Uganda: Museveni, UAE Investors Discuss Construction of Inland Port in Uganda

President Museveni has met a delegation of investors from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), who expressed interest in boosting… Read more »

Uganda: EC Tells Kitagwenda County MP Byamukama to Face His Rivals Like a Man

The Electoral Commission has dismissed a petition filed by Kitagwenda County Member of Parliament Joseph Nulu Byamukama seeking to disqualify six parliamentary aspirants over… Read more »

Uganda: Rwenzori Voters Tell Bobi Wine of 'Years of Neglect'

After days of traversing the Tooro sub-region, National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi on Thursday shifted his campaign momentum to the Rwenzori… Read more »

Uganda: PFF Leaders Urge Rukungiri to Stand Up for Political Prisoners

Leaders of the People's Front for Freedom (PFF) have urged voters in Rukungiri District to stand firm in demanding the release and humane treatment of political prisoners across… Read more »

Uganda: Baguma Calls for Review of MP Academic Rules

Veteran journalist and political analyst Richard Baguma has called on Parliament to revisit Uganda's academic requirements for political office, arguing that current ambiguities in… Read more »

Uganda: What You Need to Know As We Near the 2026 General Elections

In just 34 days, Uganda will hold its general elections scheduled for January 15, 2026. As we approach the polls, the Biometric Voter Verification Kit will be used to confirm… Read more »

Uganda: Four Candidates Step Up Campaigns for Adjumani West MP Seat

The contest for the Adjumani West County parliamentary seat has intensified, with four contenders positioning themselves strongly ahead of the 2026 general elections. Read more »

Uganda: OPM Launches New Strategy to Boost Efficiency and Accountability in Government Service Delivery

The government has unveiled a new Service Delivery Strategy aimed at improving efficiency, accountability and coordination across all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). Read more »

Uganda: Masaka Mayor Namayanja Hits Back At Rival Mulindwa Over Alleged Sale of City Property

Masaka City Mayor Florence Namayanja, who is seeking re-election under the National Unity Platform (NUP), has criticised her rival Micheal Mulindwa Nakumusana for allegedly… Read more »

Uganda: MP David Muhumuza Withdraws From Mwenge North County Race

David Muhumuza, the incumbent Member of Parliament for Mwenge North County, Kyenjojo District, has officially withdrawn his candidacy for the upcoming parliamentary elections. Read more »

Uganda: Heavy Rain Disrupts Pff Rally in Rukungiri Municipality

A campaign rally organised by the People's Front for Freedom (PFF) in Rukungiri Municipality was disrupted by a sudden downpour, bringing proceedings to an unexpected standstill. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Sets Bold New Targets As Regulators Push for Greater Water Efficiency

Uganda has announced ambitious new targets to strengthen water and sanitation services nationwide, following the closing of the 2025 Water Utilities Regulators Conference in… Read more »

Uganda: We Shall Use Oil to Create Generational Wealth for Ugandan - Museveni Tells Buliisa

President Museveni has assured the people of Buliisa--and all Ugandans--that the NRM government has a comprehensive plan to use the country's oil resources to create generational… Read more »

Uganda: Kashari MP Bataringaya Ejected From NRM Flagbearers' Meeting

Tensions flared in Kashari North on Thursday when area Member of Parliament Basil Bataringaya was ordered out of an NRM flagbearers' meeting held at Munyonyi Primary School in… Read more »

Uganda: Minister Oboth Oboth Rallies Tororo Veterans to Mobilise Votes for Museveni

The Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs, Jacob Markson Oboth Oboth, has called on veterans in Tororo District and across the country to mobilise support and vote for President… Read more »

Uganda: Electoral Commission Rejects Calls to Cancel Contested Nakaseke Polling Stations

The Electoral Commission (EC) has ruled out cancelling more than five newly created polling stations at Namukekela Industrial Park in Nakaseke, despite protests from local leaders… Read more »

Uganda: EACOP Partners With Industry Enhancement Centre to Boost National Content

The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Industry Enhancement Centre (IEC), marking a major step toward… Read more »

Uganda: Sameul Makhoka - Busia MP Candidate Remanded for 'Not Reporting Besigye Treason Plans'

The Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court has charged and remanded Samuel Makokha, the People's Front for Freedom (PFF) flagbearer for the Busia Municipality parliamentary seat, to Luzira… Read more »

Uganda: NUP to Challenge EC Decision On Walukagga's Nomination

The Secretary General of the National Unity Platform (NUP), David Lewis Rubongoya, has announced that the party will petition the High Court over the Electoral Commission's (EC)… Read more »

Uganda: Opposition Party Accused of Defiance As Standoffs Escalate Ahead of 2026 Polls

The National Unity Platform (NUP) has been accused of adopting a defiance and confrontation strategy, according to Col Chris Magezi, acting spokesperson for the government. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya's Parliamentary Team Reclaims Tug of War Victory

Kenya's parliamentary team, captained by Honorable Charles Ongo'ndo of Kasipul Constituency, has reclaimed the 15th edition of the Inter-Parliamentary Games Tug of War title. Read more »

Uganda: Mao Slams EC, Security Agencies Over Violence Against NUP Campaign in Gulu

Justice and Constitutional Affairs Minister Nobert Mao has criticised the Electoral Commission (EC) for failing to take action against the perpetrators of last week's violent… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Pledges New Industrial Park, Skilling Hub for Bunyoro

President Museveni has announced that Bunyoro will receive a new industrial park and an additional skilling hub as part of government efforts to expand industrialisation and youth… Read more »

Uganda: MPs Urge Govt to Back Sports Talent in Youngest Regions

The youth alone make up 22.7 percent of the population. MPs from the Lango and Northern sub regions said better investment in sports would help turn that demographic weight into… Read more »

Uganda: Joyce Bagala, Richard Lumu Unite Forces to Launch Joint Campaigns in Mityana

Political cooperation in Mityana has taken a new twist as District Woman MP Joyce Bagala Ntwatwa and Mityana South MP Richard Lumu have resolved to team up in their campaigns ahead… Read more »