January 20
Uganda: Minister Amongi Accuses Speaker Among, Dr Aceng of Election Fraud in Lira City
Betty Amongi, Minister of Gender, Labour, and Social Development, and former contender for the Lira City Woman MP seat, has accused Speaker of Parliament Anita Among and Health… Read more »
Uganda: Hundreds Charged Following Mukono Protests, Families Decry 'Unfair Arrests'
Security has been heightened in Mukono District after more than 300 people were produced before Mukono Magistrates Court to face charges related to last week's protests. Read more »
Uganda: Dr Hilderman Rejects Amelia Kyambadde's Victory in Mawokota North
Dr Hilderman will not sing for Amelia. No, he has even refused to acknowledge her victory in the January 15 polls. Read more »
Uganda: West Ankole Diocese Education Secretary Rev Mushabe Dies
The West Ankole Diocese has confirmed the death of its Education Secretary, Rev Barnard Mushabe. Details surrounding his passing and burial arrangements will be communicated at a… Read more »
Uganda: Over 100 Masaka Protest Suspects Arraigned Over Post-Election Violence
- More than 100 people arrested by police over their alleged involvement in violent protests against the recently announced presidential election results were on Tuesday arraigned… Read more »
Uganda: UPC's Jalameso Demands Declaration As Ajuri County MP Amid Results Dispute
The Uganda People's Congress (UPC) candidate for Ajuri County in Alebtong District, Fred Jalameso, has demanded that the Electoral Commission (EC) immediately declare him the duly… Read more »
Uganda: NRM Sweeps Kabale Parliamentary Seats in Historic Victory
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has registered a historic political victory in Kabale District after winning all declared parliamentary seats, eliminating opposition… Read more »
Uganda: Karuhanga Returns to Parliament On Inclusivity, Voter Vigilance and Calmer Polls in Ntungamo Municipality
A mix of political inclusivity, voter vigilance, improved security and comparisons of past leadership records propelled Gerald Karuhanga back to Parliament as the Member of… Read more »
Uganda: Matooke Traders Count Losses As Matooke Prices Plunge in Ntungamo
Banana traders and dealers in Ntungamo Municipality are grappling with heavy losses following a sharp decline in matooke prices, a situation they blame on oversupply, transport… Read more »
January 21
Uganda: Uganda Targets 10.4 Percent Growth in Fy 2026/27 As Budget Envelope Shrinks
Government has projected a sharp acceleration in economic growth to 10.4 percent in the 2026/27 financial year, describing the period as a critical turning point toward upper… Read more »
Uganda: 'I Was Rigged, but Lessons Learnt' - Nina Roz Eyes Political Comeback
Musician-turned-politician Nina Kankunda, popularly known as Nina Roz, has spoken out following her defeat in the Sembabule District Woman Member of Parliament race, saying the… Read more »
Uganda: Prisons Fails to Produce Besigye in Court After Disputing Reports of Illness
The Uganda Prisons Service failed to produce opposition veteran Dr Kizza Besigye and his co-accused before the High Court today, a move that comes just twenty-four hours after… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Baati Toasts to Nine Years of George Arodi's Leadership
Uganda Baati has marked a significant milestone as its Chief Executive Officer, George Arodi, completes nine years at the helm of the company--a tenure defined by growth,… Read more »
Africa: Britam Uganda Retains Top Employer Africa Status for Second Year Running
Britam Uganda has been certified as a Top Employer Africa 2026 for the second consecutive year, reaffirming the company's commitment to people-centred leadership and a… Read more »
Uganda: Kawalya Faults Government Over Failure of BVVK Machines
Rubaga North Member of Parliament Abubakar Kawalya has sharply criticized the government and the Electoral Commission (EC) over what he described as poor preparation and costly… Read more »
Uganda: Credibility Is the Most Important Aspect of an Election, Says Rwomushana
Political analyst Charles Rwomushana has raised serious concerns over the credibility of the recently concluded 2026 general presidential and parliamentary elections, citing… Read more »
Uganda: DP's Beatrice Mao Confident Ahead of Kampala Mayoral Polls, Vows Disciplined and Inclusive Leadership
As the Local Government Council elections scheduled for Thursday, 22 January are just a day away, Democratic Party (DP) flag bearer for the Kampala Lord Mayoral race, Beatrice… Read more »
Uganda: Why Uganda's Saccos Need a Digital Shift to Serve the Next Generation
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Uganda: Kawalya Bashes Government Over Kiteezi Landfill
Rubaga North MP Abubaker Kawalya has expressed disappointment over the government's failure to allocate funds for the decommissioning and rehabilitation of the Kiteezi landfill. Read more »
Uganda: Police Dismiss Claims of High Death Toll in Wamala Election Protests
Police in the Wamala region have dismissed reports claiming that a large number of people died during demonstrations that followed the conclusion of parliamentary and presidential… Read more »
Uganda: Alarm Raised Over Besigye's Health
The People's Front for Freedom (PFF) has raised renewed alarm over the deteriorating health of its leader and four time presidential candidate, Dr. Kizza Besigye, saying the… Read more »
Uganda: Bukedi Voters Oust 24 Incumbent MPs in Youth-Driven 2026 Political Wave
Twenty-four of Bukedi's 29 incumbent Members of Parliament lost their seats in the 2026 general elections, marking one of the most dramatic political upheavals the sub-region has… Read more »
Uganda: Youth, PWD Elections in Makindye Ssabagabo Marred By Disputes
Makindye Ssabagabo Municipality witnessed tense scenes on Tuesday as elections for Youth and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) leaders were overshadowed by disputes between… Read more »
Uganda: Mubaje Calls for Traditional Celebrations, Islamic Values in Childbirth Ceremonies
Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, the Mufti of Uganda, has called on the Muslim community to uphold traditional practices of gratitude for the blessing of children, urging them to… Read more »
Uganda: NRM Sweeps Youth and PWDs Leadership Positions in Kira Municipality
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has registered a clean sweep in the Youth and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) leadership elections in Kira Municipality, winning all… Read more »











