Lands Commissioner Mugaino Remanded in Title Scandal Case
The Anti-Corruption Court has remanded Baker Mugaino, the Commissioner for Land Registration, to Luzira Prison on charges of corruption and abuse of office. Mugaino was arrested by the Inspectorate of Government (IG) and arraigned before Chief Magistrate Racheal Nakyaze, where he pleaded not guilty to both charges. Although he applied
Bribery Scandals, Budget Fraud, terrorism Shape State of the Nation Address
Corruption is expected to take center stage in today’s State of the Nation Address as Uganda prepares to enter a new financial year, the Daily Star has learned. The address, to be delivered at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, marks the commencement of the fifth and final session of the 11th Parliament.
Over 1,300 NRM Members Pick Nomination Forms Ahead of 2026 General Elections
At least 1,300 members of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) have picked expression of interest and nomination forms as the party kicks off preparations for the 2026 general elections. Hundreds of party supporters and aspirants thronged the NRM Electoral Commission offices to express their intent to contest for party
FDC’s Anthony Akol Defects to NRM, Seeks Apaa District Status, Acholi Compensation
Kilak North Member of Parliament, Anthony Akol, has officially joined the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party. Formerly a member of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), Akol has picked up the NRM expression of interest forms to contest for the Kilak North parliamentary seat under the ruling party’s banner.
Grief as Capt. Francis Babu Receives Son Cedric’s Body at Entebbe Airport
A sombre mood enveloped Entebbe International Airport as Kampala Central MP Capt. Francis Babu received the body of his son, Cedric Babu, who passed away last week at Aga Khan Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya. Cedric, a renowned sportsman and public figure, died while undergoing treatment for a severe heart condition.
UPDF Enhances Aviation Security Capabilities in Somalia
Fifteen personnel from the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), deployed under the United Nations Guard Unit XI (UNGU XI), have successfully completed Level One Civil Aviation Security Training in Mogadishu, Somalia. The certification ceremony was held at the United Nations compound and officiated by Ms. Qurat-Ain Sudozai, Director of Mission
Museveni Faults Muslims Over Reluctance to Develop Martyrs Site in Namugongo
President Yoweri Museveni has criticized the Muslim community for their limited participation in Martyrs Day celebrations, despite the historical significance of Muslims who were killed for their faith. The Uganda Martyrs include 22 Catholic and 23 Anglican converts to Christianity who were executed between January 31, 1885, and January 27,
International Criminal Court Clears Path for Kony’s Trial in Absentia
The Appeals Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have cleared the way for the trial in absentia of former Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) commander Joseph Kony. The Appeals Chamber, composed of Presiding Judge Erdenebalsuren Damdin and Judges Solomy Balungi Bossa, Kimberly Prost, Joanna Korner, and Gocha Lordkipanidze, delivered the
Archbishop Ssemogerere: Uganda Must Not Repeat Mistakes of Political Violence in 2026 elections
Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere of the Kampala Archdiocese has called for peace and unity ahead of Uganda’s 2026 general elections. His appeal came during the Martyrs Day celebrations held at the Namugongo Catholic Shrine. The Uganda Martyrs were a group of 22 Catholic and 23 Anglican converts to Christianity who were
Martyrs Day Celebrations: Suspected Bomb Explodes Near Munyonyo Mini-Basilica
A suspected explosive device detonated this morning near the Mini-Basilica in Munyonyo, just moments before Martyrs Day prayers were scheduled to begin in honor of the Uganda Martyrs. According to reports obtained by Daily Star, a counter-terrorism unit from the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) swiftly responded and neutralized two
