Uganda: Perennial Losers - Why Some Politicians Keep Contesting Despite Repeated Defeats

For many politicians, losing an election is not the end of the road. Some candidates withdraw after defeat, but others continue to contest repeatedly, motivated by hope, strategy,… Read more »

Uganda: NRM's Lokawua Challenges Tepeth County Election Results in Court

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer for Tepeth County, Michael Wilson Lokawua, has petitioned court seeking nullification of the recently concluded parliamentary… Read more »

Uganda: Masaka Court Orders Recount of Kalungu West Parliamentary Votes

The Masaka Chief Magistrate's Court has ordered a recount of votes cast in the Kalungu West parliamentary election following a petition challenging the results announced by the… Read more »

Uganda: Moroto EC Promises Smooth Local Government Elections

The Electoral Commission (EC) in Moroto has assured voters of a smooth and well-coordinated local government election, citing full preparedness and improved logistical… Read more »

Uganda: Basajjabalaba's Son Iddi Jumps the Queue, Declares Bid for Deputy Speaker

Bushenyi--Ishaka Municipality MP-elect Iddi Basajja, son of prominent businessman Hassan Bassajabalaba, has declared his intention to contest for the position of Deputy Speaker of… Read more »

Uganda: NRM Pakwach Flagbearer Alleges Irregularities in Jonam County Polls

Pakwach--The National Resistance Movement (NRM) parliamentary flag bearer for Jonam County, Epiphany Berocan, has raised concerns over alleged irregularities in the conduct of the… Read more »

Uganda: Parliament Pays Tribute to Late Ngora Woman MP Stella Apolot Isodo

Parliament has eulogized the late Ngora District Woman MP Stella Apolot Isodo, highlighting her contributions as a promoter of unity and an accomplished agriculturalist. Read more »

Uganda: Masaka Court Clears Way for Kalungu West Election Petition

The Masaka Chief Magistrate's Court has dismissed an application seeking to halt the hearing of the Kalungu West parliamentary election petition and ordered that the case proceed. Read more »

Uganda: Election Losers Prepare Petitions Amid Call for Strong Evidence

Several parliamentary candidates in Uganda's 2026 general elections are preparing to petition the Electoral Commission and courts to challenge results in their constituencies,… Read more »

Uganda: Abodo Advocates Practical Use of Alternative Dispute Resolution in Criminal Justice

The Principal Judge, Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, has urged the practical and selective application of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in criminal justice, saying it… Read more »

Uganda: Kasese and the Politics of Return - What NRM's Sweep Really Tells Us

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Uganda: It's Uganda to the World At Fitur Madrid 2026 Tourism Expo

Uganda is participating in the International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR) 2026 in Madrid, showcasing its tourism and investment opportunities as part of the government's strategic… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Appoints Ababu Namwamba Kenya's New High Commissioner to Uganda

Kenya's President William Ruto has appointed former Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba as the country's new High Commissioner to Uganda, replacing Ambassador Joash Maangi, who… Read more »

Uganda: Speaker Among Leads Parliament in Tribute to Late Ngora Woman MP Isodo

Speaker of Parliament Anita Among on Wednesday led Members of Parliament in paying tribute to the late Ngora District Woman Member of Parliament, Stella Apolot Isodo, describing… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Hails Bitamazire As an 'Outstanding Educationalist' Who Transformed Education

President Museveni has hailed the late former Minister of Education, Geraldine Namirembe Bitamazire, for her extraordinary contributions to Uganda's education sector, describing… Read more »

Uganda: Owiny-Dollo Urges Integrity, Humility As He Bids Farewell to Judiciary Staff

Chief Justice Emeritus Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo has urged Judiciary staff to uphold integrity, patience, and humility in public service as he marked the end of his tenure,… Read more »

Uganda: Two-Horse Race As Voters Set to Choose Adjumani District Chairperson

At least 99,000 registered voters across nine sub-counties and two town councils in Adjumani District are expected to cast their ballots tomorrow in the highly anticipated Local… Read more »

Uganda: Kampala Calm As Police Deploy Ahead of Lord Mayor Poll

Kampala Metropolitan Police have urged voters to remain peaceful as the city goes to the polls to elect the Kampala Lord Mayor and councillors, saying the capital remains calm with… Read more »

Uganda: NUP Condemns Arrest of Its Deputy President Kivumbi

The Secretary General of the National Unity Platform (NUP), David Lewis Rubongoya, has condemned the arrest of Muwanga Kivumbi, saying it reflects what he described as a growing… Read more »

Uganda: Low Early Turnout Delays Opening of Polling Stations in Kampala

Ugandans on Thursday, the 22nd, went to the polls to elect district chairpersons, district councillors, mayors, lord mayor and city councillors, but voting in some parts of the… Read more »

Uganda: MP Muwanga Kivumbi Arrested

Police have confirmed the arrest of outgoing Butambala County legislator Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi in connection with alleged acts of political violence during the January 15, 2026… Read more »

Uganda: I Was Shocked to Finish Sixth, Says Kasibante After Filing Presidential Petition

National Peasants Party (NPP) presidential candidate Robert Kasibante has expressed surprise at his sixth-place finish in the recently concluded presidential election, saying the… Read more »

Uganda: Kaziimba Urges Post-Election Reforms, Calls for Greater Youth Engagement

Following the conclusion of Uganda's 2026 general elections, where President Museveni secured 71.65% of the vote and opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi… Read more »

Uganda: Dr Aceng Urges LIRA Voters to Support God-Fearing Mayoral Candidates

Dr Jane Ruth Aceng, Lira City Woman Member of Parliament and Minister of Health, has urged residents to participate in the forthcoming mayoral election, emphasizing the importance… Read more »

Uganda: Mabikke Concedes Defeat in Makindye, Calls for Electoral Reforms

The Secretary General of the Democratic Front (DF), Michael Mabikke, has thanked the people of Makindye East for their support, while conceding the party's disappointing… Read more »