PFF Courts Gen Muntu Over Lack of Suitable Presidential Candidate
The People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) has announced that it will not field a presidential candidate in the upcoming elections. The announcement was made by the party’s spokesperson, Ibrahim Ssemujju. PFF is currently in talks with the National Unity Platform (NUP) and the Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) to agree
EC Unveils Official Symbols for Political Parties and Independent Candidates Ahead of 2026 Polls
The Electoral Commission (EC) has officially released the symbols for 27 registered political parties and 20 designated symbols for independent candidates, setting the stage for Uganda’s 2026 General Elections. This development marks a crucial step in the country’s multiparty democratic process, guided by the Political Parties and Organizations Act of
President Museveni Submits Nomination Forms Ahead of 2026 General Elections
President Yoweri Museveni, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer, has officially returned his nomination forms to the Electoral Commission (EC) ahead of the 2026 general elections. The forms were delivered by NRM Secretary General Richard Todwong, accompanied by other senior party leaders. This development comes just a day after
iPhone 17 Launches in Uganda, Base storage now starts at 256GB
Apple’s highly anticipated iPhone 17 series is officially here and Uganda is one of the first countries in East Africa to get a front-row seat to the tech revolution, thanks to Sage Buyers, a trusted Apple reseller based in Kampala. At a vibrant livestream event hosted at Tehila’s Café and Grill,
Business Incubator Masterclass Demystifies New Tax Reforms for SMEs
In a bid to equip small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the knowledge needed to navigate Uganda’s evolving tax landscape, Stanbic Business Incubator Limited (SBIL) hosted its September Masterclass, spotlighting the country’s newly introduced tax measures for the 2025/2026 fiscal year. The session featured Solomon Rukundo, a Tax Specialist from
Electoral Commission Begins Hearing Nomination Petitions
The Electoral Commission (EC) has commenced hearings for petitions filed by candidates who were denied nomination for district chairperson, mayoral, and councillor positions. According to the EC, a total of 60 petitions were submitted following the conclusion of the nomination process last week. The hearings are being presided over by
Museveni Honours Aga Khan V with Pearl of Africa Medal
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has awarded His Highness Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V the Most Excellent Order of the Pearl of Africa (Grand Master), Uganda’s highest civilian honour in recognition of his contribution to national development through education and healthcare. The award was presented during the official launch of
Inside Uganda’s innovative armored firefighting vehicle
President Yoweri Museveni has introduced a prototype for an all-terrain, armored firefighting vehicle named the “Muliro,” also known as the “Moto Eater,” designed specifically to combat wildfires in remote and hard-to-access locations. The unveiling took place at State House, Entebbe, with diplomats from the United States, European Union, and Russia
NSSF Earnings Hit Shs 3.52 Trillion as Assets Surge to Shs 26 Trillion
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has announced that its total earnings for the Financial Year ending June 30, 2025, rose to Shs 3.52 trillion, marking an 11% increase from Shs 3.2 trillion the previous year. Member contributions also hit a new record, rising by over 10% from Shs 1.93
Parliament Names a Rhino, Pledges Shs 35M
The Parliament of Uganda has contributed Shs 35.1 million towards rhino conservation efforts and named one of the rhinos “Kira” during a plenary session held this week. Speaker of Parliament Anita Among made the announcement, pledging the funds on behalf of Parliament as part of the upcoming Rhino Naming Ceremony
