In a crucial step toward ensuring a fair and transparent electoral process, the Electoral Commission of Uganda is calling on all citizens to check their status on the National Voters Register. The Commission has released a list of individuals recommended for removal from the register as part of the #NVRDisplay2025 campaign. Between May 16th and…
Fresh and startling information has emerged surrounding the arrest of former CID spokesperson Charles Twiine, with security sources now directly linking him to exiled activist Kakwenza Rukirabashaija and outspoken government critic Fred Lumbuye. Twiine has reportedly been in security custody for several weeks, vanishing from public view after a closed-door meeting with Inspector General of…
Mukono District is mourning after a tragic road accident claimed three lives and left ten others injured on the night of May 20, 2025. The accident occurred around 9:00 PM at Wantoni Junction along the busy Jinja Highway. According to SP Kananura Michael, spokesperson for the Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety, the crash involved…
On May 21, 2025, Uganda marked a major milestone in aviation safety with the inauguration of the National Wildlife Hazard Management Committee. The event, held at Four Points by Sheraton in Kampala, brought together top officials from the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), various government ministries, airport operators, wildlife experts, and environmental agencies. This initiative…
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,…
There was drama in Uganda’s Parliament today as opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) walked out in protest during a session to debate the UPDF Amendment Bill 2025. The MPs, visibly angry, left the chamber and refused to participate in the debate. Their main complaint? The committee in charge of the bill did not give the…
The recent NRM structure elections in Bukamba Sub County have stirred up serious controversy after reports of irregularities and bias surfaced. What was supposed to be a peaceful and democratic election has now turned into a storm of complaints and public anger, especially in Kaliro District. The elections, held on Friday the 16th, were not…
On 17th May 2025, Mr. Calvin Echodu was featured on NTV’s Talk of the Nation show. He is running for the position of NRM Vice Chairperson for the Eastern Region. In the interview, he clearly explained his plans to bring new energy to the party, support young people, and help develop Eastern Uganda. Mr. Echodu…
