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NUP Loses Ground in Parliament, Suffers Major Seat Losses in 2026 Elections

The National Unity Platform (NUP) has suffered a noticeable decline in parliamentary representation following Uganda’s January 15, 2026, general elections. According to results released by the Electoral Commission, the party’s...

Ssemujju Concedes Kira Municipality Defeat, Accepts Voters’ Verdict

Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda has conceded defeat in the Kira Municipality parliamentary race, formally ending his 15-year stint in Uganda’s Parliament and marking one of the most notable outcomes of...

Museveni’s Victory Challenged as Kasibante Files Dawn Election Petition

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s newly announced election victory has landed in court after former presidential candidate Robert Kasibante filed a petition challenging the results, alleging widespread irregularities during last...

VIDEO: Ssegona Graciously Concedes Defeat in Busiro East Parliamentary Race

Renowned lawyer and long-serving politician Medard Ssegona has accepted defeat in the recent parliamentary elections, losing his Busiro East seat to independent candidate Emmanuel Magoola, who is aligned with...

Kagame Congratulates Museveni on Re-election

Rwandan President Paul Kagame has congratulated President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni upon his re-election as President of the Republic of Uganda, describing the outcome as a vote of confidence in...

NUP’s Nalukoola Wins Nambi Again to Hold Kawempe North

National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Elias Nalukoola has once again defeated the National Resistance Movement’s (NRM) Faridah Nambi to retain the Kawempe North parliamentary seat, winning by a commanding...

Bobi Wine rejects Museveni win in 2026 presidential election results

National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has rejected the presidential election results announced by the Electoral Commission (EC), calling on Ugandans to...

Over 50 NUP supporters arrested over violent protests in 2026 Elections

Police in Nakaseke district have arrested at least 50 supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) following violent protests over the parliamentary election results. The unrest followed the announcement on...

Over 32 opposition MPs voted out of parliament in 2026 Elections

The 2026 parliamentary elections have ushered in a major political shake-up, with a significant number of incumbent Members of Parliament failing to retain their seats amid a tense and...

Museveni Re-elected President of Uganda

President Museveni has been re-elected president of Uganda after winning the January 15 presidential election, according to results released by the Electoral Commission. Announcing the final tally, Electoral Commission chairperson...

Museveni Pitches Jobs, Wealth Creation as Future of Kasese

President Museveni has said that the future of Kasese District lies in wealth creation and job generation through commercial agriculture, tourism and manufacturing, as he launched his campaign engagements...

Museveni Highlights Economic Gains, Calls for Citizen Participation in Development Programmes

President Museveni on Sunday called on Ugandans to actively participate in national development initiatives, emphasising that the country’s economic progress depends on both government programmes and public engagement. Speaking at...

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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...