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28 January 2026, 12:33 pm
Women hail Sarah Bireete’s release, condemn abuse by security forces
By Byamukama Alozious Women’s rights activists in Uganda have welcomed the release of Sarah Bireete, Executive Director of the Centre for Constitutional Governance, while strongly condemning what they describe as the systematic violation of women’s dignity and privacy by security…
13 January 2026, 4:01 pm
Civil society groups raise concern over proposed 2026/27 budget cuts
By Annet Nakato Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), under their umbrella body, the Civil Society Budget Advocacy Group (CSBAG), have raised concerns over proposed budget cuts to critical sectors in the FY 2026/27 National Budget Framework Paper. Speaking to journalists at…
12 January 2026, 11:20 am
Religious voices: Uganda prepares to decide
According to the Electoral Commission, at least 21 million Ugandans will elect leaders for the next five years on 15 January 2026, just days away. In this podcast, supported by the Uganda Media Women’s Association under the M Space Project,…
10 January 2026, 12:07 pm
Women and the 2026 elections podcast
By Byamukama Alozious With only seven days to election day, women’s voices matter more than ever. In this podcast, Mama FM hosts Sandra Heather from the Uganda Women Parliamentary Association (UWOPA) to shed light on why elections are important. The…
6 January 2026, 10:18 pm
Museveni pledges expanded wealth and job creation initiatives for Wakiso
By Annet Nakato The National Resistance Movement (NRM) presidential candidate, Gen Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has unveiled a range of wealth and job creation initiatives aimed at improving livelihoods in Wakiso District, as he continues his campaign ahead of the forthcoming…
2 January 2026, 5:19 pm
Media coverage and election reporting podcast
By Byamukama Alozious On 15 January, Ugandans will choose their next leaders, including the President, Members of Parliament and other office holders. The media is on the ground covering all stages of the process. In our podcast, we host Rasmon…
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…
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…
25 November 2025, 2:35 pm
The role of police in electoral process
By SP Dr. Aisha Kayongo (PhD) Elections are the foundation of democratic governance, and for them to be credible, free, and fair, a secure environment must be maintained before, during, and after the polls. The police play a vital role…
22 October 2025, 4:47 pm
EC nominates candidates for special interest groups to Parliament
By Nakato Annet The Electoral Commission (EC) has confirmed the successful nomination of candidates representing various special interest groups to Parliament. According to EC officials, by 1 p.m. on the first day of nominations, 12 candidates had been nominated to…