Who are the Five Workers’ MPs Elected to 12th Parliament
Five candidates have been officially declared Members of Parliament representing workers in Uganda’s 12th Parliament following elections held at Kibuli Secondary School in Kampala. The declaration was made on Tuesday evening by the Returning Officer, Ibrahim Kakembo, who also issued declaration forms to the successful candidates. Annet Birungi emerged the
AU Observers Flag Internet Shutdown During Elections
The African Union (AU) Election Observer Mission has raised concerns over the suspension of internet services during Uganda’s 2026 General Elections, warning that the move curtailed fundamental freedoms and weakened the transparency of the electoral process. Addressing journalists at a joint press briefing at Skyz Hotel in Naguru, the Mission’s
Chapter Four: Our Suspension Is Based on Vague Allegations
Chapter Four Uganda has closed its offices and temporarily suspended its operations following the withdrawal of its operating licence. Last week, the National Bureau for Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO Bureau) suspended the operating permit of the human rights organisation, citing alleged intelligence reports that claim the organisation is engaged in activities
List: NUP MPs who Made It to Twelfth Parliament
At least 50 legislators have so far secured seats in the Twelfth Parliament on the National Unity Platform (NUP) ticket, The Daily Star has learned. The figure represents a reduction of seven Members of Parliament compared to the party’s previous strength in the House. In the last election cycle, NUP
List: MPs Who Made It to Parliament
On January 15, 2025, Uganda went to the polls following the expiry of the presidential and parliamentary terms. The Constitution of Uganda mandates that every five years, the President and Members of Parliament renew their mandates through universal adult suffrage, conducted by secret ballot. Yesterday, Justice Simon Byabakama, Chairperson of
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,
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
