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Parliament Questions Shs717Bn Livestock Loan Over ‘Bloated’ Consultancy, Vehicle Costs

Parliament has demanded that the Ministry of Agriculture revisit the terms of a US$204.8 million (approximately Shs717 billion) livestock loan, warning that too much of the money is tied...

Bobi Wine Officially Enters 2026 Race as NUP Submits Nomination Forms

The National Unity Platform (NUP) has formally submitted presidential nomination forms to the Electoral Commission, marking the official start of Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu’s (aka Bobi Wine) bid for the...

“My journey in music industry shaped my confidence” Cindy Sanyu

BY MBU Ug Cindy Sanyu has revealed how her journey in the music industry has shaped her confidence and boldness to speak her mind. While appearing on Horizon Vibe, Cindy reflected...

PHOTOS: The 3-day Ekyooto Ha Mpango 2025 Unveiled

The heartbeat of Tooro is alive, and the kingdom is already stirring with excitement as Ekyooto Ha Mpango 2025 takes centre stage. The festival’s spark was lit with a spectacular...

UPC Submits Endorsements for Jimmy Akena’s 2026 Presidential Bid

The Uganda Peoples Congress (UPC) has officially submitted signature endorsements for its presidential flag bearer, Jimmy Akena, paving the way for his candidacy in the 2026 general elections. The submission,...

NUP’s Waiswa Mufumbiro Accuses Rival Kabaziguruka of Orchestrating His Arrest

National Unity Platform (NUP) deputy spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro has alleged that his recent arrest was orchestrated by Nakawa East Member of Parliament (MP) aspirant Michael Kabaziguruka, who is...

Sex Worker Found Dead at Kasenge Lodge; Nsangi Police Launch Investigation

Police in Nsangi are investigating the mysterious death of a sex worker identified only as Patricia, whose body was discovered at a local lodge in Kasenge, Kyengera Town Council,...

Joseph Kabuleta Retained as NEED Presidential Candidate for 2026 general elections

The National Economic Empowerment Dialogue (NEED) party has shaken up its top leadership as it plots its path toward the 2026 general elections. The shake-up saw several members expelled for...

NUP’s Saudah Madaada Arrested at Uganda–Kenya Border

Saudah Madaada, a die-hard supporter of the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) and candidate for the Kampala Central Lord Councilor’s seat, spent the night behind bars following her arrest...

Besigye, Lutale Ordered to Appear in Court as Judge Declines to Step Down

Highcourt Judge Emmanuel Baguma has for the second time summoned Dr. Besigye and Hajji Lutale to appear before him and present their reasons as to why they want him...

Phina Masanyalaze Enters 2026 Race for Female Workers MP Seat

Musician and cultural leader Phina Mugerwa, popularly known as Phina Masanyalaze, has declared her intention to contest for the position of Female Workers Member of Parliament in the 2026...

Minister Persis Namuganza Loses NRM Bukono Re-run Despite Tribunal Ruling

State Minister for Housing and Urban Development, Princess Persis Namuganza, has suffered a decisive defeat in the National Resistance Movement (NRM) primary re-runs in Bukono Constituency, Namutumba District, despite...

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Eddy Kenzo Hails Museveni Over New Copyright Law

Musician Edirisa Musuuza, professionally known as Eddy Kenzo, has welcomed the Presidential assent to the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Act, 2026, describing it...

Museveni Signs Eight New Laws Reshaping Health, Energy, Labour and Justice Sectors

President Museveni has signed into law eight major Acts of Parliament, introducing wide-ranging reforms in Uganda’s health, energy, labour, justice, and public sector management...

Pearlwood Film Awards 2026 Launched

The Pearlwood Film Awards 2026 have officially been launched, with organisers and the Ministry of Education and Sports calling on secondary schools across Uganda...

Court Sends Kampala Serena Porter to Luzira Over Missing $12,000 Cash

Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s court has remanded a porter attached to Kampala Serena Hotel to Luzira prison over the alleged theft of $12,000 cash...

EC to Recruit 142,500 Officials as Government Releases UGX 56.9bn for LC Elections

Uganda’s Electoral Commission has announced plans to recruit 142,500 polling officials following the release of UGX 56.9 billion by the Ministry of Finance. The...