Uganda: DP Eyes More Seats in 2026 Despite Internal Divisions

The Democratic Party (DP) has expressed optimism about increasing its representation in the 2026 general elections, citing a surge in the number of aspirants picking nomination… Read more »

Uganda: Comic-Turned-Politician Nsereko Picks Presidential Nomination Forms, Declares 'No Jokes Now'

Comic politician Moses Nsereko has formally entered the 2026 presidential race after successfully picking nomination forms from the Electoral Commission (EC) headquarters in… Read more »

Uganda: NRM Primaries in Nyabushozi Rocked By Brutality Claims

Allegations of violence, intimidation, and electoral malpractice have marred the National Resistance Movement (NRM) primary elections in Rushere Town Council, Nyabushozi, with one… Read more »

Uganda: MP Rukaari Steps Down From NRM CEC Race

Mbarara City North Member of parliament and chairman National resistance Movement NRM Entrepreneurs league on the central executive committee Robert Mwesigwa Rukaari has announced… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Launches Affordable Electricity Connection Scheme in Kiboga

The government, through the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL), has launched a nationwide initiative to… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Warns Small-Scale Farmers Against Venturing Into Tea Farming

President Museveni has cautioned farmers with small land holdings against engaging in tea cultivation, citing the potential challenges associated with the crop. Read more »

Uganda: Kasese RDC Orders Eviction of Over 3,500 Residents Camped Over Land Disputes

The Kasese District Security Committee has given an ultimatum to more than 3,500 residents who have been camped at the office of the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Lt. Joe… Read more »

Uganda: Children Begin Second Term Holidays As Police Issue Safety Advisory

Police caution parents on child safety during holiday break, warning against unsupervised movement, corporal punishment, and exploitative work. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni, WHO Director General Discuss Uganda's Health Sector

President Museveni has held talks with Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) at State Lodge, Nakasero. Read more »

Uganda: Nalweyiso Defends NRM Primaries, Praises Museveni's Transformative Leadership

Uganda's highest-ranking female army officer, Lt Gen Proscovia Nalweyiso, has defended the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party primaries while also praising President… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Orders One-Month Audit of Cattle Compensation Claimants in Northern Uganda

President Museveni has issued a one-month ultimatum to audit and verify all recipients of cattle compensation funds, as well as pending claimants, in Northern Uganda. Read more »

Uganda: FDC Unveils Five-Pillar Manifesto With Focus On Economy and Services

The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has launched its Five-Pillar 2026 Campaign Manifesto, pledging reforms aimed at "putting money in Ugandans' pockets" and transforming the… Read more »

Uganda: Presidential Race Heats Up As Opposition Parties Pick Nomination Forms

The political atmosphere in Uganda intensified on Monday as key opposition figures and hundreds of citizens flocked to the Electoral Commission to collect presidential nomination… Read more »

Uganda: NUP Picks Bobi Wine's Nomination Forms for Presidential Bid

The National Unity Platform (NUP) has officially picked presidential nomination forms for its leader, Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, ahead of the 2026 General… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni in Acholi Over Cattle Compensation - Will the Four Categories of Claimants Finally Benefit?

After holding meetings with leaders in Teso and Lango over cattle compensation, President Yoweri Museveni today shifts his focus to Acholi subregion, where over 28,000 claimants… Read more »

Uganda: Constitutional Court Says Couples Must Prove Fault for Divorce

The Constitutional Court has ruled that couples seeking divorce in Uganda must continue to prove matrimonial offences such as adultery, desertion, cruelty, or other legally… Read more »

Uganda: Dr Bwanika Proposes Payment Requirement for Presidential Nomination Forms

Shadow Minister for Agriculture and Kimaanya-Kabonera MP Dr. Abed Bwanika has proposed that aspiring presidential candidates should first make a financial payment before being… Read more »

Uganda: Mbidde Says Presidential Aspirants Are Victims of a Broken System

Fred Mukasa Mbidde, the Vice President of the Democratic Party, has said the record number of Ugandans seeking to contest for the presidency is less about political ambition and… Read more »

Uganda: Manifestos Alone Aren't Enough, Says Presidential Hopeful Mpambara

Yvonne Mpambara, a 33-year-old social justice lawyer, has outlined her vision for Uganda following her declaration to contest for the presidency in the 2026-2031 term. Read more »

Uganda: NRM Tribunal Upholds Mubende Municipality Primary Election Result

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) tribunal, chaired by President Yoweri Museveni, has dismissed an electoral petition filed by Ramathan Akankwasa Mwesige, who challenged the… Read more »

Uganda: Singh Warns Against Use of Money in NRM Internal Elections

Singh Katongole Paminda, vice chairperson of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Central Executive Committee (CEC), has urged party members to avoid using money to influence… Read more »

Uganda: Lango Leaders Prepare for Museveni Visit Amid Cattle Compensation Concerns

Leaders in the Lango region are gearing up for President Museveni's visit on Sunday, August 17, 2025, amid growing concerns over the delayed cattle compensation program. Read more »

Uganda: Wanyoto Gains Momentum in NRM Women's League Race

Lydia Wanyoto Mutende, a seasoned Ugandan diplomat and respected political figure, is rapidly gaining traction in the race for chairperson of the National Resistance Movement (NRM)… Read more »

Uganda: Disputed Lc5 Primary Deepens FDC Divisions in Sironko

- The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) in Sironko District is grappling with internal divisions following a disputed LC5 primary election, which has prompted the leading aspirant… Read more »

Uganda: Nzaire Kaguta Pledges Inclusive and Nationwide Mobilisation in NRM CEC Bid

Sedrack Nzaire Kaguta, a veteran National Resistance Movement (NRM) leader and younger brother to President Museveni, has pledged an inclusive, nationwide mobilization strategy for… Read more »