Inside Uganda’s Shs 72T Budget: Climate Action, Justice Rise Amid Debt Pressure
Government has placed environmental protection, disaster preparedness and access to justice at the centre of its Shs 72 trillion 2026/27 national budget, signalling a shift towards sustainability and institutional strengthening even as fiscal pressures continue to mount. Presenting the budget, Finance Minister Henry Musasizi said the fiscal plan is anchored
President clears Katungi for Media Centre deputy boss
President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Dennis Katungi as the substantive deputy executive director of the Uganda Media Centre, ending years of acting service in the role. Katungi, who serves as head of communications and media relations at the government communications agency, has been holding the position in an acting capacity
Uganda Airlines, Boeing sign Shs 3.7 trillion aircraft deal
President Yoweri Museveni has witnessed the signing of a Shs3.7 trillion aircraft acquisition agreement between Uganda Airlines and Boeing, marking a significant step in the national carrier’s long-term expansion strategy. The agreement was signed by Uganda Airlines chief executive officer Girma Wake on behalf of the national carrier, while Boeing was
Alupo breaks silence on detained MP Etilu, assures imminent release
Vice President Jessica Alupo has confirmed that Amuria District Woman Member of Parliament Margaret Etilu is in police detention, days after her reported arrest under unclear circumstances triggered concern among legislators. Etilu, an NRM legislator, was reportedly picked up on May 23, 2026, from the residence of Speaker Anita Among,
Museveni pushes fast-track of East African common currency amid trade concerns
President Yoweri Museveni has renewed calls for the fast-tracking of the East African Community (EAC) monetary union, warning that continued delays risk undermining trade and weakening confidence in the bloc’s long-promised economic integration. During a meeting with EAC Secretary-General Stephen Patrick Mbundi at State Lodge Nakasero, Museveni cast the proposed
Uganda commits Shs 460bn deposit in Boeing aircraft deal
Uganda is set to sign an agreement with US aircraft manufacturer Boeing for the acquisition of four planes to support long-haul travel, in a move aimed at expanding the national carrier’s international network. The signing is expected to take place today at State House Entebbe, following a series of engagements
Museveni assures WHO of Uganda’s readiness to contain Ebola outbreak
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has assured the World Health Organization (WHO) of Uganda’s continued preparedness to contain the ongoing Ebola outbreak, emphasising regional cooperation and swift public health interventions to prevent further spread. The President made the remarks during a meeting with the WHO Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, at
Four Ministers Skip Oath Over Citizenship Queries
At least four presidential appointees missed taking the oath as ministers, Daily Star can reliably report. On Tuesday, more than 78 appointees were sworn in as ministers, including the Prime Minister and Vice President, ahead of the 2026–2031 term following vetting by Parliament’s Appointments Committee. Last week, the committee, chaired
First Lady, Dr Muganga miss out as Ministers Take Oath
At least 80 ministers are set to be sworn in later today following the conclusion of the vetting process, Daily Star has learned. Last week, the Parliamentary Appointments Committee, chaired by Speaker Jacob Oboth-Oboth and deputised by Thomas Tayebwa, vetted presidential nominees for various cabinet and state ministerial positions. On
Peace, Economy Take Centre Stage in Museveni’s National Address
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has declared that peace and stability remain Uganda’s greatest achievements, using his State of the Nation Address at Kololo Independence Grounds to outline his government’s priorities at the start of a new term. Addressing the nation, Museveni said sustained security across the country has laid a
