2026 Elections: Mpuuga, Katuntu, Ssemujju, Sseggona, and Bwanika Lose Seats
Uganda’s opposition faces a new reality after a seismic shift at the ballot box this week, as elections swept away some of the country’s most familiar political faces almost overnight. The Jan. 15 vote became a political graveyard. Decades of experience, national fame, and hard-fought reputations could not shield incumbents
NUP Contests Museveni’s Declaration as President-Elect
The National Unity Platform (NUP) has contested the declaration of President-elect Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. Yesterday, Justice Simon Byabakama, the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, declared the National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the winner of the 2026 presidential election. Speaking after the declaration, Benjamin Katana, the National Unity
2026 Elections: Gov’t Further Delays School Reopening
The government has postponed the reopening of schools following the conclusion of the presidential elections. Yesterday, the Electoral Commission announced that Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, representing the National Resistance Movement (NRM), has been declared the president-elect. He defeated seven other candidates, including the National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate, Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu,
Museveni Wins 2026 Presidential Election
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, was yesterday declared the winner of the 2026 general elections. Museveni was declared winner by Justice Simon Byabakama, the chairperson of the Electoral Commission. He defeated seven other presidential contenders, including Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine of the
Gov’t Suspends ACME License Over Alleged Security Violations
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
Sudhir Loses Shs 40 Billion Case Against DFCU Bank
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
Museveni Names Karangwa Senior Presidential Advisor
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
Gov’t suspends Chapter Four Uganda over national security
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
2026 Elections: How the president elect will be declared
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,
At Last: Besigye Backs Bobi Wine’s Candidature Ahead of Elections
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
