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20 July 2025, 3:09 pm
Newcomers triumph over incumbent MPs in NRM primaries in Lango
By Baker Okello As the political atmosphere heats up ahead of Uganda’s 2026 general elections, the public is beginning to scrutinise the profiles of emerging aspirants in the Lango sub-region who defeated incumbent National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearers in…
20 July 2025, 11:42 am
UPC’s Jimmy Akena accepts court ruling, calls for delegates conference
By Ronald Ssemagonja Hon. Jimmy Akena, President of the Uganda People’s Congress (UPC), has confirmed he will not appeal the recent High Court ruling barring him from contesting for another term as the party’s presidential flag bearer. Speaking at the…
18 July 2025, 8:58 pm
Electoral Commission commits to holding an inclusive election
By Byamukama Alozious The Independent Electoral Commission of Uganda has announced that sign language interpreters will be provided at all public gatherings to ensure inclusivity in the upcoming general elections. This initiative aims to bridge the communication gap between the…
18 July 2025, 4:35 pm
EC announces new election dates as UPC concludes nominations
By Ronald Ssemagonja Uganda’s Electoral Commission (EC) has announced key new dates for the 2026 general elections and called for calm and cooperation from all stakeholders to ensure a peaceful process. Speaking at a press briefing in Kampala today, EC…
18 July 2025, 12:14 pm
Amolatar NRM primary results announced amid Kioga county dispute
By Sarah Ejang The long-awaited results of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) parliamentary primaries have been officially announced, revealing a tense and competitive atmosphere in Kioga County. Henery Ojok, the District Registrar, declared Adupa Felix the winner of the Kioga…
18 July 2025, 9:06 am
NRM primaries results in Kasese haven’t yet been concluded
By Kyamanduma Patrick & Kaguta Joel Since yesterday evening, supporters of various contenders have been awaiting the final results from the tallying centre, which is still ongoing at Rwenzori International Hotel in Kasese Municipality. Hon. Dr Crispus Kiyonga, Chancellor of…
17 July 2025, 6:52 pm
NRM primaries: Lukanga poised to face Malende in Kampala
By Ronald Ssemagonja Members of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) have today participated in one of the party’s most significant activities — lining up to elect official flag bearers for various positions ahead of the 2026 general elections. In…
16 July 2025, 11:13 pm
Mixed reactions as NRM campaign ends ahead of Oyam primaries
By Eman Yonah Oruk The National Resistance Movement (NRM) joint campaign concluded on Monday, 14th July 2025, in Kamdini Subcounty and Minakulu Town Council, attracting enthusiastic crowds from neighbouring villages. Aspirants for key positions addressed voters with speeches marked by…
16 July 2025, 8:03 pm
NRM EC Kitgum fires two staff over incompetence before primaries
By Otim Moses The Electoral Commission of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) in Kitgum District has expelled two sub-county returning officers over alleged incompetence, just hours before the NRM party primaries scheduled for Thursday, 17 July 2025. Speaking during a…
15 July 2025, 1:55 pm
Ogwang Obia declares candidacy for Kwania District LC5 chairperson
By Eman yonah oruk Patrick Ogwang Obia, a senior member of the Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) and former LC3 and LC5 councillor for Chawente Sub county, has officially declared his intention to contest for the position of LC5 Chairperson for…