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Local Government Elections: Arrests, allegations, and low voter turnout

Local Government Elections: Arrests, allegations, and low voter turnout

The local government elections have concluded amid a mix of tension, allegations of malpractice, and low voter turnout in several districts.Across the country, polling stations experienced disputes ranging from voter bribery and denied voting rights to claims of ballot stuffing, prompting

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Owiny-Dollo: I am Sorry to Those I Offended

Owiny-Dollo: I am Sorry to Those I Offended

He previously faced sustained criticism from opposition politicians and sections of civil society over the handling of the 2021 presidential election petition challenging President Yoweri Museveni’s re-election.Owiny-Dollo attended luncheon with Justices of the Supreme Court alongside ju

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I Have No Bad Blood With Geoffrey Lutaaya – Haruna Mubiru

I Have No Bad Blood With Geoffrey Lutaaya – Haruna Mubiru

Musician Haruna Mubiru has dismissed allegations by fellow artist Geoffrey Lutaaya, who claimed Mubiru was involved in manipulating election results in Kyotera District.Earlier this week, Lutaaya alleged that Mubiru, together with Minister Haruna Kasolo, influenced the returning officer to

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Opposition MPs Elected in Buganda Aren’t Fit to Be Councillors – Yusuf Nsibambi

Opposition MPs Elected in Buganda Aren’t Fit to Be Councillors – Yusuf Nsibambi

Speaking in an interview with Sanyuka Television, Nsibambi expressed disappointment in the calibre of opposition MPs who swept several seats across Buganda.Opposition MPs Elected in Buganda Aren’t Fit to Be Councillors – Yusuf NsibambiOutgoing Member of Parliament for Mawokota S

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I Will Not Be Participating in Elections Going Forward – Paul Lutamaguzi Semakula

I Will Not Be Participating in Elections Going Forward – Paul Lutamaguzi Semakula

Paul Lutamaguzi Semakula, has announced that he will no longer participate in any future elections as long as the NRM government remains in power.I Will Not Be Participating in Elections Going Forward – Paul Lutamaguzi SemakulaOutgoing Member of Parliament for Nakaseke South, Paul

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From Ssemujju, Mpuuga to Katuntu: Big names you’ll miss in Uganda’s 12th Parliament

From Ssemujju, Mpuuga to Katuntu: Big names you’ll miss in Uganda’s 12th Parliament

Uganda’s 2026 election has ousted many prominent MPs; including Mathias Mpuuga, Ibrahim Ssemujju, Abed Bwanika and Asuman Basalirwa, ushering in a new 12th Parliament and marking the exit of seasoned legislators from national politics.Kampala, Uganda: The 2026 parliamentary elections del

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ISO seeks Extra Shs218b To Enhance Intelligence, Monitor PDM funds

ISO seeks Extra Shs218b To Enhance Intelligence, Monitor PDM funds

The Internal Security Organisation ISO has asked Parliament for an additional Shs218 billion in the 2026/27 financial year to strengthen intelligence collection and improve monitoring of the Parish Development Model PDM amid growing concerns over corruption and weak oversight.The request w

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Betrayal: Inside the Shocking Sale that Forced “The Gardens Najjera” to Close

Betrayal: Inside the Shocking Sale that Forced “The Gardens Najjera” to Close

The sudden closure of popular hangout The Gardens Najjera was not merely a “new chapter,” as portrayed in its public farewell message, but the result of a shocking internal fallout that left two of its owners blindsided and facing eviction. TrumpetNewshas established that the celebrate

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Uganda: NRM Sweeps Youth and PWDs Leadership Positions in Kira Municipality

Uganda: NRM Sweeps Youth and PWDs Leadership Positions in Kira Municipality

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has registered a clean sweep in the Youth and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) leadership elections in Kira Municipality, winning all contested positions in polls held on Tuesday at Kira Secondary School.By the time journalists arrived at the polling

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Robert Maseruka, youngest MP elect talks aspirations in politics, love

Robert Maseruka, youngest MP elect talks aspirations in politics, love

Maseruka, currently lives alone in his unfinished home in Nakisunga. He says he has no lover and is childless.At just 25 years old, Robert Maseruka has achieved what many veteran politicians spend decades pursuing. Last week, the resident of Nakisunga in Mukono District defeated the

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