All posts tagged "Uganda Politics"

The US army will not remove President Museveni – Here is why

In this Op-Ed, Diplomat Buyinza Adam Luzindana explains why the United States will not intervene militarily in Uganda, arguing that President Museveni...

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No one will disrupt elections – IGP Byakagaba

In remarks shared by the Uganda Police Force on Monday, Byakagaba said police are fully prepared to provide security before, during and...

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Kasolo says NRM’s empowerment agenda transforming youth, women livelihoods in Buganda

Kyotera, Uganda: The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Vice Chairperson for Buganda Region Hon Kyeyune Haruna Kasolo has revealed that the ruling party’s...

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“Kakwenza is a fly, I am the chameleon” – Gen Moses Ali fires back at exiled activist

Adjumani, Uganda: Veteran politician and Adjumani West Member of Parliament Gen (Rtd) Moses Ali has accused self-exiled human rights activist Kakwenza Rukirabashaija...

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Minister Bahati calls for calm ahead of 2026 polls, urges voters to embrace NRM gains

Kabale, Uganda: The Minister of State for Industry, David Bahati, has called for a peaceful electoral season ahead of the 2026 General...

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Over Shs37m recovered after police grill NRM DEC members in Namisindwa

Namisindwa, Uganda: Several members of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) District Executive Committee (DEC) in Namisindwa have been released on police bond...

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Csl Ndyakira ‘Kinawolovu’ sues Basajjabalaba over defamation as Bushenyi-Ishaka race heats up

Bushenyi, Uganda: The NRM Chairman for Bushenyi District, Al-Hajja Hassan Basajjabalaba, is facing a storm after Independent MP aspirant Ndyakira Nicholas Muhereza,...

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Museveni’s push for East African integration winning hearts, says Buyinza Adam

Kampala, Uganda: As Uganda heads toward the pivotal 2026 general election, Public Opinions Team Leader Buyinza Adam Luzindana says many Ugandans are...

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‘He wants to eat alone,’ Mao accused of ‘political greed’ as Laroo–Pece race turns personal

Gulu, Uganda: Former Gulu District LC5 Vice Chairman Oola Simon has accused Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, of political...

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Katikkiro Mayiga condemns use of dogs on supporters, calls for police professionalism

Kampala, Uganda: Buganda Kingdom Premier Owek. Charles Peter Mayiga has condemned the renewed use of police dogs on political supporters, warning that...

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The politics of crowds as Uganda head to 2026: How to detect AI-created photos

By Oweyegha-AfunaduulaCenter for Critical Thinking and Alternative Analysis Uganda is going to the next Presidential, Parliamentary and Council elections, which the Uganda...

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UPC’s Akena isolated as Lango elders declare support for Museveni in 2026

Lira City, Uganda: Senior elders and long-standing power brokers from the Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) and Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) in...

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The Politics of Blackmail in Ugandan Politics: Childish and Stupid

By Boniface Ojas In the sweltering arena of Ugandan politics, where power plays and personal vendettas often eclipse policy debates, blackmail has...

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The dos and don’ts MP, LC contestants must abide by as campaigns kick off

Kampala, Uganda: The Independent Electoral Commission (EC) of Uganda has issued a fresh set of campaign guidelines as the 2026 general elections...

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‘Shallow and Bogus’ – Museveni mocks Bobi, NUP, after fielding Among’s relative in Bukedea race

Bukedea, Uganda: President Museveni has lashed out at the Opposition National Unity Platform (NUP), accusing the opposition party of “shallow politics” after...

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NPP’s Kasibante scoffs at Museveni’s ‘hired crowds’, calls it deception

Kamuli, Uganda: National Peasants Party (NPP) presidential candidate Robert Kasibante has defended his decision to hold small, impromptu public engagements instead of...

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Gen Muhoozi appoints Felix Kaihura to head PLU media task force

Kampala, Uganda: The National Chairman of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has appointed Felix Kaihura as the new...

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Kasolo declares ‘war’ on opposition in Kyotera, vows to reclaim MP seat to NRM in 2026

Kyotera, Uganda: The State Minister for Microfinance and NRM Vice Chairperson for Buganda, Hon. Kyeyune Haruna Kasolo, has declared a political war...

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Nandala pledges Karamoja transformation, tackle corruption and land evictions

Nakapiripirit, Uganda: The Opposition Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential candidate Hon. James Nathan Nandala Mafabi has pledged to spearhead the transformation...

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Museveni concludes West Nile campaign trail, hails peace, unity and development gains under NRM

Adjumani, Uganda: President Yoweri Museveni Monday, wrapped up his campaign trail in the West Nile sub-region with a mega rally at Paridi...

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Buying Leadership: The Alarming Rise of Money Politics

By Baluye Waiswa Michael The politics of money refers to the influence of financial power in political systems and decision-making processes. It...

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Inside Story: Why Museveni postponed Lira, Kole campaigns at the Eleventh Hour

Arua, Uganda: The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has explained why President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s scheduled campaign rallies on Monday in Lira...

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