Court quashes Besigye’s Bail application, Orders Him to Take Plea
Former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye has again been denied bail, with court directing that he first takes plea on the charges levelled against him. The High Court judge Emmanuel Baguma also declined to halt the criminal trial pending the determination of a Constitutional Court petition challenging the proceedings. However, the
Court to Rule on Pausing Besigye’s Treason Trial Amid Judge Impartiality Petition
The High Court is set to deliver its ruling on whether the treason trial against jailed former presidential candidate Rt. Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye and his aide Hajji Obeid Lutale should be paused pending the Constitutional Court’s decision on a petition challenging the continued involvement of trial judge Emmanuel Baguma.
Hearing of Ssekikubo, Rwashande petition kicks off at High Court
The hearing of an electoral petition against the National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate for the Lwemiyaga County seat, Brigadier General (Rtd) Emmanuel Rwashande, has kicked off at the High Court. In December, Lwemiyaga County MP Theodore Ssekikubo petitioned the court, challenging Rwashande’s nomination and academic qualifications after the Electoral Commission
Conflicting Claims Emerge Over Death of NUP Supporter in Mpigi
Conflicting accounts have emerged over the death of Edward Mukwaya, a supporter of the National Unity Platform (NUP), following a campaign rally by presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, in Mpigi District. Opposition leader Kyagulanyi announced Mukwaya’s death on social media, alleging that police officers assaulted
Inside Bobi Wine–Tayebwa Clash Over Alleged Sham NUP Candidates
Earlier this week, National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, accused the Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, of presenting sham NUP candidates to President Yoweri Museveni. Bobi Wine’s accusations come after about 250 NUP leaders from Kyenjojo, Bundibugyo, and Bunyangabo districts led
Seven Family Members Killed in Masaka–Mbarara Highway Crash
At least seven members of the same family lost their lives in a tragic road traffic crash at Njagalakasayi along the Masaka–Mbarara Highway in Lwengo District, Daily Star has learned. The crash involved a Fuso Fighter truck, registration number UBP 510V, and a Toyota Fielder, registration number UBH 476W. According
Museveni Dissolves Fisheries Protection Unit Amid growing Complaints
President Yoweri Museveni has dissolved the Fisheries Protection Unit (FPU) and relieved its commander, Lt Col Mercy Tukahirwa, of her duties amid growing complaints from fishing communities over alleged abuses. The directive, issued with immediate effect through the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, was confirmed on Friday by
Archbishop Kaziimba preaches Peace and Tolerance Ahead of Elections
The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu, has urged both political actors and voters to embrace peace, tolerance, and mutual respect, warning that political competition should not come at the cost of national unity. Speaking during the Christmas service at All Saints Church, Archbishop Kaziimba drew parallels
Who are the 16 unopposed NRM MPs
The Electoral Commission has declared National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate Byamukama Fred unopposed as the Member of Parliament for Bugangaizi West Constituency. Byamukama was declared by Honest Baguma, the Returning Officer for Kakumiro Electoral District. “I, Honest Baguma, being the Returning Officer for Kakumiro Electoral District, pursuant to Section 31(1)(b)
World Bank Flags Uganda’s Rising Fiscal Pressures Amid Economic Growth
Uganda’s economic growth remains strong, with real gross domestic product (GDP) rising to 6.3 percent in FY2024/2025, up from 6.1 percent the previous year. A new World Bank report attributes this performance to a recovery in household consumption, accelerated government spending, and continued investment growth. The 26th edition of the
