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03 Jan '26
The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited – UEDCL has released the approved retail electricity tariffs for the first quarter of 2026 (January-March), as sanctioned by the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA).These rates apply to all consumer categories, including domestic, co
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02 Jan '26
Liverpool transfer news as the Reds are said to be close to making their first signing of the January window, while contact has reportedly been made with Eduardo CamavingaEduardo Camavinga looks on during Real Madrid's game against Athletic ClupEduardo Camavinga has been linked with
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02 Jan '26
MBALE: Opposition leader Bobi Wine is set to address supporters in Mbale City on Friday as the National Unity Platform (NUP) steps up its campaign ahead of Uganda’s 2026 general elections.The rally, which party officials say will take place in Mbale City, is part of NUP’s nationwide mo
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02 Jan '26
He alleged that NUP campaigns are frequently blocked, disrupted and violently suppressed by security agencies despite strong public support in many districts. He also accused the state of deploying a heavy security presence to disrupt opposition processions and create the impression that NUP lack
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02 Jan '26
BitChat is an internet-free messaging concept highlighted by Bobi Wine as a backup communication tool if online services are disrupted during Uganda’s 2026 elections.Kampala, Uganda: As Uganda heads into the decisive final weeks before the 2026 general elections, a new phrase has entered
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02 Jan '26
The Electoral Commission (EC) has come out to clarify its position on the guidance given to voters about casting their ballots and leaving polling stations. Speaking during a media briefing, EC Chairperson Justice Byabakama Mugenyi Simon said the Commission has been widely misunderstood and misqu
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02 Jan '26
Security agencies are on high alert following reports of a planned women-led protest in Kampala over the arrest of Centre for Constitutional Governance director Sarah Bireete.detained human rights activist Sarah Bireete, the Executive Director of the Centre for Constitutional Governance (C
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31 Dec '25
With the country gripped by election fever, organisers and police say they plan to ensure the event remains a cultural rather than a partisan affair.Security forces and Buganda Kingdom officials have issued a warning ahead of the annual "Enkuuka" New Year’s Eve festival, declaring that p
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31 Dec '25
Tension and confusion marked a political gathering in Mubende Municipality after members of the National Unity Platform who had earlier defected to the National Resistance Movement made an abrupt return to NUP, citing what they described as empty promises from government officials.The grou
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31 Dec '25
A disagreement has emerged within the Ministry of Works and Transport following severe traffic jam along the Kampala Masaka Highway, particularly in Mpigi with a senior road safety official questioning the official explanation issued by Works Minister, Edward Katumba Wamala.The traffic gri