Ngora District Woman MP Stella Apolot Isodo has died at Kampala Hospital, two days after the 2026 election. Get the details on the lawmaker’s passing and legacy.KAMPALA, Uganda — Stella Apolot Isodo, the Ngora District Woman member of Parliament, died Saturday at Kampala Hospital, just
After a military raid on his home in Magere, Robert Kyagulanyi remains in hiding while condemning election irregularities and the house arrest of his relatives.Uganda’s presidential election, held on Jan. 15, 2026, was defined by a massive security presence and a total digital blackout,
Results from the recently concluded general elections in Greater Masaka, Mbale, and Kigezi regions point to a broad political realignment marked by the rejection of incumbents, the return of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) in traditionally competitive areas, and a mixed performan
As expected, the Uganda Communications Commission has reportedly ordered the shutting down of internet ahead of the elections a move which the regulator did even in the previous elections.In a directive to all Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and Telecoms signed by the Executive Director
In every election cycle, history is summoned to the dock, not as a witness to be questioned, but as an exhibit to be defended. In Uganda’s current political season, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s enduring slogan, “Protecting the Gains,” has re-emerged with renewed force and urgency. I
President Museveni concluded his campaign trail by issuing a stern warning against the theft of Parish Development Model funds, promising a nationwide audit and arrest of implicated leaders.Dear President Museveni, I write to express gratitude for your leadership and dedication to U
Leader of the Opposition Joel Ssenyonyi has petitioned the Electoral Commission (EC) to relocate 18 polling stations reportedly situated inside the fenced Naguru-Ntinda Police Barracks in Nakawa West Constituency.In a letter dated January 9, 2026, Ssenyonyi argues that the placement violat
With his charisma, tenacity and everyman appeal, music star Bobi Wine has shaken up Ugandan politics.Since his career pivot a decade ago, the 43-year-old has become a major thorn in the side of President Yoweri Museveni, an 81-year-old who has been in power for 40 years.Bobi Wine ha
The Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF) has received an additional Shs5 billion from the government to boost its SACCO, strengthening financial support for musicians across the country.This latest disbursement comes after UNMF previously received Shs5 billion in 2024 as part of a w
The Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi, has petitioned the Electoral Commission (EC) over the location of several polling stations inside the Naguru-Ntinda Police Barracks, saying the arrangement contravenes electoral laws and threatens the conduct of free and fair elections i
