Museveni Assents to Eight New Laws Strengthening Health, Labour, and Energy Sectors
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has assented to eight pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening regulation, improving worker protections, and enhancing institutional efficiency across key sectors. In a statement shared on his official X platform, the President confirmed signing into law the National Drug and Health Products Authority Act, 2026, which
Museveni Hails Muhoozi at 52, Ties CDF’s Life to Uganda’s Liberation Journey
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has marked the 52nd birthday of Chief of Defence Forces Muhoozi Kainerugaba with a reflective tribute that places the army chief’s life firmly within the narrative of Uganda’s liberation struggle and the development of the armed forces. In his message, Museveni struck a personal tone, expressing
Museveni Orders Fast-Track Trial for Ggaba Toddler Killings Suspect
President Museveni has directed the Judiciary to fast-track the trial of the prime suspect in last week’s killing of four toddlers in Ggaba, and ordered that proceedings be conducted within the community to allow residents to witness justice being served. The revelation was made by, Jane Francis , the principal
Bobi Wine:’I am not going to negotiate my freedom’
Former presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, widely known as Bobi Wine, has firmly declared that he will not negotiate for his freedom following his recent departure from Uganda, insisting that his rights must be guaranteed unconditionally. Kyagulanyi left Uganda two weeks ago after reportedly spending nearly two months in hiding
Security Forces Withdraw from Bobi Wine’s Home After Two-Month Standoff
Security agencies, including the police and army, have withdrawn from the residence of former presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, ending a two-month security siege at his home in Magere. The development comes just weeks after Kyagulanyi left Uganda for the United States, where he is
Panic at BoU, Finance as Delayed Fees Nearly Cost Museveni EAC Chairmanship
President Yoweri Museveni nearly failed to assume the rotating chairmanship of the East African Community (EAC) after government officials delayed payment of Uganda’s membership fees, Daily Star has learned. Sources within the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (Uganda) said the required payment had not yet been initiated when
Inside the Two Hour Museveni-Opposition Meeting at State House
A section of opposition legislators who lost in the recently concluded 2026 general elections has met President Yoweri Museveni to discuss their political future and national issues. The group of 17 includes the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) parliamentary whip and Mawokota South MP Yusuf Nsibambi, Kyamuswa County’s Kabusu Moses
Museveni mets Girma over Uganda Airlines Top Job
President Yoweri Museveni has met Girma Wake, a retired airline industry executive and former chairman of the Ethiopian Airlines Group, over plans to appoint him Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Uganda Airlines. The development follows Museveni’s decision not to renew the contract of Jennifer Bamuturaki, whose term ends in May
Museveni to Decorate 33 Patriots at NRA 40th Anniversary
At least 33 distinguished Ugandans are set to receive medals for their sacrifice during the 1986 Bush War, which brought the National Resistance Movement (NRM) to power, Daily Star has learned. The medals will be conferred by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni during the 40th National Resistance Movement (NRM) / National
Owiny-Dollo Bows Out: A Career Spanning Courts, controversies and Peace Talks
Chief Justice of Uganda Alfonse Owiny-Dollo has retired after attaining the mandatory retirement age of 70 years. Owiny-Dollo was appointed Chief Justice on 20 August 2020 by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, becoming the 13th holder of the office. He replaced Bart Magunda Katureebe, who retired on 19 June 2020 after
