Bireete returns as Bail Verdict Looms
The Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court is set to rule on the bail application filed by jailed human rights activist Sarah Bireete. Through her lawyers, led by Anthony Asiimwe, Vice President of the Uganda Law Society (ULS), Bireete applied for bail, arguing that she is a law-abiding citizen with a
2026 Elections: Justice Kisakye Questions Museveni’s Failure to Discipline the army and Police
Former Supreme Court Judge, Justice Esther Kisakye, has raised concerns about President Yoweri Museveni’s failure to hold security agencies accountable following the conclusion of Uganda’s 2026 elections. On January 15, 2026, Uganda held its general elections, with citizens electing leaders for various positions across the country. In the presidential race,
What the 2026 Elections Mean for Bobi Wine and NUP
By Dedan Kimathi By far, the most contentious elections are now behind us. Those that remain, particularly the LC V and Youth MP polls, though meaningful in other countries, are largely ceremonial in this part of the world. As we speak, winners of various constituency seats are immersed in celebrations,
EAC Observers Flag Late Opening of Polling stations
The East African Community (EAC) Election Observer Mission has expressed concern over the delayed opening of polling stations during Uganda’s 2026 General Elections, citing logistical and technical challenges that affected voting at several locations. Speaking at a press conference held at Skyz Hotel in Naguru, the Head of the EAC
How Internet Shutdown offered Families Time to Bond
When the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) announced the suspension of internet services during the presidential and parliamentary elections, Gen Z collectively blinked in disbelief. It was as if someone had hit “pause” on the world, leaving us in a bizarre reality that felt ripped straight from The Walking Dead except our
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
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
NUP Mobiliser Habib Buwembo Arrested Ahead of 2026 Elections
Tension is mounting ahead of the 2026 general elections following the arrest of Habib Buwembo, the Head of Mobilisation for the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP). Buwembo was taken into custody along with Ronald Katabala and Josephine Nakakembo, police confirmed on Tuesday. Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson SP Rachael Kawala said
