Passport Following Bail Conditions
The court has ordered the release of Eron Kiiza’s passport, which had been withheld under stringent bail conditions imposed in April. On January 7, 2025, the court martial convicted Kiiza of contempt and sentenced him to nine months’ imprisonment. He appealed the conviction in both the Court Martial Appeals and
President Museveni Picks NRM Nomination Forms ahead of 2026 Elections
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni is expected to officially pick up nomination forms this Saturday at the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Electoral Commission offices, signaling his intent to retain both the party chairmanship and the presidential flag bearer slot ahead of the 2026 general elections. This announcement was made earlier today
Mystery as Shs 192 Million Disappears from FINCA Bank
In the quiet hours before dawn, a well-orchestrated heist struck the FINCA Bank branch in Nakasongola, leaving behind more questions than answers and a vault lighter by over Shs 192 million. According to Sam Twiineamazima, spokesperson for the Savannah Regional Police, the thieves executed the robbery with chilling precision, escaping with Shs 192,587,800,
Col. Bagonza Hails President Museveni As Sfc Opens 3Rd Inter-Unit Rifle Competition
The Commander of the Three Special Force Group, Col. Wilson Bagonza, has hailed President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, also Commander-In- Chief of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), for his unwavering support towards the training and equipping of the army. He said the President’s support to UPDF is instrumental in enhancing
Central Banks Pivot to Gold as Confidence in Dollar Wavers
The global economic order is under strain, and public investors are responding. Just a year ago, central bank reserve managers overwhelmingly favored the U.S. dollar. Many were also prepared to take on more risk to boost returns. Today, that narrative has shifted: the dollar’s dominance is being questioned, and gold
