NUP Candidate Osbert Kato Defects to NRM, Clears Path for Tayebwa
The National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Osbert Kato has defected to the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). Kato had initially sought to contest the Ruhinda North parliamentary seat on the NUP ticket, where he would have challenged Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa. He was officially welcomed by President Yoweri Museveni at
Court Remands Hongera Saana Boss Over Shs 800M Procurement Scam
The State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU), working with the Office of the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), has arraigned Muyomba Ashiraf, Executive Director of Hongera Saana Uganda Ltd, before the KCCA Chief Magistrate’s Court on charges of obtaining goods by false pretence, forgery, and
Museveni Appoints Gen. Tukachngurwa as New Court Martial Chairperson
President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Brig. Gen. Tukachngurwa Richard as the Chairperson of the General Court Martial. He replaces Brig. Gen. Robert Freeman Mugabe, who has served as Chairperson of the General Court Martial (GCM) for three terms. During his tenure, Mugabe presided over several high-profile cases, including the treason
Anne Juuko Resigns her position at Standard Bank Group
Anne Juuko, who has been serving as the Regional Head of East Africa for Global Markets at Standard Bank Group and previously as CEO of Stanbic Bank Uganda has stepped down from her role. Her resignation came in December 2025, marking one and a half years in the regional position.
Ugandans in Switzerland Get Access to National IDs
Ugandans Abroad Swiss-based Ugandans are now able to apply for National IDs, register for National Identification Numbers (NINs) even for children and update personal details without leaving the country, Daily Star has learned. But the latest outreach by the Ugandan Embassy came with more than just paperwork. From 26th to 29th November
PM Nabbanja, Police Get Major Allocation in Shs 8.1tn Supplementary Budget
Parliament has approved a supplementary budget of Shs 8.1 trillion for the 2025/26 financial year after being recalled from recess to consider urgent expenditure schedules. The process began on October 20, 2025, when the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MoFPED) presented the first schedules amounting to Shs 1.696
World AIDS Day: Sex Workers Receive Comprehensive SRHR Services and Commodities at Kigungu Landing Site
Due to the high HIV prevalence at major fishing and landing sites across the country, more than 300 women and sex workers at Kigungu Landing Site have received Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) and HIV services as the world marks World AIDS Day. During the session, community members
NUP’s Mpaka Cross to NRM After Withdrawing From Mbarara Race
Peter Mpaka, who recently withdrew from the Mbarara City North parliamentary race, and Mark Itogooro Nyabihemu, the former NUP mayoral candidate for Mbarara City, have both quit the National Unity Platform (NUP). The two were officially presented to President Museveni at the Golf Course grounds in Booma Cell, Mbarara City.
NUP Seeks Justice for Slain Supporter Misaki Okello
The National Unity Platform (NUP) has vowed to drag the government to court over the killing of their supporter, Misaki Okello. The announcement was made by NUP coordinator Mwiru Paul. Mwiru said the party is liaising with the family to take legal action against the government, noting that if accountability is
Bobi Wine: Adopt Backup Communication Options Ahead of Possible Election Internet Shutdowns
National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, spent yesterday campaigning across Masaka, one of Buganda Kingdom’s most politically influential cities. Wearing a kanzu, the Kingdom’s traditional men’s attire, Kyagulanyi received an enthusiastic welcome from supporters, despite earlier delays caused by a security roadblock
