All posts tagged "2026 Elections"
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991NationalNRM’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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384NationalMuseveni 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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1.5KNewsNRM’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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1.0KNationalMuseveni 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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898NationalAS 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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1.4KNewsJacob 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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800NationalMuseveni 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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786NationalLIST: 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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2.4KBig StoryNRM 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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803Big StoryWanyoto 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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1.6KBig StoryMuhoozi 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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1.2KFeaturesHow 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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3.3KBig StoryAnita 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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811NewsAfter 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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828NewsNew 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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1.6KNational527 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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1.2KNewsNelson 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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1.8KBig StoryGen 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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607NewsSironko’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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649NationalOver 180 MPs take oath on first day as 12th Parliament starts
The swearing-in exercise will continue until Friday, May 15, ahead of the first sitting of the 12th Parliament scheduled for May 25,...
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1.1KNewsKirunda brokers peace in Luuka speakership battle
The harmonisation meeting was held in Jinja City and brought together the two aspirants alongside incoming district leaders to resolve tensions ahead...
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661NewsNamisindwa gear up for swearing-in of new LC5 Chairperson Emma Bwayo
Bwayo was elected Namisindwa District chairperson after defeating incumbent Jackson Wakweika during the January 29 local government elections.
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960National‘No More Sleeping, No More Corruption’ – Museveni sets tone for new Kisanja
In his inauguration speech after taking oath for the 2026–2031 term, Museveni said the new phase of leadership would focus on wealth...
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2.0KBig StoryPICTORIAL: Museveni officially sworn in as Uganda’s President for 2026–2031 term
After the oaths, President Museveni signed the oath instruments and received the six instruments of power, including the Constitution of Uganda, the...