Museveni Faults UWA Over Eviction of Pastoralists in Nakapiripirit
The National Resistance Movement presidential candidate President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has faulted the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) for evicting pastoralists from the Pian-Upe Wildlife Reserve in Nakapiripirit district without consulting the affected communities. Speaking at a campaign rally in Nakapiripirit today, Museveni described the evictions as premature and insensitive to
Nandala Mafabi: We Are Not Here to Undo What Museveni Has Achieved
The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential flag bearer, Nathan Nandala Mafabi, has revealed his plans to transform Uganda’s economy ahead of the 2026 presidential elections. Mafabi is scheduled to be nominated later today, alongside National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine. The two
Museveni Honours Aga Khan V with Pearl of Africa Medal
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has awarded His Highness Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V the Most Excellent Order of the Pearl of Africa (Grand Master), Uganda’s highest civilian honour in recognition of his contribution to national development through education and healthcare. The award was presented during the official launch of
Museveni Warns Speaker Among, Other NRM Leaders Against Corruption
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has issued a strong warning to the newly elected National Resistance Movement (NRM) leaders, including Speaker of Parliament Rt. Hon. Annet Anita Among, urging them to steer clear of corruption and other forms of misconduct, warning that such behavior will provoke public anger. The newly elected
NRM primaries proved that it is still a popular political party which is here to stay
By David Serumaga Under the multiparty system, political parties are expected to hold primary elections, allowing members to elect competent candidates who will then compete against flag bearers from other parties. The NRM party has consistently organised these primaries at both local and national levels since 2006, including in 2011
Police nabs 21 Suspects Over Robberies at National Theatre and UBC roundabout
At least 21 suspects, including two women, have been arrested in connection with a string of robberies and assaults that occurred on Saturday in the area surrounding the National Theatre and UBC roundabout. The suspects, reportedly disguised in yellow T-shirts, targeted motorists, pedestrians, and individuals heading to Kyadondo to witness
How Nampa used 500K from PDM to build a steady income and transform her life
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni is moving around the country, encouraging people to work hard and take part in government efforts to fight poverty. On Thursday 20th June, the President took his message of wealth creation to Greater Mukono. He asked Ugandans to warmly welcome and use the Parish Development Model
Byanyima Pleads with Museveni Over Besigye’s Detention
Winnie Byanyima, the Executive Director of UNAIDS and wife of detained former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye, has publicly appealed for his release after he has spent over three months in detention without trial. In February, Dr. Besigye was formally charged in a civilian court following a Supreme Court ruling
Ofwono Opondo Resigns, Set to Hand Over Office on Monday
Ofwono Opondo, the Executive Director of the Uganda Media Centre, has officially resigned, announcing his intention to join elective politics ahead of the 2026 general elections. “For the avoidance of doubt, I will be handing in my resignation letter to the Uganda Media Centre tomorrow. I will officially hand over
