Politics
11 December 2025, 2:53 pm
Kisumu Governor set to visit Uganda’s Acoli sub-region
By Joyce Adokorach Kisumu County Governor, Professor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o, is set for a historic mid-December visit to Uganda. He will travel at the invitation of Rocco Paco co-chairs, Chief Justice Alfonse Owiny-Dollo and Ambassador Olara Otunnu. The Governor and…
10 December 2025, 2:01 pm
Akena decries missed nomination and condemns rising electoral violence
By Ronald Ssemagonja The President General of the Uganda Peoples Congress (UPC), Hon. Jimmy Akena, has once again expressed concern over missing out on nomination to contest in the presidential race earlier this year. Akena made the remarks while addressing…
9 December 2025, 1:28 pm
Santa Alum Ogwang’s campaign trail in Oyam turns into celebration of service
By Eman Yonah Oruk The campaign trail for Oyam District Woman Member of Parliament and UPC flag bearer for the 2026–2031 general elections, Hon Santa Alum Ogwang, turned into a moving display of gratitude and appreciation on Tuesday as she…
8 December 2025, 3:19 pm
Women leading change: Female leaders shaping Uganda’s 2026 elections
By Regina Nassanga Women Let’s Talk | Every Thursday 1:15–3:00 PM Did you know that there is no conclusive research on the causes of short stature? In this episode of Women Let’s Talk, Ms Kevin Namakula, an aspiring woman councillor…
8 December 2025, 10:02 am
Women with disabilities face rising barriers ahead of Uganda’s 2026 elections
By Nancy Atim As Uganda heads towards the 2026 general elections, testimonies from caregivers, political actors, disability rights advocates, and community leaders in the Lango sub region reveal deep-rooted barriers that continue to lock women with disabilities out of political…
7 December 2025, 11:18 am
Museveni and Kyagulanyi intensify campaigns as incidents shape Uganda’s 2026 p…
By Ronald Ssemagonja The eight presidential candidates continue to canvass for votes from eligible Ugandans, who are constitutionally mandated under the 1995 Constitution (as amended) to choose the country’s next leader. Yesterday, the NRM flag bearer, President Yoweri Tibuhaburwa Museveni,…
5 December 2025, 9:03 am
EC, stakeholders step up final preparations for 2026 general elections
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Electoral Commission yesterday held a comprehensive briefing for Government Communication Officers and members of the media at Hotel Africana, outlining the final stages of preparation for the 2026 General Elections. During the meeting, officials reported progress…
4 December 2025, 11:11 am
UTOF chairman urges taxi drivers to avoid violence ahead of elections
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Chairman of the Federation of Uganda Taxi Operators (UTOF), Hajji Rashid Sekindi, has urged taxi drivers across the country to reject violence during and after the upcoming elections. His remarks follow reports that some individuals are…
3 December 2025, 9:53 am
EC schedules meeting with presidential agents and police ahead of 2026 elections
By Ronald Ssemagonja As the country prepares for the 2026/2031 general elections, the Electoral Commission has scheduled a special meeting with agents of presidential aspirants and the Uganda Police Force at its headquarters in Kampala. According to Julius Mucunguzi, the…
2 December 2025, 9:02 pm
Oyam RDC calls on UPC and FDC to support Museveni
By Eman yonah oruk The Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Oyam, Sgt. Shilako James, has urged Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) and Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) leaders, who have pledged support for President Yoweri Museveni, to remain firm and campaign…