All posts tagged "2026 Elections"

RDC Birungi warns LC1 candidates against violence as campaigns begin

Speaking to journalists at the Kamuli District Headquarters on Monday, RDC Birungi warned candidates against engaging in violence or actions that could...

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Namyalo deploys 2,200 ONC Mobilisers to secure NRM victory in LC1, Women Council elections

Speaking during the flag-off ceremony, Namyalo urged the teams to replicate the commitment they demonstrated during President Museveni's previous mobilisation campaigns to...

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Pallisa RDC tasks school heads on civic mobilisation ahead of LC elections

Dikhusooka commended head teachers for their contribution to previous government mobilisation efforts and called on them to encourage communities to participate peacefully...

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Tayebwa commends Badogi for dropping Kigulu North petition

Tayebwa further praised Badogi for embracing the ideals of party solidarity, saying his decision aligns with the National Resistance Movement's principles under...

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NRM’s Nekesa, Seninde lead drive to prepare women for nationwide elections

The engagement forms part of the NRM's broader strategy to increase women's representation in leadership while equipping female candidates with the knowledge...

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Museveni pledges more ferries, electricity in NRM vote hunt for Kalangala by-election

The President, who also serves as the NRM National Chairman, made the commitments during a campaign rally in Kalangala on Monday in...

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NRM’s Paddy Kisembo wins Kikuube LCV By-Election

According to the official results declared by the EC, Kisembo won with 26,612 votes, representing 75.34 percent of all valid votes cast...

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Museveni hands loyal cadre Wanyoto Public Service role in new Cabinet

Wanyoto, a long-serving NRM cadre and influential mobiliser within regional and continental politics, makes a return to frontline executive government after years...

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AS IT HAPPENED: Parliament elects Oboth Speaker, Tayebwa Deputy

Addressing the House shortly after the elections, President Museveni congratulated the new parliamentary leadership but warned leaders against pursuing public office without...

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Jacob Oboth elected Speaker of Uganda’s 12th Parliament

Tuesday’s victory now places Jacob Marksons Oboth at the helm of the country’s legislative arm for the next five years, succeeding outgoing...

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Museveni preaches discipline as NRM caucus backs Oboth, Tayebwa for speakership

Museveni cautioned National Resistance Movement (NRM) legislators against excessive competition for parliamentary leadership positions, urging party members to embrace discipline, restraint and...

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LIST: Oboth, Tayebwa, lead as 19 enter NRM Speakership battle

Dr Tanga Odoi confirmed that three legislators have formally expressed interest in the Speakership, while a crowded field of 16 contenders is...

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NRM Caucus to decide Speaker candidates on Sunday

Speaking to journalists on Thursday, Obua clarified that despite widespread reports and endorsements circulating within political circles and on social media, the...

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Wanyoto still in for Deputy Speaker race ahead of NRM Caucus

As NRM's Sunday caucus approaches, the debate around the Deputy Speakership is increasingly shaping up as a broader conversation about loyalty, gender...

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Muhoozi backs Tayebwa to retain Deputy Speaker seat

In a statement posted on his official X account on Tuesday morning, Gen Muhoozi revealed that the decision followed consultations with President...

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Features

How philanthropy, grassroots work propelled Asha Nabulo to Parliament

According to her biography, Mafabi Asha Nabulo actively participated in mobilisation efforts and local development activities while growing up, gradually developing a...

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Anita Among withdraws from Speakership race amid corruption probe

In a statement released on Sunday night, Ms Among announced that she would no longer seek re-election as Speaker, saying the decision...

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After 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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New Iganga LCV Chairperson vows tough action on non-performing officials

In his inaugural remarks, Isabirye issued a warning to underperforming cabinet members and district officials, saying his administration would prioritize merit, accountability...

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527 MPs sworn in for 12th Parliament ahead of Speaker election

The exercise began on Wednesday with 184 MPs sworn in, followed by 174 legislators on Thursday and a final batch of 169...

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Nelson Osaga takes oath as Kiryandongo LC5 Chairperson

In his inaugural speech, Osaga thanked the people of Kiryandongo for entrusting him with leadership, describing his election as a collective victory...

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Gen Muhoozi backs Oboth-Oboth for Speaker in surprise move

The endorsement comes just days after the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), withdrew its earlier backing of current Speaker Anita Annet Among...

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