Fire Guts Bakaluba Mall in Mbalwa
A fire has ravaged Bakaluba Mall in Mbalwa, along Ndiwulira Road in a Kampala suburb, Daily Star has learned. Firefighters from the Police Fire Brigade are currently on the scene battling the blaze, which is believed to have started on the top floor of the building before spreading to other
How Okello Was Shot Dead After Bobi Wine’s Rally in Iganga
At least one person has been confirmed dead following a shooting that occurred shortly after a campaign rally for National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, in Iganga. The incident adds to a long string of violent confrontations between security forces and Kyagulanyi’s
Canary Mugume: I am one of the silent men suffering domestic violence
NBS Television investigative journalist Canary Mugume has publicly spoken out about what he describes as years of domestic abuse at the hands of his wife, Fiona Nagirinya, widely known as Sasha Ferguson. The couple married on September 19, 2021, at Miracle Centre Cathedral under the officiation of Pastor Robert Kayanja.
Bobi Wine Accuses Police of Double Standards, Urges Byabakama to Resign
The President of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, has called on Justice Simon Byabakama Mugenyi to resign, citing police brutality against party members during the campaign period. On several occasions, police have fired tear gas at Kyagulanyi’s supporters, claiming they were dispersing
Police Review Viral Videos of NRM Supporters Conducting Military-Style Drills
Police have said they will soon announce their decision regarding videos circulating online showing NRM supporters conducting military-style drills. The clarification comes at a time when over ten National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters are already facing charges related to unlawful military drills. Police spokesperson Rusoke Kituuma said the force is
UHRC Awards Shs160m to Victims of Human Rights Violations
The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) Tribunal sitting in Mbarara City has awarded a total of Shs160 million to victims of human rights violations in two separate cases. In the first ruling delivered by the Chairperson, Mariam Wangadya, the Tribunal awarded Shs80 million to Visensio Mucunguzi, a farmer from Rwenkuriju
World AIDS report: Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response
The global response to HIV has suffered its most significant setback in decades, warns a new UNAIDS report released today ahead of World AIDS Day 2025. Overcoming Disruption, Transforming the AIDS Response details the far-reaching consequences of international funding reductions and lack of global solidarity which sent shockwaves through low-
Ntawo Police Post Commander Shot Dead, AK47 robbed
The officer in charge of Ntawo Police Post has been shot dead during a confrontation with suspected armed robbers, Daily Star has learned. According to a police statement, the incident occurred on the night of November 23, 2025, at around 10:25 PM in Ntawo Cell, Mukono Central Division, Mukono Municipality.
Nyege Nyege: Counter-Terrorism Police Officer Drowns in Kalagala Falls
Police Constable Andrew Alar , a police officer attached to the Counter-Terrorism Unit has drowned at Kalagala Falls on the River Nile, Daily Star has learned. The officer was reportedly deployed to provide security at the ongoing Nyegenye Festival. Marine Police has since launched a search operation to retrieve the
How Bobi Wine Slipped Past Police to Address Supporters in Arua
Police have arrested 32 National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters in Arua following incidents of stone-throwing that damaged police vehicles. On Wednesday, November 19, 2025, Arua District and Arua City hosted NUP presidential candidate Robert Sentamu Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, as part of his campaign tour. Kyagulanyi began his
