Category: Politics

President Yoweri Museveni has spoken out about the brutal killings that occurred in the Masaka region following the 2021 general elections, where over 20 people lost their lives. Addressing a gathering in Luweero Town, the President alleged that opposition members orchestrated the killings as a way to intimidate the government. He claimed that the attackers…

Recently, a high-level meeting took place in Gulu between the European Union (EU) Delegation and General Salim Saleh, the brother of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni. During the discussions, the German Ambassador to Uganda, H.E. Matthias Schauer, along with other EU diplomats, expressed serious concern over threatening social media posts made by General Muhoozi Kainerugaba President…

This week, Prince Kassim Nakibinge, the cultural leader of Muslims in Uganda, spoke to a group of Muslim leaders at Kibuli Hill. These leaders support him instead of the group based in Old Kampala led by Sheikh Mubaje. Nakibinge spoke about several issues, including the rise in torture and human rights abuses in Uganda. He…

In a dramatic turn of events, Soroti City has delivered a shocking blow to Mike Mukula and his campaign team. Team New Energy, led by Mr. Calvin Echodu, has completely swept the District Chairperson elections leaving Mukula’s team without even a single delegate in Soroti. This stunning result has not only shaken Mukula’s camp but…

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has had a serious disagreement with famous singer Moses Sali, also known as Bebe Cool, over money linked to the Rwabogo coffee project. Sources from both sides say the fight began when Bebe Cool was blocked from meeting Gen Muhoozi by people like Minister Balaam Barugahare….

Proscovia Nabbosa Mukisa, a politician aligned with the National Unity Platform (NUP), has been released on bail following her recent arrest. Mukisa, who is seeking election as the District Woman Member of Parliament for Mityana, was granted temporary freedom during a court session held on May 22. The Chief Magistrate of Mityana, Obedi Mugizi, presided…

Tensions are rising in Uganda’s political and military circles after General Caleb Akandwanaho, also known as Salim Saleh, said plans are being made to control General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces. Saleh, who is President Museveni’s brother and a powerful figure in the army, is worried about Muhoozi’s behavior on social media. Muhoozi…

Parliament has passed the Political Parties and Organizations Amendment Bill, introducing key reforms in how political parties access public funding. The legislation establishes clearer guidelines and conditions for government support, aiming to ensure fairness and accountability for all registered political groups. Previously, the funding system was criticized for being opaque and uneven, with some parties…

The Electoral Commission (EC) has come out strongly in defense of the recently concluded Kawempe North by-election, asking the court not to cancel the results over claims that lack evidence. According to the EC, allowing such petitions to succeed without solid proof would open the door for future election disruptions and endless court challenges. In…

Opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) have announced plans to take legal action against the government over the recently enacted UPDF Amendment Bill. They allege that the government violated a Supreme Court directive by passing the bill without conducting the required public consultations. According to the opposition MPs, the government’s actions amount to contempt of court,…