Museveni Takes Over as EAC Chairman, Succeeding Kenya’s Ruto
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has assumed the role of Chairman of the East African Community at the 25th Heads of State Summit of the EAC, held in Arusha, Tanzania. He takes over from William Ruto, President of Kenya, marking Museveni’s third term as Chairperson of the East African Community. The
Museveni Hails Muhoozi for Reviving NRA Legacy Amid Nation’s 45-Year Reflection
In a moment steeped in history and reflection, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni praised Chief of Defence Forces Muhoozi Kainerugaba for reigniting national attention on Uganda’s liberation struggle. The tribute came during the 15th Annual Tarehe Sita Thanksgiving Breakfast at the UPDF headquarters in Mbuya. The gathering coincided with the 45th
Supreme Court rules on Kasibante’s petition to withdraw case against 2026 presidential election results
The Supreme Court is set to deliver its ruling on former presidential candidate Robert Kasibante’s petition to withdraw his case challenging the 2026 presidential election results. On February 6, 2026, Kasibante petitioned the Supreme Court to withdraw his case, citing prohibitive costs and the complexity of continuing the legal proceedings.
Museveni Signs Key Legislation to Improve Urban Safety and Housing Finance
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has signed three important pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening regulation in Uganda’s construction, housing finance, and valuation sectors. The President enacted the Building Control (Amendment) Act, 2025, the Mortgage Refinance Institutions Act, 2025, and the Valuation Act, 2025 at State House Entebbe. The new laws
Uganda, Saudi Arabia Renew Commitment to Trade and Investment Expansion
The governments of Uganda and the Saudi Arabia have committed to strengthening bilateral economic cooperation and unlocking new commercial opportunities between the two nations. Led by Ali O. Alswayeh, the Saudi delegation met Yoweri Museveni and reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s commitment to expanding investment in Uganda. The delegation identified agriculture —
Alupo calls for UN Security Council Reforms to Deliver Tangible Results for Africa
Vice President Jessica Alupo has called on the UN Security Council Reforms to deliver tangible results for Africa. Alipo said during the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU) at the AU headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Convened under the
Police: Bobi Wine Has No Case to Answer Despite Heavy Security at His Home
Police have said former presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, currently has no case to answer, despite heavy security deployment at the precincts of his home in Magere. Last week, Kyagulanyi alleged that the military had taken over his residence, saying soldiers forcefully entered the premises.
CDF Muhoozi Kainerugaba Awarded Kabalega Medal
The Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has been awarded the Kabalega Star Medal in recognition of his outstanding contributions and achievements in the military. General Muhoozi was decorated by President Yoweri Museveni, the Commander-in-Chief of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), during the 45th Tarehe Sita celebrations held
Inside Costly Legal Battle That Forced Kasibante to Drop presidential Election Petition
Former presidential candidate Robert Kasibante has petitioned the Supreme Court to withdraw his case challenging the 2026 presidential election results, citing prohibitive costs and the complexity of continuing the legal proceedings. On January 18, 2026, the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Justice Simon Byabakama, declared National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate
Girma Wake Appointed CEO of Uganda Airlines
President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Girma Wake, a retired airline industry executive and former chairman of the Ethiopian Airlines Group, as the interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Uganda Airlines. The announcement was confirmed by the State Minister for Youth and Children Affairs, Balaam Barugahara. Earlier today, Minister Barugahara shared
