Nabakooba calls Climate-Resilient Cities as Urban Pressures Mount
Uganda’s next generation of cities must be designed to withstand the growing pressures of climate change, with housing developments anchored on resilience, sustainability and inclusiveness, the government has said. Speaking during the 20th anniversary celebrations of Akright City off Entebbe Road, Lands, Housing and Urban Development minister Judith Nabakooba, representing
Uncertainty deepens over Kivumbi detention as state stays silent
The government is yet to provide clarity on the whereabouts of National Unity Platform (NUP) vice president for Buganda, Muwanga Kivumbi, days after his reported re-arrest shortly after being granted bail, raising fresh concerns within opposition circles about due process and state transparency. Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi,
Wangadya’s resignation: Bobi Wine accuses gov’t of ‘discarding loyalists’
The reported resignation of Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) chairperson Mariam Wangadya has ignited fresh political debate, with National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, accusing the government of abandoning officials once they outlive their usefulness. Yesterday, Kyagulanyi described Wangadya’s exit as part of a
Cheptegei storms to victory at Durban 10K as Cherop claims women’s crown
Uganda’s long-distance star Joshua Cheptegei delivered a commanding performance to win the 2026 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Durban 10K, clocking an impressive 27:19 in a race that attracted thousands of runners on Sunday. The Olympic and world champion dominated the 9th edition of the race, breaking away from the leading
Wangadya resigns as UHRC chairperson amid internal disputes
Mariam Wangadya has resigned as Chairperson of the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC), Daily Star has learned, following months of internal leadership wrangles within the institution. In a resignation letter dated July 6, 2026, addressed to President Yoweri Museveni, Wangadya formally stepped down from her position. “I hereby tender my
Inside the released Shs 23.03 Trillion for quarter one spending
The Ministry of Finance has released Shs 23.03 trillion for the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year, representing 27 percent of the approved national budget, as government moves to sustain service delivery and economic activity. The Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury, Ramathan Ggoobi, said the releases have
Kivumbi rearrested hours after securing bail
National Unity Platform (NUP) Vice President for Buganda, Muwanga Kivumbi, has been rearrested in Mpigi, just hours after being granted bail by court. Kivumbi was intercepted at a roadblock while travelling to Kampala, in a dramatic turn of events that has raised fresh questions about his legal troubles and movements.
Muwanga Kivumbi granted Shs 10m bail
The International Crimes Division of the High Court has granted bail to National Unity Platform (NUP) deputy president for Buganda, Muwanga Kivumbi, along with 17 co-accused in an ongoing terrorism case. apearing before Justice Susan Okalany, Kivumbi, who has been on remand since January 2026, was granted a cash bail
Naalya SS student dies in toilet block
Police in Bweyogerere have opened investigations into the death of an 18-year-old student at Naalya Secondary School Bweyogerere Campus in Kira Municipality, Wakiso District. The student was reportedly found hanging inside a school toilet block on the evening of July 8, 2026. Kampala Metropolitan deputy police spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire said
Court dismisses Besigye application against Gen Muhoozi
The High Court has dismissed an application filed by former presidential candidate Dr Kizza Besigye challenging the conduct of the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, in relation to his arrest and prosecution. Besigye and Obed Lutale, through a team of lawyers from 23 law firms led by Lukwago &
