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19 February 2026, 10:00 am
Kyagulanyi’s appreciation of EU resolution taken out of context
By Byamukama Alozious Claim: A post circulating on TikTok under the handle @GamaOsaka alleges that Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine), the former presidential candidate in Uganda’s 2026–2031 election, appeared before the UK Parliament to report that his votes had been rigged.…
18 February 2026, 2:29 pm
Nsibambi joins NRM as S5 selection and HIV awareness begin
By Ronald Ssemagonja Following his defeat to NRM’s Susan Nakawuki in the recent general elections, Yusuf Nsibambi of the FDC party has officially joined the ruling NRM party. Nsibambi was welcomed by NRM Secretary General Richard Twondong and Speaker of…
18 February 2026, 1:42 pm
Museveni vows stronger security against cattle rustlers amid rising raids
By Otim Moses President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has pledged swift action to halt renewed cattle raids in the Acholi Sub-region, following reports of escalating attacks in Kitgum and neighbouring districts. Speaking during the 49th St Janani Luwum Day commemoration, the…
18 February 2026, 8:27 am
NRM’s Musa Tom wins Nyamarunda town council repeat election
By Julius Tinka Kibaale The NRM flag bearer, Agaba Musa Tom, has been declared the Direct District Councillor-elect for Nyamarunda Town Council in Kibaale District following a repeat election held on Tuesday, 17 February 2026. Tom secured 1,412 votes, representing…
11 February 2026, 3:04 pm
Akena accuses army of interfering in past elections, calls for stronger democrac…
By Ronald Ssemagonja Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) President General Jimmy Akena has accused the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) of interfering in past elections, saying such involvement is illegal under Ugandan law. Addressing journalists at the UPC headquarters in Kampala,…
10 February 2026, 6:26 pm
DP women decry challenges faced in 2026 elections
By Richard Musaazi Women in the Democratic Party (DP) have expressed concern over the many challenges they faced during the recently concluded electoral process ahead of the 2026 general elections. Speaking at a press conference held at the DP headquarters…
8 February 2026, 08:05
Pader urban council III chairperson on two-week post-election leave
By Ekel Bonny Daniel Kilama Fearless Wodacholi, the Pader Urban Council LC III Chairperson and LC III elect for the 2026–2031 term, has announced a two-week leave to refresh his mind following a prolonged campaign period and his recent return…
7 February 2026, 08:12
Okwii Moses Zombo wins Kotomor LCIII seat after 15 years of struggle
By Ekel Bonny Daniel After nearly two decades of repeated electoral defeats, Okwii Moses Zombo has finally triumphed as LCIII Chairperson of Kotomor Sub county in Agago District, marking a remarkable story of determination and resilience in local politics. Zombo,…
6 February 2026, 22:35
EC supervisor arrested in Kyegegwa over alleged election result alteration
By Kyalisiiima Asuman Electoral Commission supervisor for Nkanja Sub county in Kyegegwa District, Benard Kasangaki, was arrested on Thursday, 5 February, by Kyegegwa Central Police Station over allegations of altering election results for the position of Woman Councillor representing Kyaburikuya…
6 February 2026, 12:12 pm
NRM LC3 candidates make significant gains in Amolatar elections
By Onyinge Ivan In a concluded local council election in Amolatar, significant outcomes have emerged across sixteen sub-counties, as declared by District Returning Officer Irene Hope Nakiru. The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) secured six positions, the Uganda People’s Congress…