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17 December 2025, 10:09 pm
UPC condemns restrictions on voters remaining at polling stations
By Annet Nakato The Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) has strongly criticised security agencies and individuals accused of preventing voters from remaining at polling stations after casting their ballots, warning that such actions could undermine electoral transparency. Speaking during his Christmas…
17 December 2025, 5:03 pm
UPC’s Jimmy Akena apologises and delivers christmas message as EC tests BVVK
By Ronald Ssemagonja Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) party president, Hon. Jimmy Akena, has apologised to anyone who may have been affected by his actions during recent political engagements. Akena, who had been seeking nomination as a presidential candidate, stated that…
14 December 2025, 2:43 pm
The significance of the Ugandan flag during the electoral season
By Ronald Ssemagonja Like any other sovereign state, Uganda is defined not only by its weather and geography but also by its national symbols, chief among them the national flag. Many people may wonder why it is important for a…
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 In this episode of Women Let’s Talk, Ms Kevin Namakula, an aspiring woman councillor for Lukuli Nanganda, Makindye Division, discusses the unique qualities and perspectives that women bring to…
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…