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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…
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…
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…
4 December 2025, 11:11 am
UTOF chairman urges taxi drivers to avoid violence ahead of elections
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Chairman of the Federation of Uganda Taxi Operators (UTOF), Hajji Rashid Sekindi, has urged taxi drivers across the country to reject violence during and after the upcoming elections. His remarks follow reports that some individuals are…
3 December 2025, 9:53 am
EC schedules meeting with presidential agents and police ahead of 2026 elections
By Ronald Ssemagonja As the country prepares for the 2026/2031 general elections, the Electoral Commission has scheduled a special meeting with agents of presidential aspirants and the Uganda Police Force at its headquarters in Kampala. According to Julius Mucunguzi, the…
1 December 2025, 11:14 am
Presidential hopefuls face off in Kampala as Uganda marks World Aids Day
By Ronald Ssemagonja Uganda’s presidential candidates met yesterday at Serena Hotel in Kampala for a debate organised by the Nation Media Group. The moderators, Arnold Segawa and Priscilla Nalwoga, allowed each candidate to give opening remarks before the discussion began.…
27 November 2025, 4:29 pm
Analysts caution candidates against unrealistic promises as 2026 polls draw clos…
By Ronald Ssemagonja As Uganda moves steadily towards the 2026 general elections, political analysts have advised presidential and parliamentary aspirants to avoid making unrealistic promises that fall outside their mandate. They warn that habitual dishonesty during campaigns harms both voters…
26 November 2025, 9:05 pm
EC maintains 15 January 2026 election date as Byabakama updates nation
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Electoral Commission (EC) has reaffirmed that the presidential and parliamentary elections will take place on 15 January 2026, with no changes to the previously announced date. While addressing journalists at EC headquarters in Kampala, Chairperson Justice…
13 November 2025, 10:46 am
Parties intensify campaigns ahead of 2026 elections
By Ronald Ssemagonja As campaigns for various aspirants gain momentum across the country, candidates continue to make promises about what they intend to do for Ugandans if given the opportunity to serve between 2026 and 2031. During a press briefing…