Former Supreme Mufti Siliman Kasule Ndirangwa is dead
Former Supreme Mufti of the Kibuli-based Muslim faction in Uganda, Sheikh Siliman Kasule Ndirangwa, has passed away, Daily Star can reliably report. In April 2021, Ndirangwa has stepped down from his role with immediate effect. In a brief statement, he attributed his resignation to internal conflicts within the Kibuli leadership.
Court Upholds 12-Year Sentence for Mowzey Radio’s Killer
The Court of Appeal has upheld the 12-year and 3-month prison sentence for Wamala Godfrey, also known as Troy, who was convicted of manslaughter in connection with the death of popular Ugandan musician Mowzey Radio. A panel of three justices—Christopher Gashirabake, Dr. Asa Mugenyi, and John Mike Musisi—dismissed Troy’s appeal
Uganda, Senegal and Kenya Top African Development Bank’s Electricity Regulatory Index, as Regulators Drive Tangible Reforms
Kenya and Senegal have claimed the top spots in the African Development Bank’s 2024 Electricity Regulatory Index (ERI) demonstrating exceptional progress in power sector governance and regulatory outcomes. The comprehensive assessment, officially unveiled today at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town, evaluates regulatory frameworks across 43 African countries. Uganda,
Stanbic Bank launches new FlexiPay campaign to bolster financial inclusion and digital transformation
Stanbic Bank Uganda announced the launch of an exciting, three-month nationwide campaign to boost its innovative digital payments platform FlexiPay. The campaign dubbed the Flexipay Cashback Explosion kicked off at the offices of Boda Boda Banja in Kampala, one of the bank’s key merchant partners in Kampala, with the goal of revolutionising
Tanzania celebrates and honors Akinwumi Adesina’s impactful legacy as President of the African Development Bank
The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania has honored the President of the African Development Bank Group Dr Akinwumi Adesina describing him as “a visionary leader, a tireless son of Africa who has dedicated his life to transform the narrative of the continent.” President Samia Suluhu Hassan praised Adesina’s
2026 Elections: UHRC Cautions Security Agencies on Human Rights
The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) has called on security agencies to uphold human rights as Uganda prepares for the 2026 General Elections, emphasizing that doing so is not optional—it is a legal and moral obligation. Electoral seasons in Uganda have historically been marked by heightened tensions, with reports of
New six months HIV Injectables cost Shs 100 million
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved long-acting injectable lenacapavir for HIV prevention. The new medicine is administered by injection once every six months and is a significant step in improving prevention options for people at risk of HIV infection around the world. In an interview, Gilead
Over 45 Ugandans Near Turkey Border Await Evacuation Amid Israel-Iran war
The Government of Uganda is devising measures to evacuate Ugandan nationals caught in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, according to Vincent Bagire, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Tensions between Israel and Iran escalated dramatically on June 13, 2025, with both countries exchanging military strikes. The
Wazalendo SACCO Empowers UPDF Troops In Somalia
Wazalendo Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (WSACCO) has launched a financial literacy and empowerment campaign targeting Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) troops deployed in Somalia under the United Nations Guard Unit (UNGU) and the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). The sensitisation drive focused on promoting financial
Court Battle Looms Over New UPDF Law
The National Unity Platform (NUP) has resolved to challenge the recently enacted Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Act, 2025 in the Constitutional Court, citing constitutional concerns over the trial of civilians in military courts. This comes after President Yoweri Museveni on Monday assented to the controversial bill passed by Parliament
