All posts tagged "2026 Elections"

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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Sironko’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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Over 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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Kirunda 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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Namisindwa 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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‘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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PICTORIAL: 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...

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