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
EAC Observers Pledge Independent and Impartial Assessment of Uganda’s Elections
As Ugandans prepare for the forthcoming general elections scheduled for January 15, 2026, the Head of the East African Community (EAC) Election Observation Mission, Rt. Hon. Ambassador Edda Mukabagwiza, has reaffirmed that the mission is in the country to independently assess the electoral process. “We are here to observe and
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
Gov’t, Private Sector Assure Investors of peace and Smooth Elections
Heads of government ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs), together with private sector leaders, have assured Ugandans and investors that business operations and public services will continue uninterrupted during this week’s elections. They called for calm, responsible conduct by citizens and professional journalism. Speaking at a media briefing held at the
Museveni advocates for commercial agriculture and tourism
President Yoweri Museveni has called on Kasese residents to embrace commercial agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing as key drivers of wealth creation and job growth. Addressing supporters, President Museveni said peace and stability had laid a strong foundation for development in Kasese and the country at large. He noted that the
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
