Uganda: Nup's Mufumbiro Arrest Trrigers Outcry Over Rule of Law

The deputy spokesperson of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Waiswa Mufumbiro, has been arrested and is currently detained at Kira Police Station, prompting renewed calls for the… Read more »

Uganda: Operation 'Mashine Haramu' Nets Illegal Gaming Machines in Jinja

Authorities in Jinja City have intensified the fight against illegal gambling operations, impounding dozens of unlicensed gaming machines in a major crackdown spearheaded by the… Read more »

Uganda: Presidential Hopefuls Submit Signatures Ahead of 2026 Elections

The race towards the presidency in the upcoming elections continues to intensify as aspirants begin submitting the required supporter signatures to the Electoral Commission (EC). Read more »

Uganda: NUP's Sauda Madada Arrested in Busia

The National Unity Platform (NUP) has confirmed the arrest of Kampala Woman Lord Councillor aspirant Sauda Madada, a staunch loyalist of party leader Robert Kyagulanyi, also known… Read more »

Uganda: Boda, Taxi Operators Unite to Boost Public Transport Safety

In a landmark effort to reform Uganda's public transport sector, the United Boda Boda Riders Cooperative Union has partnered with the Uganda Taxi Operators Federation (UTOF) to… Read more »

Uganda: Singer-Turned-Politician Nubian Li Arrested

Nubian Li, the singer-turned-politician and a long-time confidante of National Unity Platform president Robert Kyagulanyi, has been arrested shortly after submitting his nomination… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Prisons Service Announces Key Transfers, Appointments, and Retirements

The Commissioner General of Prisons, Johnson Byabashaija has made a series of appointments, transfers and leave of senior officers. Read more »

Uganda: Besigye and Lutale Defiant As Legal Team Returns to Court Despite Judge's Dismissal

The legal standoff deepened after Justice Emmanuel Baguma dismissed the pair's bid for mandatory bail and told them to "just leave the bail case," vowing not to change his… Read more »

Uganda: Magistrate Walks Out On Contentious Courtroom

A chief magistrate in Kawempe, Uganda, abruptly walked out of a court proceeding on Monday after lawyers for the prosecution and defense engaged in a heated exchange, accusing each… Read more »

Africa: Interpol Africa Conference Charts New Course Against Organized Crime

The Interpol African Regional Conference has closed with a series of recommendations aimed at bolstering international police cooperation and enhancing the continent's capacity to… Read more »

Uganda: Eacop Launches Campaign to Tackle Gender-Based Violence, Promote Sexual and Reproductive Health

The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd. has launched a strategic campaign aimed at preventing Gender-Based Violence and Harassment (GBVH) and addressing Sexual and… Read more »

Uganda: Eron Kiiza Launches Bid for Uganda Law Society Presidency, Citing 'Judicial, Economic, and Political Chains'

Prominent human rights lawyer Eron Kiiza has officially launched his campaign for the presidency of the Uganda Law Society (ULS), embarking on a nationwide consultation tour ahead… Read more »

Uganda: Missing NUP Supporter , Bobi Giant Arraigned Before Court

National Unity Platform (NUP) supporter Calvin Tasi, popularly known as Bobi Giant, has appeared before the Chief Magistrate's Court in Kawempe, days after he was allegedly… Read more »

Uganda: Minister Threatens Arrest of Busoga Prime Minister in Jinja Land Row

The State Minister for Lands, Dr Sam Mayanja, has returned land to residents of Kainogoga and Buwekula villages in Northern Division, Jinja City, after they accused Busoga Kingdom… Read more »

Uganda: Jinja City Nominations - Over 20 Candidates Cleared As Mayoral Race Heats Up

The race for mayoral and local government seats in Jinja City has officially kicked off, with over 20 candidates duly nominated by the Electoral Commission on the first day of… Read more »

Uganda: Leaders Rally Behind Kira Municipality Mayor Amid NUP Tensions

Leaders from 52 villages under Kira Municipality have voiced their dissatisfaction with the manner in which the National Unity Platform (NUP) has treated their area mayor, Julius… Read more »

Uganda: Bobi Demands Immediate Release of Opposition Activist Sam Mugumya

The political atmosphere in Uganda has been shaken by the abduction of opposition activist Sam Mugumya, who was reportedly seized in broad daylight eight days ago in Mbarara by… Read more »

Uganda: Government Sued for Keeping Water Ministry Official in Office Past Retirement Age

The Ugandan government has been sued for keeping a top official in the Ministry of Water and Environment in office past his retirement age. Read more »

Uganda: Town Engineers, Planners Warned Against Extorting Money From Illegal Developers

Mukono District Local Government, in partnership with the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Urban Development Program (GKMA-UDP), has unveiled a draft Physical Development Plan… Read more »

Uganda: MPs Pin Abodo On Besigye Detention, Bail Controversies During Vetting

Newly appointed Principal Judge, Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, was on the defensive before Parliament's Appointments Committee on Tuesday, as lawmakers grilled her on the… Read more »

Uganda: NUP Faces Fallout in Makindye Ssabagabo As Kawuma Declares Independent Bid

Tensions are rising within the National Unity Platform (NUP) in Makindye Ssabagabo Municipality following the release of the party's official list of flag bearers for the 2026… Read more »

Uganda: Lukwago Raises Alarm Over Besigye's Health After Court No-Show

Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has raised fresh concerns over the health of jailed opposition leader Dr Kizza Besigye, revealing that the former presidential candidate is in a… Read more »

Uganda: MP Nyeko Out of Makindye East Race

Makindye East legislator Derrick Nyeko has announced that he will not seek re-election in the 2026 general elections, ending his parliamentary career after just one term. Read more »

Uganda: Opposition Leader Kizza Besigye Snubs Court

The treason trial of Dr Kizza Besigye and his co-accused, Hajj Obeid Lutale, failed to take off today after both men failed to appear in court. Read more »

Uganda: Four Arrested As Police Dismantle Marijuana Trafficking Network in Luweero

Police in Luweero District have dismantled a marijuana cultivation and distribution network following a successful intelligence-led operation conducted by the Savannah Region… Read more »