US Extends AGOA as Ugandan Trade Advocates Welcome Breakthrough in Washington
The United States’ decision to reauthorise the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) through December 2026 has been welcomed by African trade advocates, who see the move as a critical step toward restoring certainty in Africa–U.S. trade relations. President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed legislation extending AGOA with retroactive effect
DNA Backlog shoots up Despite New Equipment
The backlog of Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) cases at the Directorate of Government Analytical Laboratory (DGAL) has increased, according to the latest Auditor General’s report. DGAL was established to provide scientific and forensic analytical services in support of the administration of justice, including criminal investigations and paternity testing. Over the past
Gen. Muhoozi: Baryomunsi Is a Traitor, Will Never Be a Minister Again
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has said that Chris Baryomunsi, the Minister of Information, Communication and National Guidance, will never serve as a minister again. The remarks followed a series of now-deleted tweets by Gen. Muhoozi. While appearing on Capital FM’s political talk show, Capital Gang,
Court Remands lawyer Mabirizi Over Hate Speech
Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court has remanded lawyer Hassan Male Mabirizi to Luzira Prison over allegations of hate speech and spreading malicious information. Mabirizi appeared before Chief Magistrate Ritah Neumbe Kidasa, facing charges related to statements he allegedly made against the newly appointed Chief Justice Zeija Flavian and Justice Musa
Girma Emerges as Possible Successor to Jennifer Bamuturaki
Girma Wake, a retired airline industry executive and former chairman of the Ethiopian Airlines Group, is being viewed as a possible candidate to replace Uganda Airlines Chief Executive Officer Jennifer Bamuturaki. Bamuturaki has served as CEO of the national carrier since 2022. According to an internal communication reportedly sent to
Bobi Wine: Army Now Fully Occupying My Home
The army has reportedly taken over the premises of former presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine. The revelation was made by Kyagulanyi himself and follows a military raid on his home in Magere last month. “Last night, the military surrounding our home in Magere once again
Delayed Justice Trap Juvenile Offenders in remand homes – report
The government has come under scrutiny over persistent congestion in juvenile remand homes and the prolonged detention of children beyond legally recommended periods. Uganda currently has seven remand homes and one national rehabilitation centre mandated to protect, rehabilitate, and reintegrate juvenile offenders (JOs). However, a recent Auditor General’s report paints
Bamuturaki Leaves Uganda Airlines
Jennifer Bamuturaki is set to leave Uganda Airlines as the Cheif Executive Officer (CEO) of Uganda Airlines, Daily Satr has learned. According to the communication allegedly from the CEO, her position will advertised shortly. Daily Star couldnot verify when she is scheduled to leave. “The Board will advertise the position
Nameere’s Walk to Parliament Hangs in the Balance as NUP’s Nalubowa Challenges Magistrate’s Ruling
The National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate, Rose Nalubowa, has petitioned the Masaka High Court challenging a decision by Chief Magistrate Albert Asiimwe that declared National Resistance Movement’s (NRM) Justine Nameere as the Masaka City Woman Member of Parliament–elect. On Sunday, Chief Magistrate Albert Asiimwe declared Nameere the duly elected MP
Airtel Revenues Hit $4.7bn as Data and Mobile Money Drive Growth
Airtel Africa has posted revenues of $4.67 billion for the nine-month period ended December 2025, underlining strong growth momentum driven by data services, mobile money, and continued network investment. According to the company’s latest trading update, revenues rose by 24.6% in constant currency and 28.3% in reported currency, supported by
