Uganda: Don't Panic Over Heavy Security - Police to Public Ahead of Museveni Swearing-in

As Uganda gears up for the swearing-in of President-elect Museveni on Tuesday, police have urged the public not to be alarmed by the increased security deployment, saying it is… Read more »

Uganda: NRM Leaders From Mubende Head to Kololo for Museveni's Inauguration

Supporters of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) in Mubende District have praised President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for what they described as significant development… Read more »

Uganda: NRM, South Sudan's SPLM Sign MOU to Formalise Cooperation

The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Sudan People's Liberation Movement (SPLM), the ruling party in neighboring… Read more »

Uganda: Kololo Set for Museveni Swearing-in As Official Programme Details Arrival Schedule

All roads lead to Kololo Independence Grounds this Tuesday, May 12, 2026, where President-elect Yoweri Kaguta Museveni will take the oath of office for the 2026-2031 term. Read more »

Uganda: Masaka Residents Praise Government Development As Museveni Begins New Term

As President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni prepares to take oath for another term tomorrow at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, excitement has started building among National Resistance Movement… Read more »

Uganda: Rwanda Prime Minister Arrives for Museveni's Inauguration

Rwanda's Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva has arrived in Uganda to represent President Paul Kagame at the swearing-in ceremony of President-elect Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, scheduled… Read more »

Uganda: Salva Kiir in Uganda Ahead of Museveni Swearing-in Ceremony

President Salva Kiir Mayardit has arrived in Uganda ahead of the swearing-in ceremony of President-elect Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, scheduled for Tuesday at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds. Read more »

Uganda: Burundi, South Sudan Ruling Party Leaders Arrive Ahead of Museveni Inauguration

Senior leaders of ruling parties in Burundi and South Sudan this evening arrived at Entebbe International Airport ahead of President Museveni's seventh inauguration slated for… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni's Seventh Term to Prioritise Trade, Industrialisation, and Youth Transition - - Kakuru

Senior Presidential Advisor on Trade Phillip Kakuru has described President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni's upcoming seventh term as a "generational transition" phase expected to focus on… Read more »

Uganda: Government Crackdown On Illegal Businesses Leaves Masaka Traders Struggling

Since the government rolled out an operation targeting business structures operating illegally and outside trade regulations, many traders in Masaka say their businesses have… Read more »

Africa: African MPs Push Back Against EU 'Interference' in Internal Affairs

Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has led African legislators in condemning what they described as growing interference by the European Parliament in the internal affairs of African… Read more »

Uganda: Opposition, Analysts Reject NRM Plan to Alter Local Government Councils

Political analysts and local government leaders have strongly criticized a proposed amendment to the Local Government Act, describing it as a political power move aimed at… Read more »

Uganda: Women Leaders Warn of Persistent Political Intimidation After January Elections

Women politicians and activists have raised concerns over continued intimidation, financial barriers and shrinking civic space following Uganda's January 2026 general elections,… Read more »

Uganda: Katikkiro Defends Mailo System, Cites Governance Gaps in Land Disputes

The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has defended the Mailo land tenure system while attributing persistent land disputes in Uganda to governance failures, slow… Read more »

Uganda: Suluhu and Ruto Talk Opposites On Joint Refinery Plan

Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan has questioned a proposed oil refinery in Tanga, saying she was not aware of the project despite its announcement by her Kenyan… Read more »

Uganda: Kabale Leaders Clash Over Sovereignty Law As Fears Grow Over Civil Liberties

Political leaders in Kabale District have expressed sharply divided views following the passage of the Protection of Sovereignty Act, 2026, with critics warning that the law could… Read more »

Uganda: Explainer - What Parliament Changed in Sovereignty Bill Before Passing It

The Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026 entered Parliament as one of the broadest and most controversial pieces of legislation in recent years. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Hails Passage of Sovereignty Bill

President Museveni has applauded Members of Parliament for passing the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, describing it as a landmark step in safeguarding Uganda's right to… Read more »

Uganda: Mayiga Reflects On 13 Years of Transformation in Buganda

Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga has outlined key achievements registered during his 13 years in office since assuming the position of Katikkiro (Premier) of Buganda Kingdom. Read more »

East Africa: EA Directors League Calls for Stronger Governance and Resilient Leadership in Region

More than 300 business leaders, policymakers, and governance experts from East Africa and beyond gathered in Kampala for the LEAD Convention 2026, where discussions centred on… Read more »

Uganda: Taxi Operators Bemoan Exclusion From Kampala Transport Reforms

The Federation of Uganda Taxi Operators (UTOF) has raised concern over what it describes as exclusion from consultations surrounding the rollout of electric buses in Kampala,… Read more »

Uganda: Over 30 Foreign Delegations for Museveni Swearing-in

Government has confirmed that more than 30 foreign delegations will attend the swearing-in ceremony of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni scheduled for May 12, 2026, at Kololo… Read more »

Uganda: May 12 Declared a Public Holiday for Museveni Swearing-in

Tuesday, May 12, has been declared a public holiday to mark the swearing-in of President-elect Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, following his victory in the January 15 presidential… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Unveils Full Programme for Museveni Swearing-in

The government has unveiled plans for the swearing-in and inauguration of President-elect scheduled for May 12, 2026, at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds in Kampala, outlining a full… Read more »

Uganda: Parliament Dismisses Claims MPs Were Blocked From Accessing House

Parliament has dismissed as false claims that some Members of Parliament were blocked by security personnel from accessing the parliamentary precincts ahead of debate on the… Read more »