NUP’s Mpaka Cross to NRM After Withdrawing From Mbarara Race
Peter Mpaka, who recently withdrew from the Mbarara City North parliamentary race, and Mark Itogooro Nyabihemu, the former NUP mayoral candidate for Mbarara City, have both quit the National Unity Platform (NUP). The two were officially presented to President Museveni at the Golf Course grounds in Booma Cell, Mbarara City.
NUP Seeks Justice for Slain Supporter Misaki Okello
The National Unity Platform (NUP) has vowed to drag the government to court over the killing of their supporter, Misaki Okello. The announcement was made by NUP coordinator Mwiru Paul. Mwiru said the party is liaising with the family to take legal action against the government, noting that if accountability is
Bobi Wine: Adopt Backup Communication Options Ahead of Possible Election Internet Shutdowns
National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, spent yesterday campaigning across Masaka, one of Buganda Kingdom’s most politically influential cities. Wearing a kanzu, the Kingdom’s traditional men’s attire, Kyagulanyi received an enthusiastic welcome from supporters, despite earlier delays caused by a security roadblock
Fire Guts Bakaluba Mall in Mbalwa
A fire has ravaged Bakaluba Mall in Mbalwa, along Ndiwulira Road in a Kampala suburb, Daily Star has learned. Firefighters from the Police Fire Brigade are currently on the scene battling the blaze, which is believed to have started on the top floor of the building before spreading to other
How Okello Was Shot Dead After Bobi Wine’s Rally in Iganga
At least one person has been confirmed dead following a shooting that occurred shortly after a campaign rally for National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, in Iganga. The incident adds to a long string of violent confrontations between security forces and Kyagulanyi’s
Canary Mugume: I am one of the silent men suffering domestic violence
NBS Television investigative journalist Canary Mugume has publicly spoken out about what he describes as years of domestic abuse at the hands of his wife, Fiona Nagirinya, widely known as Sasha Ferguson. The couple married on September 19, 2021, at Miracle Centre Cathedral under the officiation of Pastor Robert Kayanja.
Bobi Wine Accuses Police of Double Standards, Urges Byabakama to Resign
The President of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, has called on Justice Simon Byabakama Mugenyi to resign, citing police brutality against party members during the campaign period. On several occasions, police have fired tear gas at Kyagulanyi’s supporters, claiming they were dispersing
Police Review Viral Videos of NRM Supporters Conducting Military-Style Drills
Police have said they will soon announce their decision regarding videos circulating online showing NRM supporters conducting military-style drills. The clarification comes at a time when over ten National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters are already facing charges related to unlawful military drills. Police spokesperson Rusoke Kituuma said the force is
UHRC Awards Shs160m to Victims of Human Rights Violations
The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) Tribunal sitting in Mbarara City has awarded a total of Shs160 million to victims of human rights violations in two separate cases. In the first ruling delivered by the Chairperson, Mariam Wangadya, the Tribunal awarded Shs80 million to Visensio Mucunguzi, a farmer from Rwenkuriju
World AIDS report: Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response
The global response to HIV has suffered its most significant setback in decades, warns a new UNAIDS report released today ahead of World AIDS Day 2025. Overcoming Disruption, Transforming the AIDS Response details the far-reaching consequences of international funding reductions and lack of global solidarity which sent shockwaves through low-
