Grief as Parliament Mourns Kalangala MP Hellen Nakimuli
The Parliament of Uganda has paid tribute to the late Kalangala District Woman Member of Parliament, Hellen Nakimuli, whose body is lying in state. Nakimuli died on Sunday following a minor surgical procedure at Alexandria Specialized Hospital along Yusuf Lule Road in Kampala. She reportedly passed away shortly after undergoing
Inside New Taxes on Imports, Fuel, Cooking Oil and Cement
Parliament has approved a series of tax amendments introducing new levies and adjusting existing rates on selected goods and services, as government seeks to raise additional revenue to finance public expenditure in the 2026/27 financial year. The approved bills include the Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026; the Stamp Duty
Court Remands Muhammad Ali Over Shs 13bn Gold Scam
Makindye Magistrates Court has remanded a businessman accused of defrauding Dubai-based investors in a multi-billion shilling fake gold deal. Muhammad Ali was remanded until May 5, 2026, after appearing before court on charges of theft and cheating. The court heard that Ali was arrested following investigations by the Criminal Investigations
Government Orders Anti-Bribery Disclaimers in All Public Job Adverts
The Government has cracked down on corruption in public recruitment, directing that all job advertisements must carry clear anti-bribery disclaimers warning applicants against paying money to secure employment. The directive was announced by Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Local Government, Ben Kumumanya, during the opening of an orientation for
UPDF warns of Fake Security Operatives Conning Ugandans
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has issued a stern warning to the public over a worrying rise in criminals posing as security personnel to swindle unsuspecting Ugandans. Speaking at a press briefing at the Ministry of Defence headquarters, Acting Director of Defence Public Information Chris Magezi described the trend
Former Works Minister Monica Azuba Passes On
Former Minister of Works and Transport in Uganda, Monica Azuba, has passed away, Daily Star has learned. Details surrounding her death remain scanty. Azuba, a respected Ugandan engineer and public servant, was appointed Minister of Works and Transport on June 6, 2016, replacing John Byabagambi, who was moved to the
Gov’t Rolls Out Fleet to Take Agricultural Services Closer to Farmers
Government has stepped up efforts to bridge the gap between extension workers and farmers, with Vice President Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Alupo flagging off a fleet of 109 vehicles and 1,034 motorcycles to boost agricultural service delivery across Uganda. The equipment, distributed to 69 districts under the Uganda Climate Smart Agricultural
MP Nakimuli’s Death: EC Awaits Parliament Notice on Kalangala By-election
The Electoral Commission of Uganda says it is on standby, waiting for formal communication from Parliament before it can issue a roadmap for a by-election in Kalangala District following the death of Woman MP-elect Hellen Nakimuli. Electoral Commission Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama said the Commission cannot take any action until
OPM warns local officials over irregularities in cattle restocking payments
The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) has issued a stern warning to local government officials over alleged irregular handling of beneficiary documentation under the Cattle Restocking Programme, following reports of improper payment procedures in parts of Acholi, Lango and Teso sub-regions. In a statement dated 8 April 2026, OPM
KCCA Expands Road Network as Paved Roads Hit 770km – Buzeki
Kampala Capital City Authority KCCA has registered a notable boost in its urban infrastructure with paved roads increasing from 669 kilometres to 770 kilometres now accounting for 37 percent of the city’s total road network. The development was announced by KCCA Executive Director Hajjati Sharifah Buzeki during the closing ceremony
