Uganda: NBS Television Promises Unprecedented Election Coverage for January 15 Polls

NBS Television has positioned itself as Uganda's political command centre ahead of Thursday's Presidential and Parliamentary elections, promising nationwide, real-time coverage… Read more »

Uganda: 'Strong Recommendation' from Security Committee Leads to Internet Shutdown

The government has directed all mobile network operators and internet service providers to temporarily suspend public internet access and selected mobile services during the… Read more »

Uganda: We Are Ready to Crush Anyone Who Brings Chaos During Elections - Museveni

President Museveni has once again warned anyone who seeks to cause violence during the forthcoming 2026 elections, noting that government is ready to crush them. Read more »

East Africa: EAC Deploys Observers to Monitor Uganda Polls Ahead of January 15 Vote

The East African Community (EAC) has officially deployed its Election Observation Mission to Uganda ahead of the 2026 General Elections scheduled for Thursday, January 15. Read more »

Uganda: The Besigye I Know Cannot Endorse Bobi, Insists Munyagwa

Presidential candidate Mubarack Munyagwa has dismissed speculation that veteran opposition figure Dr Kizza Besigye has endorsed National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate… Read more »

Uganda: Party Politics a 'Big Scam', Says MP Aspirant Muhangi

Independent Kampala Central parliamentary aspirant and Uganda Boxing Federation (UBF) president Moses Muhangi has criticised Uganda's political party system, describing it as a… Read more »

Uganda: MTN Momo Backs Ekisaakaate 2026 With Ugx 80 Million to Promote Mental Wellness and Youth Empowerment

The Nnabagereka Development Foundation (NDF) has successfully concluded the Ekisaakaate Kya Nnabagereka Gatonnya 2026 at Hormisdallen School, Gayaza Campus, with MTN Mobile Money… Read more »

Uganda: Allan Okello Set for Medical Ahead of Shs2bn Move to Young Africans

Former KCCA, Paradou and Vipers playmaker Allan Okello is set to undergo a medical examination today ahead of a big-money transfer to Tanzania Premier League giants Young Africans… Read more »

Uganda: Okello Bids Emotional Farewell to Vipers Fans After Completing Yanga Move

Allan Okello has penned an emotional farewell message to Vipers fans following his move to Tanzanian heavyweights Young Africans (Yanga), bringing to a close a successful… Read more »

Uganda: South Africa's Netflix Star Thapelo Mokoena to Visit Uganda in February

South African actor, filmmaker and entrepreneur Thapelo Mokoena is set to visit Uganda from February 12 to 16, 2026, as part of the Ikon Film and Television Awards 2026 roadmap,… Read more »

Uganda: Nakalema Assures Investors, Media of Stability Ahead of Elections

The Head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema, has assured investors, the media and the private sector that Uganda will remain stable and fully… Read more »

Uganda: Bobi Condemns Shutdown of Civil Society Organisations

National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu has condemned the reported shutdown of several leading civil society organisations (CSOs),… Read more »

Uganda: We Are Heading Into an Election, Not a War,Nalweyiso Calls for Calm Ahead of Thursday's Polls

The highest-ranking female officer in the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) and Presidential Adviser on Military Affairs, Lt. Gen. Proscovia Nalweyiso, has reassured Ugandans… Read more »

Uganda: Government, Business Leaders Pledge Continuity of Essential Services During Elections

Government ministries, departments and agencies, together with private sector leaders, have pledged that essential services and economic activities will continue uninterrupted… Read more »

Uganda: Next Media Flags Off 146 Journalists for Nationwide Coverage of Uganda's 2026 Elections

With only two days to go before Uganda's general elections, Next Media Services has flagged off 146 journalists to ensure uninterrupted and credible coverage of the electoral… Read more »

Uganda: EC Declares End of Campaigns Ahead of Polling Day

The Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson, Justice Simon Byabakama, has announced a strict halt to all campaign activities ahead of the polling day, warning candidates, supporters,… Read more »

Uganda: Byabakama Outlines Polling Day Rules for Agents and Voter Assistance

The Electoral Commission has clarified rules for candidate agents and citizens assisting voters ahead of Thursday's national elections, stressing orderly conduct and strict… Read more »

Uganda: Police Arrest 80 Suspects in Early Morning Crime Crackdown in Kampala

Kampala police carried out a major early morning operation on Tuesday, arresting 80 suspects in a bid to curb criminal activities across the city. Read more »

Uganda: Nema Cracks Down On Illegal Sand Mining in Mukono

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has conducted a major operation targeting illegal sand mining in Nakonge, Katosi Town Council, Mukono District. Read more »

Uganda: Munyagwa Predicts No Clear Winner in Thursday's Presidential Poll

Common Man's Party (CMP) presidential candidate Mubarak Munyagwa Sserunga, popularly known as "Mugati Gwa Butter," has predicted that none of the eight candidates in Uganda's… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Appoints Karangwa As Presidential Advisor

President Museveni has appointed Kayunga District National Resistance Movement (NRM) party boss Moses Karangwa Kalisa as Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Duties. Read more »

Uganda: UEDCL Reassures of Uninterrupted Power Service During Elections

The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has dismissed a social media notice claiming that electricity and internet services would be disrupted during the… Read more »

Uganda: UEDCL Urges Customers to Buy Power Units Early Ahead of Elections

The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has advised customers on prepaid meters to purchase electricity units in advance to avoid potential disruptions during… Read more »

Uganda/Tanzania: Allan Okello Seals Switch to Tanzania's Yanga

Uganda Cranes midfielder Allan Okello has completed a high-profile transfer to Tanzanian giants Young Africans (Yanga), ending a successful and influential spell at Uganda Premier… Read more »

Uganda: ACME Among Civil Society Groups Suspended Ahead of Elections

The African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME), a Kampala-based independent media organisation, has had its operations suspended by Uganda's National Bureau for Non-Governmental… Read more »