The government has suspended the operating license of the African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME) over alleged engagement in activities deemed prejudicial to the security and laws of Uganda. The suspension was confirmed by Peter Mwesigye, a founding member of the organisation. “ACME, the organisation that I co-founded 15 years ago to champion media excellence, […]

The High Court has thrown out Sudhir Ruparelia’s Shs40 billion case against DFCU Bank. In June 2024, Ruparelia, through Meera Investments Limited, dragged DFCU Bank to the Land Division of the High Court, accusing the bank of contempt of court for allegedly disobeying a judgment and decree issued on October 24, 2023. In its October […]

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed Moses Karangwa Kalisa as Senior Presidential Advisor in charge of Special Duties. The appointment was confirmed by the Secretary in the Office of the President, Hajji Yunus Kakande, following a letter issued by Stephen Opio Okiror on behalf of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Service. “I am pleased […]

The National Bureau for Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO Bureau) has suspended the operating permit of human rights organisation Chapter Four Uganda with immediate effect. The suspension follows alleged intelligence reports indicating that the organisation is engaged in activities deemed prejudicial to national security. “In the execution of this mandate, the NGO Bureau works with various stakeholders […]

The Electoral Commission will declare the winner of the presidential election within 48 hours after polling ends, chairperson Simon Byabakama has said. Byabakama told journalists on Monday, January 12, 2026, that results will first be announced at district tally centres before being transmitted to the national tally centre in Lubowa, Wakiso District. President Yoweri Museveni […]

Four-time former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye has officially endorsed the National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, ahead of the Thursday elections. Besigye’s endorsement comes just four days before the national polls. Uganda is set to head to the polls on January 15, 2026, following the expiration […]

The Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) and the State House Anti-Corruption Unit have launched investigations into allegations of abuse of office, embezzlement of funds, and false accounting involving officials of Uganda Airlines. The investigations relate to several financial transactions carried out by the national carrier. According to a leaked letter addressed to Uganda Airlines Chief Executive […]

First Deputy Prime Minister Rebecca Kadaga and State Minister for Lands Persis Namuganza skipped a National Resistance Movement (NRM) leaders’ meeting chaired by President Yoweri Museveni in Iganga, citing failure to receive invitations. The two leaders were notably absent from the meeting held at Iganga Secondary School playgrounds, where President Museveni met NRM leaders from […]

For the third edition in a row, Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo claimed the senior men’s title at the World Athletics Cross Country Championships Tallahassee 26 on Saturday, finishing ahead of Ethiopia’s Berihu Aregawi. In doing so, Kiplimo confirmed his status as one of the great distance runners of his generation. The Ugandan proved untouchable when it […]

Tension is mounting ahead of the 2026 general elections following the arrest of Habib Buwembo, the Head of Mobilisation for the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP). Buwembo was taken into custody along with Ronald Katabala and Josephine Nakakembo, police confirmed on Tuesday. Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson SP Rachael Kawala said the trio is being held […]

Former President of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, has arrived in Uganda ahead of the country’s general elections. Uganda heads to the polls on January 15, 2026, following the expiration of the five-year term of legislators and the president. Jonathan is leading a team of 84 election observers from the African Union (AU), the Common Market for […]

President Yoweri Museveni has declared January 15 and 16, 2026, as public holidays ahead of the upcoming general elections. Uganda is set to head to the polls on January 15, 2026, in accordance with the Constitution, which mandates that every five years the President and Members of Parliament renew their mandate through universal adult suffrage […]

The US government has issued security alerts to its nationals ahead of Uganda’s elections. Next week, Uganda heads to the polls scheduled for January 15, 2026. The Constitution of Uganda spells out that every five years, the President and Members of Parliament shall renew their mandate, having been elected on the basis of universal adult […]

The Ministry of Finance has released Shs 16.537 trillion for the last quarter of the 2025/2026 financial year. The funds were released by Ramadhan Ggoobi, the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Finance and Secretary to the Treasury. the released funds include Wage 2.71 trillion, Non- wage 2.898 trillion, Development 514 Billion, external financial component  […]

The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (the Commission) has expressed concern over violations of freedom of expression and access to information in Uganda. Since the kickoff of the 2026 presidential campaigns, there have been reports of violence and deaths of supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP). These include the killing of Misaki […]

By Nyombi Thembo Recent public comments attributed to me have given the impression that Starlink is to launch direct-to-consumer services in Uganda this week, in partnership with Airtel Uganda. While this interpretation is understandable due to the excitement around satellite technology, it is not accurate. Therefore, it is important to clarify the facts. A group-level […]

The court has dismissed a pre-election petition appeal filed against the Leader of the Opposition (LoP), Joel Ssenyonyi, and seven other respondents, including the Electoral Commission. The ruling, delivered by Justice Collins Acellam, brings to a close a legal challenge that sought to nullify the nominations of several candidates contesting for the Nakawa Division West […]

Uganda’s creative sector has, for many years, demonstrated immense potential as a driver of economic growth, job creation, and cultural diplomacy. The music, film, fashion, visual arts, crafts, digital content, publishing, and performing arts subsectors have not only shaped national identity but also created livelihoods for millions of Ugandans, particularly young people and women. Despite […]

The Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Kataaha Museveni, is set to commission the newly constructed Uganda Vocational and Technical Assessment Board (UVTAB) National Skills Assessment Centre on January 9, 2026, marking a significant milestone in Uganda’s technical and vocational education and training (TVET) reforms. Rising prominently on Kyambogo Hill, the eight-storey complex has been […]

Ugandans may soon be required to pay visa bonds before being issued with U.S. visas. The development follows a growing number of Ugandans who have overstayed in the United States on tourist and medical visas. Uganda has joined a list of 38 countries—mostly from Africa—whose nationals may be required to pay visa bonds before being […]

President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Brig. Gen. Tukachngurwa Richard as the Chairperson of the General Court Martial (GCM). Brig. Gen. Tukachngurwa was sworn in by the Principal Judge, Justice Jane Francis Abodo, following his appointment by President Museveni in December 2025. He replaces Brig. Gen. Robert Freeman Mugabe, who has served as Chairperson of the […]

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Lino Anguzu, has discontinued corruption proceedings against Lwengo District Woman MP Cissy Namujju, Busiki County MP Paul Akamba, and Bunyole East County MP Yusuf Mutembuli. In a notice filed before the Anti-Corruption Court, Anguzu informed court that the Government of Uganda had decided to discontinue the corruption charges against […]

The Anti-Corruption Court has remanded three police officers to Luzira Prison over allegations of abuse of office. The officers, who were attached to Busia Border, face three charges: abuse of office, aiding a prisoner to escape, and conspiracy to defeat justice. The accused officers are Assistant Inspector of Police (AIP) Kali Godfrey, Corporal Owiny Peter, […]

The High Court has dismissed a petition filed by Lwemiyaga County Member of Parliament Theodore Ssekikubo challenging the nomination of Brig. Gen. Emmanuel Rwashande. Last month, Ssekikubo dragged the Electoral Commission, Brig. Gen. Rwashande Emmanuel, and Aryaija Gracious to court, challenging Rwashande’s nomination on grounds that he failed to submit the requisite qualifications and did […]