Electoral Commission Offers Remedy for Missing Voter Details
All eligible Ugandans who applied for voter registration but whose details are missing from the National Voters Register have an opportunity to present their case for inclusion, Daily Star has learned. Last month, the Electoral Commission commenced the display of the National Voters Register in preparation for the 2026 general
Pope Leo XIV is a mathematician and professor of law
Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost was born on September 14, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois, to Louis Marius Prevost, of French and Italian descent, and Mildred Martínez, of Spanish descent. He has two brothers, Louis Martín and John Joseph. He spent his childhood and adolescence with his family and
Breaking: American Robert Prevost elected new pope
Cardinals have elected Robert Prevost has been elected the new pope, making history as the first American to lead the Catholic Church. Prevost has been elected following the three rounds of voting in the highly secretive papal conclave. The conclave follows the death of Pope Francis. White smoke at the
Sistine Chapel: Joy as Catholic Church gets a new Pope
Cardinals have elected a new pope following the three rounds of voting in the highly secretive papal conclave. The conclave follows the death of Pope Francis. White smoke at the Vatican signaled the election of a new pope, whose identity will be revealed shortly. A total of 133 cardinal electors
How to Remotely Verify Your Voter Details
To save voters from the hassle of transportation costs and long queues, the Electoral Commission now allows registered voters to verify their details remotely and at their convenience. Voters can confirm their registration information online by visiting the Electoral Commission’s website and entering their National Identification Number (NIN). After submitting
Electoral Commission Urges Ugandans to Update Voter Details
The Electoral Commission (EC) has called on Ugandans to turn up and update their information during the ongoing display of the National Voters Register. The display exercise began on April 25, 2025, and is set to conclude on May 15, 2025. It is a critical step in ensuring transparency, accuracy,
Parliament queries Shs 5 billion NAM funds
Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee [PAC – Central Government] has directed the Office of the President to provide a detailed breakdown of Shs 5 billion spent on the Non-Aligned Movement [NAM] Summit that Uganda hosted in January 2024. The directive was issued during a session chaired by Muwanga Kivumbi, on Wednesday,
Black Smoke Again: Cardinals Fail to Elect a New Pope
The cardinals have once again failed to elect a new pope, following two inconclusive votes this morning. They will now break for lunch before returning to the Sistine Chapel this afternoon for a fourth—and possibly fifth—round of voting. Thousands have gathered at the Vatican, eyes fixed on the chapel’s chimney.
David Wandera appointed Managing Director of Absa Bank Uganda
David Wandera has been appointed as Managing Director of Absa Bank Uganda effective 5 May 2025, following the necessary regulatory approval from the Bank of Uganda. David is an accomplished banker with over 20 years of diverse experience in business leadership, financial management, strategy and stakeholder engagement. Prior to this
Court Dismisses Terrorism, Treason Charges Against 36 FDC Members
The International Crimes Division of Uganda’s High Court has dismissed all charges of terrorism and treason against 36 members of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC). The group, arrested in Kenya and handed over to Ugandan authorities, had been accused of engaging in covert activities deemed subversive to Kenyan security
