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Court Remands MP Muwanga Kivumbi, Adds 24 More Suspects to Terrorism Case

The Butambala Chief Magistrate’s Court has further remanded the Butambala County Member of Parliament, Muhammad Muwanga Kivumb,i alongside 24 other additional suspects who have been added to the ongoing...

Nathan Nandala Mafab rejects 2026 poll results, claims victory

FDC presidential candidate Nathan Nandala Mafabi has rejected the outcome of Uganda’s recently concluded presidential elections, accusing the state of widespread electoral malpractice, abuse of public resources, and institutional...

UPDF soldiers forced their way Into my home – Bobi Wine

The President of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi Sentamu, aka Bobi Wine, has revealed that the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) soldiers that were recently deployed at...

EC announces new dates for Local Government Elections in Butebo District

The Electoral Commission (EC) has confirmed Wednesday, February 4 2026, as the new polling date for the long-awaited Local Government Elections in Butebo District, following the earlier postponement in...

Justine Nameere Wins Masaka City Woman Member of Parliament election

Media personality and politician Justine Nameere has been declared the winner of the Masaka City Woman Member of Parliament seat following a contentious court-ordered vote recount. The National Resistance Movement...

Kawempe North MP Nalukoola Rejects Proposed NGO Funding Act Proposal

Kampala — Kawempe North legislator Hon. Elias Nalukoola has rejected a proposed NGO Funding Act, questioning the logic of government-funded non-governmental organizations while they are expected to address failures...

EC Defends 2026 Election, Says Irregularities Did Not Affect Outcome

In an affidavit submitted to the court on Tuesday, the chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Justice Simon Byabakama, urged judges to dismiss the petition with costs, arguing that...

UPC’s Fred Jalameso Defeats Obua in Ajuri County Parliamentary Rerun

The rerun was conducted at 18 polling stations after Obua challenged the January 15 general election results, citing alleged electoral malpractices. Outgoing Ajuri County Member of Parliament and Government Chief...

NRM CEC Backs Anita Among, Tayebwa to Retain Parliamentary Leadership

The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has officially backed Speaker Anita Annet Among and her deputy, Thomas Tayebwa, to retain their top positions in Parliament. The party’s Central Executive Committee...

Electoral Commission Confirms Readiness for Today’s Local Government Elections

The Electoral Commission (EC) has confirmed that it is fully prepared to conduct mayoral and councillor elections in municipalities and city divisions across the country today. According to EC spokesperson...

No Need for Bobi Wine to Go into Hiding – Baryomunsi

The government of Uganda has dismissed claims that National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, is under threat, saying there is no reason for...

Bobi Wine Says His Home Was Raided at Night, Wife Isolated

National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has reported that a group of armed soldiers raided his home and assaulted members of his family...

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NAM Angels EST: The Ugandan Label Building a New Home for Emerging Music Talent  

In Uganda’s fast-changing music industry, where new artists emerge almost every day, one of the biggest challenges has always been finding the right support...

Uganda Nominates Olara Otunnu for United Nations Secretary-General

KAMPALA, Uganda — July 26, 2026 — The Government of Uganda has officially nominated veteran diplomat and former Foreign Affairs Minister Ambassador Olara Otunnu...

Grace Mutoni Leads Metro Queens to Miss Tourism Uganda Finale Beauty

Queen Grace Karen Mutoni has been crowned Miss Tourism Metro 2026/2027 after emerging the winner among contestants who competed for the regional title. Mutoni...

Uganda Named EAC Regional Hub for Virology Research

KAMPALA — Uganda has strengthened its position as a regional leader in infectious disease surveillance after the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) was designated...

Uganda Airlines Expansion to Create 80 Pilot, 200 Cabin Crew Jobs

Uganda Airlines’ planned fleet expansion will create demand for at least 80 pilots and more than 200 cabin crew members as the national carrier...