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
NRM CEC Endorses Among, Tayebwa for Speaker and Deputy Speaker
The Central Executive Committee (CEC) of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), chaired by its chairman, President Yoweri Museveni, has endorsed Anita Among and Thomas Tayebwa for the positions of Speaker and Deputy Speaker of Parliament, respectively. The two legislators were endorsed during a top CEC meeting held last evening at
Museveni Prioritises Peace, Unity and Discipline in Governance
President-elect Yoweri Museveni has pledged to prioritise peace, unity, and discipline in governance following his seventh election as President of Uganda. “On Sunday, January 18, I formally received the declaration of my re-election as President of Uganda. I thank God, Maama Janet, the NRM members, our leaders, institutions, and all
Gen.Muhoozi confirms raid on Bobi Wine’s home, Denies Assault on Barbie Kyagulanyi
The Commander of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has confirmed that the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) carried out a raid on the home of former presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, but denied claims that soldiers assaulted his wife, Barbra Kyagulanyi. “My soldiers did
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,
Museveni Appoints Dr. Flavian Zeija as Chief Justice
President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Dr. Flavian Zeija as Uganda’s new Chief Justice, succeeding Justice Alfonse Owiny-Dollo, who has retired upon reaching the mandatory retirement age. Justice Zeija had been serving as the Deputy Chief Justice since his appointment in 2025, following the retirement of Justice Richard Buteera in May
