Museveni to launch Shs 463.2b Hoima City Stadium
President Yoweri Museveni is set to commission the $129 million (Shs 463.2 billion) Hoima City Stadium on Wednesday, marking the official launch of one of Uganda’s most expensive sports infrastructure projects, Daily Star has learned. The commissioning follows the official handover of the stadium on Monday by Turkish contractor SUMMA
Gen. Muhoozi Reserves the Right to Clear Elon Musk’s Starlink Technology Devices
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has blocked the importation of Starlink technology gadgets following guidance from the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC). “This communication serves to officially notify staff about the immediate restriction on the importation and customs clearance of Starlink technology gadgets, communication equipment, and associated components,” URA said in
Grief as Kabaka’s sister Omumbejja Diana Ndege is Laid to Rest
Omumbejja Diana Balizzamuggale Teyeggala Ndege has been laid to rest at the Kasubi Royal Tombs. She was a daughter of the late Kabaka Edward Muteesa II and a sister to Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II. Her burial at the royal site underscored her status as a senior member of the
Court rejects Mandatory Bail for Detained NUP Supporters
The Kawempe Chief Magistrates Court has dismissed a mandatory bail application filed by ten supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP), despite them having spent more than 60 days on remand. Last month, the suspects petitioned the court seeking mandatory release, arguing that their continued detention violated the constitutional requirement
Court to Rule on Halting Besigye Treason Trial
The High Court is set to determine whether the treason trial against jailed former presidential candidate Rt. Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye and his aide Hajji Obeid Lutale should be paused pending the Constitutional Court’s decision on a petition challenging the continued involvement of trial judge Emmanuel Baguma. In October, Besigye
AFCON to Be Held Every Four Years- CAF
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will undergo changes to its scheduling, with the tournament now set to be held every four years instead of the current two-year cycle, Daily Star has learned. The revelation was made by Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe. “Hosting will go to
Museveni Accuses Karua, Lukwago of Delaying Besigye’s Trial
President Yoweri Museveni has accused former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye and his legal team of deliberately frustrating court proceedings, leading to his prolonged detention. The President’s position was relayed to residents of Rukungiri by the Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, during a public engagement held on Museveni’s behalf.
Court relieves Sseggona, Throws Out Walukagga’s Petition
The High Court has dismissed a petition filed by Mathias Walukagga challenging his disqualification by the Electoral Commission (EC) from contesting in the parliamentary race. Led by Kawempe North Member of Parliament Luwimbazi Nalukoola, Walukagga’s legal team argued that he met the required academic qualifications and that the EC acted
Kabaka’s Sister Omumbejja Teyeggala to Be Buried at Kasubi Royal Tombs
Omumbejja Diana Balizzamuggale Teyeggala Ndege has passed away. Her death was confirmed by the Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga. She was a daughter of the late Edward Muteesa II and a sister to Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II. Speaking to the media, Katikkiro Mayiga said Omumbejja Diana had been
Uganda Prisons Fires Ngora Warder Over Viral TikTok Criticism
The Uganda Prisons Service has dismissed a Ngora-based warder after his blunt social media videos accusing the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) of corruption and mismanagement went viral, triggering a national debate on free speech within the security forces. Lawrence Ampe, a prisons warder attached to Ngora Prison, was quietly
