State Names Fred Nyanzi as Witness in Case Against Mufumbiro, Eddie Mutwe and NUP Members
The State has lined up Fred Nyanzi Ssentamu, brother to National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, as a key witness in the unlawful drilling case against 21 NUP supporters. NUP spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro is jointly charged alongside 20 others, including Edward Ssebufu, also known as Eddie Mutwe,
Mufumbiro Denied Bail Despite Plea to Bury Wife
The National Unity Platform (NUP) spokesperson, Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, has been denied bail despite making an emotional plea to be temporarily released to lay his wife to rest. Mufumbiro’s wife, Edith Katende, passed away on Wednesday after a prolonged battle with cancer, closing a painful chapter that unfolded while he
Mufumbiro Returns to Court With Plea to Lay Wife to Rest
Grief is colliding with justice for detained National Unity Platform spokesman Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, who is making a desperate appeal for temporary freedom to bury his wife, placing his last hope in Chief Justice Flavian Zeija. Mufumbiro’s wife, Edith Katende, died on Wednesday after a long battle with cancer, ending
Grief Behind Bars: Mufumbiro Appeals for Release to Bury Wife
The spokesperson of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, currently detained at Luzira Prison, is seeking temporary release following the death of his wife. Edith Katende Mufumbiro passed away shortly after 3:00 a.m. after a prolonged battle with cancer. Her death was confirmed by NUP president Robert Kyagulanyi
“Justice Dies in Darkness” — Ssenyonyi Blasts Court Media Ban
There was commotion at Kawempe Chief Magistrate’s Court after the media was barred from using cameras and mobile phones during proceedings involving 21 supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP). The group includes NUP Deputy Spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, Edward Ssebufu, also known as Eddie Mutwe, head of former presidential
NRM Convert Nsibambi Strikes Deal to release NUP Supporters
Yusuf Nsibambi, a recent convert to the National Resistance Movement (NRM), has revealed that the government plans to release 80 supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) who were arrested during the election period. Prior to and after the elections, over 1,000 NUP supporters were reportedly detained and charged in
Court Dismisses Incitement Case Against Mufumbiro
The Nakawa Chief Magistrate’s Court has dismissed a case of inciting violence against National Unity Platform (NUP) Deputy Spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro. On September 8, 2025, Mufumbiro was arrested by military personnel under unclear circumstances. According to Joel Ssenyonyi, the party spokesperson, Mufumbiro had briefly stepped out to attend to
Panic as Sauda Madada Vomits Blood, Court Orders Urgent Evacuation
Kanyanya Grade One Magistrate Damalie Agumasiimwe has ordered the immediate evacuation of detained National Unity Platform (NUP) supporter Sauda Madada to a medical facility for further treatment. Madada, who appeared frail and visibly ill, was brought to court supported by prison warders and was reportedly vomiting blood. Before the court
NUP’s Olivia Lutaaya Charged with Unlawful Drilling
National Unity Platform (NUP) member Olivia Lutaaya has been charged with unlawful drilling at the party’s offices in Makerere-Kavule, Kampala. Lutaaya was among 89 NUP supporters arrested and detained last Friday as party president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, traveled to Bwizibwera in Mbarara District to canvass
Mufumbiro Seeks Bail After Spending Two Months in Prison
Nakawa East MP aspirant and National Unity Platform (NUP) Deputy Spokesperson, Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, has applied for bail after spending two months in Luzira Prison. Mufumbiro is facing two counts of inciting NUP supporters to commit murder against security personnel. Appearing before Nakawa Grade One Magistrate Frank Nahamya, Mufumbiro, through
