Why Court Declined Besigye, Lutale Mandatory Bail
The Nakawa Chief Magistrate’s Court has declined to release Dr. Kizza Besigye, Hajji Obeid Lutale, and Captain Denis Oola on mandatory bail, citing lack of jurisdiction. The court instead advised the defense team to file a bail application with the High Court. The trio had applied for bail in April
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, Giant of African Literature, Dies at 87
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, who has died aged 87, was a titan of modern African literature – a storyteller who refused to be bound by jail, exile and illness. His work spanned roughly six decades, primarily documenting the transformation of his country – Kenya – from a colonial subject to a
Diplomatic Rift: Germany Denies Uganda’s Claims of Envoy’s Rebel Links
Germany has dismissed as “absurd” allegations that its ambassador to Uganda, Mathias Schauer, is involved in subversive activities. Earlier this week, the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) announced the suspension of all ongoing defense and military cooperation with the Federal Republic of Germany following accusations directed at Ambassador Schauer. “We
Museveni Confirms Attendance as Church of Uganda Appeals for Shs 2.2 Billion for Martyrs Day Celebrations
The Church of Uganda has confirmed its preparedness to host thousands of Christian pilgrims at the Namugongo Anglican Martyrs Site for the 2025 Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations. According to the Rt. Rev. Godfrey Loum, Chairman of the Northern Uganda Regional Cluster, preparations are progressing well despite financial constraints. The organizing
UDB’s Dr. Ojangole Appointed Chair of Africa’s Development Finance Body
Dr. Patricia Ojangole, Managing Director of Uganda Development Bank (UDB), has been appointed Chairperson of the Association of African Development Finance Institutions (AADFI)—the umbrella body for development finance institutions across the continent. Her appointment was officially announced during the 51st Ordinary General Assembly of AADFI, held on May 26, 2025,
UPDF Honors Seven Generals Ahead of Retirement
Seven senior officers of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) have been officially documented for retirement at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) headquarters in Mbuya. The documentation marks the beginning of their transition into civilian life, with their formal retirement set for later this year. Chief of
Meal Support Program Eases Educational Burden in Uganda’s Most Vulnerable Communities
More than 2,100 youth attending Salesian schools in Uganda are benefiting from improved nutrition thanks to a partnership between Salesian Missions—the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco—and Rise Against Hunger, an international humanitarian organization working to end global hunger. In the second half of 2024, three Salesian
Ex-Police Official Kyaligonza Summoned Over Shs 29 billion Aircraft scandal
Parliament has summoned Isaac Kyaligonza, a former police procurement officer, to answer questions regarding the procurement of a nonfunctional fixed-wing aircraft. The directive was issued by the Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Muwanga Kivumbi. Kyaligonza is expected to explain the procurement of a fixed-wing aircraft that cost Shs
Uganda Christian University Enforces Strict Dress Code for Law Students
Uganda Christian University (UCU) has introduced strict new dress code guidelines for its law students, effective June 5, 2025, in a move aimed at aligning student conduct with the values of the university and the legal profession. According to an internal memo seen by Daily Star, the university is enforcing
IGG Recovers Shs 6.8 Billion from corrupt officials
The Inspectorate of Government (IG) has appealed to Parliament to allocate additional resources to support the automation of its business processes, procurement of modern investigative equipment, and recruitment of more personnel to strengthen the fight against corruption. The call was made by Beti Kamya, the Inspector General of Government (IGG), while
