Politics
16 May 2026, 9:48 am
MP-elect assures Aruu residents of government commitment after landslide victory
By Geoffrey Okwong Christopher Komakech, the Member of Parliament-elect for Aruu County, has assured residents of Aruu County of the government’s commitment to development following what he described as overwhelming support for the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) in the…
15 May 2026, 3:46 pm
Former Lira district LCV aspirant elected Pala-Otara clan head
By Dickens Aruca Former aspirant for LCV chairperson for Lira district Caxton Etii has been elected as the new Awitong of Pala-Otara clan. Alfred Okello Abala, the chairperson Electoral Commission (EC) for Pala-Otara clan confirmed the update during a telephone…
15 May 2026, 11:53 am
Majority of MPs sworn in as Museveni appoints Kazibwe Deputy Chief Justice
By Ronald Ssemagonja A total of 529 legislators are expected to officially enter the books of Parliament as representatives of the people in the 12th Parliament, with today marking the final day of the swearing-in ceremony. By yesterday, the largest…
14 May 2026, 10:23 am
Swearing-in of 12th Parliament continues as UPC urges better service delivery
By Ronald Ssemagonja Following the expiration of the 11th Parliament of the Republic of Uganda, as provided for under Article 77(3) of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda, which states that “Subject to this Constitution, the term of Parliament…
14 May 2026, 3:24 am
Hon. Collines Angwech celebrated amid ministerial rumours
By Gerald Odongo Joy and happiness enveloped voters of Kioga County who gathered at Gracious Hotel in Namugongo for a dinner party organised by Hon. Collines Angwech Otim following her swearing-in ceremony on Wednesday. The atmosphere was filled with celebration…
13 May 2026, 12:23 pm
Collines Angwech Otim sworn in as Kioga County MP
By Sarah Ejang and Gerald Odongo On May 13, 2026, Hon. Collines Angwech Otim was officially sworn in to Uganda’s 12th Parliament as the representative for Kioga County in Amolatar District. In a historic and inspiring event, Hon. Collines Angwech…
13 May 2026, 10:14 am
Erias Lukwago hands over instruments of power at final KCCA council sitting
By Ronaol Ssemagonja The 19th Mayor of Kampala and pioneer Lord Mayor, Erias Lukwago, yesterday handed over the instruments of power to the Executive Director, Sharifa Buzeki, at the Kampala Capital City Authority gardens. The handover took place during the…
7 May 2026, 10:08 am
Abu Mwesigwa documents hidden moments of president Museveni in new book
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Official Photographer to President Yoweri Museveni, Abu Mwesigwa, has shared some of the hidden moments of the President captured over the past 12 years in which he has worked closely with him. Through a book titled…
5 May 2026, 8:12 pm
Oyam South receives new ambulance through Ogwang Obura’s efforts
By Eman Yonah Oruk Oyam South Constituency is set to benefit from a brand-new Type B ambulance, secured through the lobbying efforts of Mr Patrick Ogwang Obura. In a letter dated 12 March 2026 addressed to Hon. Dr Jane Ruth…
5 May 2026, 1:28 pm
Uganda ready for 2026 presidential swearing-in ceremony at Kololo
By Ronald Ssemagonja Following the announcement by the Electoral Commission that President-elect Yoweri Kaguta Museveni won the January 2026 general election with 71.65% of the total votes cast, government officials have confirmed the country’s readiness for the upcoming swearing-in ceremony.…