Uganda Politics
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638After 15 years of political battles, Pallisa’s Catherine Achola finally enters Parliament
For more than a decade, Catherine Achola remained one of the most persistent faces in Pallisa District politics, repeatedly contesting for Parliament...
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512Sironko’s Nabulo among 170 MPs sworn-in on day two of 12th Parliament
Speaking to the media shortly after the oath, Hon Nabulo pledged to prioritise the interests of Sironko and the wider Bugisu sub-region...
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1.7KMuseveni hails NRM MPs after passage of Sovereignty Bill
The Bill, which was approved by Parliament late Tuesday evening, May 5, 2026, seeks to insulate Uganda’s political and economic systems from...
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733Bujingo vows to push for common markets, permits and regional ID in EALA MP Bid
EALA MP Hoepful, Hon Tiberondwa Stephen Bujingo has pledged to push for a common East African ID, work permit, and market system...
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1.4KMao breaks silence on Saleh, Muhoozi links in Speakership bid
Norbert Mao has dismissed claims linking his Speaker bid to Gen Saleh and Muhoozi, insisting his candidature is independent and reform-driven.
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914‘Tuko Pamoja’: PLU’s Kanyesigye vows unity after Female Youth MP victory
National Female Youth MP-elect Mercy Kanyesigye has pledged inclusive leadership after winning the seat at National Youth Council elections held last week...
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2.7KMuseveni’s 71.6 victory sealed as EC gazettes 2026 presidential results
The Electoral Commission has gazetted the 2026 presidential election results, officially confirming President Yoweri Museveni as winner with 7.9 million votes.
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830NUP’s Rubongoya to petition court over Kabanda’s Kampala Central win
NUP Secretary General Lewis Rubongoya has announced plans to challenge Minister Minsa Kabanda’s victory as Kampala Central MP, alleging rigging and security-backed...
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1.2K2026 ELECTIONS: Lango sweeps away ministers, heavyweights in regional political revolt
The 2026 elections triggered a political revolt in Lango, with voters ejecting ministers and long-serving MPs in a performance-driven protest vote.
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1.4KGovt Chief Whip Denis Obua ‘whipped’ by UPC’s Jalameso in Ajuri re-run
UPC candidate Fred Jalameso has defeated NRM Government Chief Whip Denis Hamson Obua to win the Ajuri County MP seat after an...
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1.7KNUP’s Balimwezo declared Kampala Lord Mayor
The Opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Eng Ronald Nsubuga Balimwezo has been declared as Kampala City's new Lord Mayor, bringing to...
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3.0KFrom Ssemujju, Mpuuga to Katuntu: Big names you’ll miss in Uganda’s 12th Parliament
Uganda’s 2026 election has ousted many prominent MPs; including Mathias Mpuuga, Ibrahim Ssemujju, Abed Bwanika and Asuman Basalirwa, ushering in a new...
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778Political attacks spark alarm as Pallisa leaders trade blame over recent elections
Clergy and elders in Pallisa District have blamed politicians for escalating political violence and tribal tensions after elections, citing multiple attacks on...
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821Bwowe’s Nakawa West petition dismissed as audacious ‘attempt to sneak to parliament’
The High Court in Kampala has dismissed Ivan Bwowe’s petition seeking to block Nakawa Division West MP nominations, ruling it was an...
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937EC throws out Nakawuki-backed petition, clears Lubyayi in heated Mawokota South race
The Electoral Commission has dismissed a petition allegedly backed by NRM Flag Bearer Suzan Nakawuki challenging John Bosco Lubyayi’s nomination for Mawokota...
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1.4KMuseveni to hold special rallies in final campaign push ahead of January 15 elections
President Museveni is set to hold special repeat campaign rallies in hotspot areas including Lira, Iganga and Kasese, as NRM makes a...
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1.6KSsenyonyi’s Nakawa West bid faces High Court test as judge sets hearing date
The High Court has fixed January 7, 2026, to hear a petition challenging Joel Ssenyonyi’s nomination for Nakawa West constituency, raising uncertainty...
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850‘Protect the people’s victory’: Bobi Wine rallies Ugandans in new year address
Bobi Wine has outlined a protest vote strategy, urged defence of the Constitution and called on Ugandans to protect their vote and...
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643New Year, New Party: Over 100 NUP supporters defect to NRM in Kamuli days to elections
More than 100 NUP supporters in Kamuli District have defected to the ruling NRM days to the elections, citing confidence in President...
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830Museveni urges Nakasongola to back NRM, cites jobs, infrastructure gains
President Yoweri Museveni urged Ugandans to support the NRM for stability and development, highlighting improvements in Nakasongola, including healthcare and education. He...