All posts tagged "Uganda Politics"

From University to Minister: Muganga’s long walk from education to Uganda’s political arena

Muganga’s became more popular in 2021 following his controversial arrest by security agencies over alleged espionage and immigration-related claims, accusations he strongly...

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LIST: Who are the new faces in Museveni’s ‘Kisanja No Sleep’ Cabinet

Unlike many past appointees who emerged through long parliamentary careers or historical NRM structures, figures like Muganga, Tanna and Mukalazi built their...

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Muganga pledges humility, hard work as Internal Affairs State Minister

In a statement on Wednesday morning, Dr Muganga thanked Museveni for entrusting him with the sensitive security and governance docket, saying he...

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LIST: Kasaija, Moses Ali headline senior ministers dropped in Museveni’s new cabinet

A comparison between the outgoing 2021–2026 Cabinet and the new executive lineup released on Tuesday shows that several veteran ministers, technocrats and...

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Features

Men vs Women: How Museveni’s ‘Kisanja No Sleep’ cabinet is shaped out by gender

A DailyExpress analysis of the full executive cabinet that out of the 83 appointments announced, including the Vice President, Prime Minister, Cabinet...

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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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Victoria University boss Muganga named State Minister for Internal Affairs

KAMPALA, Uganda: Victoria University Vice Chancellor and outspoken educationist, Prof Lawrence Muganga, has been appointed State Minister for Internal Affairs in President...

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LIST: The new faces, returnees and knifed ministers in Museveni’s new cabinet

KAMPALA, Uganda: President Museveni’s newly unveiled 2026–2031 Cabinet has introduced a blend of fresh entrants, political returnees and notable casualties in one...

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FULL LIST: Museveni names new Cabinet, State Ministers for 2026–2031 term

Among the biggest changes is the appointment of Ambassador Adonia Ayebare as Minister of Foreign Affairs, replacing Gen Jeje Odongo, while lawyer...

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ONC’s Namyalo delivers Museveni’s Eid support to Muslims in Kampala

As women at Masjid Noor praised Museveni's Eid support, Namyalo also announced that ONC’s nationwide empowerment programmes targeting youth and women will...

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Parliament

“I Pledge a Corruption-Free Parliament” – Speaker Oboth vows reform in maiden speech

“We are aware of the challenges that may be before us. I pledge a corruption-free Parliament. Under my leadership, we will cultivate...

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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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Among casualty of transition, not corruption – Salaam Musumba

Musumba says Ugandans should not celebrate Among’s ongoing troubles as a genuine anti-corruption breakthrough, warning instead that the unfolding events reflect a...

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‘At 82, I Can Still Fight With the Bible, AK-47 and Pen’ – Museveni roasts Mwenda over senile remarks

In a lengthy statement issued on Saturday, Museveni dismissed Mwenda’s criticism as “neo-colonial sabotage,” insisting that despite his age, he remains fully...

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Museveni assents to Protection of Sovereignty Act 2026

The assent now officially brings the law into force, paving the way for the Ministry of Internal Affairs and related security agencies...

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ULS demands withdrawal of Sovereignty Bill financial certificate over legal breaches

According to ULS Vice President Asiimwe Anthony, the certificate lacks the “comprehensive, balanced, and evidence-based analysis” required before Parliament can proceed with...

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ONC launches community driven mobilization for Museveni Swearing-In

Hajjat Namyalo said the activities will include sanitation campaigns, hospital visits, and coordinated public mobilisation drives aimed at rallying citizens to participate...

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Mao proposes delay of MPs induction until Speaker is elected

According to Mao, the induction is a critical process meant to equip MPs, many of whom are entering Parliament for the first...

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Museveni SPA, Amina Mukalazi ‘under fire’ over unpaid transport providers for ‘Yoga Yoga Mzee’ event

Several operators allege they committed vehicles, fuel, and time to transport supporters to the high-profile gathering but have yet to receive payment,...

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NRM South Africa Chapter disowns Museveni Victory Party in Cape Town

NRM leaders in South Africa have disowned a planned Museveni celebration, accusing rivals of hijacking party structures and misleading members.

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Bobi Wine flees Uganda, but vows to continue ‘struggle’ abroad

Ugandan Opposition leader Bobi Wine says he has left Uganda after going into hiding following the disputed presidential election, vowing to continue...

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“You’ll never be minister again,” Muhoozi tells Baryomunsi in explosive clash

Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has told ICT Minister Chris Baryomunsi he will “never be a Minister again,” triggering a fierce public exchange that...

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