Fly Express Cries Foul Over Shs 8 Million in Accumulated EPS Fines
Several motorists along the Kampala–Entebbe Road have expressed frustration over what they describe as punitive enforcement of the Express Penalty System (EPS), which the government began implementing more stringently last month. The EPS, part of the broader Intelligent Traffic Monitoring System (ITMS), issues automated fines for various traffic violations. These
NRM Secretary General Commends China for Supporting Uganda’s Development
The Secretary General of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), Richard Todwong, has praised the government of China for its generous contributions to Uganda’s growth, development, and the prosperity of its people—particularly through numerous infrastructure projects. Todwong made the remarks today at the NRM Headquarters on Plot 10, Kyadondo Road, Kampala,
Ssenyonyi Raises alarm as Ugandans Bear Brunt of Hefty EPS Penalties
Leader of the Opposition in Parliament (LoP), Joel Ssenyonyi, has raised concerns about the recently intensified implementation of the automated Electronic Penalty System (EPS), which is currently being enforced across the country. Last month, the government began enforcing the EPS more rigorously. The system issues automated fines for a variety
Equity Bank Uganda Faces Backlash Over Alleged Unauthorized Withdrawals
Equity Bank Uganda is once again under fire after a customer accused the institution of withdrawing a significant amount of her savings without her permission. According to a social media post cited by Daily Star, the disgruntled client claimed she had Shs 8 million in her account. However, she was stunned to
Security Forces Raid NUP Offices ahead of the delegates conference
Security forces from the police and army have raided the National Unity Platform (NUP) offices in Kavule during the distribution of expression of interest forms, Daily Star has learned. The incident was revealed by Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, the President of NUP. According to reports, the
NRM Denounces Media Narrative on Speaker Among’s Tribute to President
The NRM fraternity has noted with deep concern the misleading and sensational headline published by the Daily Monitor, alleging that the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Annet Among, referred to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni as “God.” “We categorically reject this distortion as a blatant misrepresentation of her remarks and a deliberate
2026 Elections: PFF National Executive Committee meet to approve Electoral Road Map
As the countdown to the 2026 general elections intensifies, the newly registered People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) is preparing to release its official electoral road map—just days after receiving its certificate of registration as a political party. Last week, the Electoral Commission granted PFF formal recognition after more than six
Ssegona Seeks to Succeed Kyagulanyi as NUP Party President
Busiro East Member of Parliament, Medard Lubega Ssegona, has announced his intention to succeed Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, as the next president of the National Unity Platform (NUP). “At the end of Kyagulanyi’s two agreed terms as party president, the next NUP leader will come from
Court Dismisses Roko’s Bid to Halt Shs 1.5 Billion Payout to Pramukh Steel
Roko Construction Company has suffered a legal setback after the High Court declined its application to stop the enforcement of a judgment requiring it to pay more than Shs 1.5 billion to Pramukh Steel Limited. Presiding over the matter, Justice Dr. Ginamia Melody Ngwatu ruled that Roko had not met
Cedric Babu’s Final Journey: Capt. Francis Babu Tasks Gen. Muhoozi to Reform Military Healthcare to curb medical tourism
At the funeral of his son, Cedric Babu Ndilima, Capt. Francis Babu made an emotional appeal to the Commander of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, urging him to prioritize the equipping of military hospitals to reduce the number of Ugandans seeking medical care abroad. Gen. Muhoozi, a childhood friend
