Uganda Airlines Launches Direct Flight to the UK
Uganda Airlines has launched its inaugural direct flight from Uganda to the United Kingdom, marking a significant milestone for the national carrier. The launch was officiated by the Minister of Works and Transport, Gen. Katumba Wamala. The direct flight to London Gatwick, set to commence on May 18, 2025, will
Isaac Ssemakadde: Arrest Warrants Against Me Are Unjustified and Politically Motivated
The President of the Uganda Law Society, Isaac Ssemakadde, has stated that the arrest warrants issued against him are unjustified and politically motivated. “I am challenging all arrest warrants issued against me, as they are unjustified and politically motivated. A petition is currently before the High Court seeking the cancellation
NFA nabs three suspects in Mabira Forest destruction
In line with the National Forestry Authority’s (NFA) mandate to ensure sustainable forest management and conservation of Central Forest Reserves (CFRs) in Uganda, the NFA enforcement team has arrested three key individuals involved in the illegal clearance and destruction of Mabira Forest, Buikwe District. This decisive action reflects NFA’s commitment
Court Orders Interpol to Arrest ULS President Ssemakadde
Buganda Road Court has issued an international arrest warrant for Isaac Ssemakadde, the President of the Uganda Law Society, ordering Interpol to apprehend him. The warrant was granted by Chief Magistrate Ronald Kayizzi at the request of private prosecutors Tonny Tumukunde and Joshua Byamazima. The lawyers had earlier petitioned the
Speaker Anita Among Calls for Action Against Illicit Financial Flows in Africa
Speaker Anita Among has called for a concerted fight against illicit financial flows, which cause Africa to lose an estimated US$88 billion annually. She made this appeal while presiding over the African Organisation of Public Accounts Committees (AFROPAC) Conference and Fifth Annual General Meeting at the Golden Tulip Hotel, Kampala,
Gov’t Pledges Efficient Power Distribution as Umeme Exit Nears
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD) has reaffirmed the government’s readiness to take over the electricity distribution concession from Umeme Ltd through its agency, the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL), effective April 1, 2025. The Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development is in the advanced stages
The historical tree that gave birth to Besigye and the survival of Court Martial
Since time immemorial, former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye has been a staunch opposition politician in Uganda. Besigye is one of the bush war soldiers who participated in the 1986 liberation war, which paved the way for the establishment of the National Resistance Movement (NRM). The NRM, a ruling party,
Emmanuel Okwi Retires from International Football
Former Uganda Cranes captain Emmanuel Arnold Okwi has announced his retirement from international football, Daily Star can reliably report. Okwi made his senior debut for Uganda in 2009 and quickly established himself as a key player. He was the second-highest scorer at the 2010 CECAFA Cup, netting four goals in
Kagame Orders Belgian Diplomats to Leave Rwanda Within 48 Hours
Rwanda has ordered Belgian diplomats to leave the country within 48 hours, the Daily Star can reliably report. According to Rwanda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Belgium has consistently undermined Rwanda, both historically and during the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where Belgium has played a controversial
Gov’t Drops Murder and Terrorism Charges Against Late MP Mohammed Ssegirinya
The government has dropped murder and terrorism charges against the late Kawempe North MP Mohammed Ssegirinya and directed the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to amend the indictment against Makindye West MP Allan Ssewanyana. Ssegirinya passed away on January 9, 2025, at Lubaga Hospital after battling multiple health complications. His
