UNAIDS reacts to WHO Member States reaching Pandemic Agreement consensus
Delegates at the World Health Organization (WHO) Intergovernmental Negotiating Body (INB) have reached a consensus on the Pandemic Agreement. Negotiations began in 2021, with an aim of building a framework for pandemic preparedness, prevention, and response that learned from the COVID-19 and AIDS pandemics. The Joint United Nations Programme on
Maj Gen Richard Otto Appointed New UPDF Intelligence Chief
The Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has appointed Major General Richard Otto as the new Chief of Defence Intelligence and Security (CDIS) of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), formerly known as the Chieftaincy of Military Intelligence (CMI). Otto is the current Mountain Infantry Division Commander in Fort
UPDF secures topographic mapping equipment worth 10.9 billion from Russia
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) recently received a consignment of topographic mapping equipment worth USD 3 million (Shs 10.9 billion), donated by the Russian Federation’s Ministry of Defence. The equipment was officially handed over at the Special Forces Command (SFC) Headquarters in Entebbe. Major General Sergey Marchuk, head of
MP Shamim Malende to Undergo Surgery at Aga Khan Hospital
Kampala Woman Member of Parliament, Shamim Malende, is set to undergo surgery at Aga Khan Hospital in Kenya following a deterioration in her health, Daily Star has learned. Malende was flown to Kenya last week for specialized medical treatment after her condition continued to decline. Prior to this, she had
Stanbic Bank, Umeme Lose Shs 9.2 billion Appeal Against Makubuya
The Commercial Division of the High Court has dismissed an appeal filed by Stanbic Bank Uganda Ltd and Umeme Ltd, contesting garnishee orders in favour of Makubuya William, trading as Polla Plast, over Shs 9.2 billion. The dispute dates back to 2008, when Makubuya purchased plastic manufacturing equipment from BMK
2026 Elections: Electoral Commission Sets New Dates for Display of Voters Register
Justice Simon Byabakama Mugenyi, Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), has announced revised dates for the display of the National Voters Register and Registers for Special Interest Groups (SIGs) ahead of the 2025/2026 General Elections. The Electoral Commission, mandated under Section 26 of the Electoral Commission Act to compile, maintain,
Experts call for Community Involvement in Water Safety Amid Rising Drowning Cases in Uganda
Amid a surge in drowning incidents across Uganda, experts are calling on the government to actively involve local communities in water safety initiatives. This appeal follows multiple media reports of recent tragedies, including the deaths of seven individuals who drowned in Lake Victoria last week. Steve Wills, a UK-based drowning
Court Ruling: Tight Security Guard Connived in Nile Distilleries Warehouse Theft
Blue Nile Distilleries and APA Insurance have lost a Shs 89.3 million lawsuit against Tight Security Ltd. On January 29, 2020, Blue Nile Distilleries and its insurer, APA Insurance, filed a suit in the Commercial Division of the High Court seeking to recover Shs 89.3 million following the theft of
Pictorial: Former UCU Vice Chancellor, Wife Celebrate 40 Years of Marriage
Over the weekend, the former Vice Chancellor of Uganda Christian University (UCU), Canon Dr. John Senyonyi, and his wife, Canon Ruth Ssenyonyi, celebrated their 40 Years of Marriage at Namirembe Cathedral. The couple originally exchanged vows at the same cathedral in 1985. This time, they returned to the hallowed halls
2026 Election: Mawejje Announces Bid to Challenge President Museveni
Francis Mawejje has officially declared his intention to run against President Yoweri Museveni in the upcoming 2026 general elections. Mawejje, a boda-boda rider and graduate in International Relations and Diplomacy from Cavendish University, made the announcement earlier today. At 30 years old, Mawejje says he is stepping into the race
