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The difference between riot and protest – A case of Uganda

The difference between riot and protest – A case of Uganda

Supporters of Uganda's opposition leader Kizza Besigye participate in the 'walk to work' campaign that protests higher food and fuel prices in Kalerwe suburb on Thursday, April 21, 2011 (Photo/Ronald Kabuubi/AP)By Oweyegha-AfunaduulaI do not usually argue with my children, whose age

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Backlash as EC Denominates Magogo Rival for Buyende MP Race

Backlash as EC Denominates Magogo Rival for Buyende MP Race

Critics have cited the Buyende decision alongside other recent nomination disputes involving high-profile contests to argue that challengers to powerful incumbents face heightened procedural hurdlesDaniel Mulirire (R) and MagogoThe Electoral Commission has annulled the parliamentary

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EC disqualifies Magogo’s rival from Budiope East race days to 2026 elections

EC disqualifies Magogo’s rival from Budiope East race days to 2026 elections

Buyende, Uganda: The Electoral Commission has disqualified independent candidate, Daniel Mulirire from contesting for the Budiope East parliamentary seat, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from First Deputy Prime Minister Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, who accused the Commission of denying candidat

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NUP’s Rubongoya Accuses Museveni Regime of Bribery and Coercion in Tooro and Rwenzori ‘Defections’ Ahead of 2026 Elections

NUP’s Rubongoya Accuses Museveni Regime of Bribery and Coercion in Tooro and Rwenzori ‘Defections’ Ahead of 2026 Elections

Kampala, Uganda – As Uganda gears up for the 2026 general elections, National Unity Platform (NUP) Secretary General David Lewis Rubongoya has come out swinging against what he describes as a calculated regime strategy to undermine opposition through bribery, arrests, and intimidation.In

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President Museveni and Bobi Wine Deliver Contrasting Christmas Messages Amid Election Season

President Museveni and Bobi Wine Deliver Contrasting Christmas Messages Amid Election Season

As Ugandans celebrated Christmas Day across the country, key political figures — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine — used the occasion to send distinct messages to citizens, reflecting their differing visions for th

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VP Alupo declared unopposed for Katakwi Woman MP seat just days to 2026 elections

VP Alupo declared unopposed for Katakwi Woman MP seat just days to 2026 elections

Vice President Jessica Alupo received her certificate after being declared unopposed for the Katakwi District Woman MP seat at the Electoral Commission offices in Katakwi.Katakwi, Uganda: Uganda’s Vice President Rtd Maj Jessica Alupo Rose Epel has been declared unopposed for the Katakwi

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Crypto saw record $8.6B in deals in 2025 with growth under Trump: FT

Crypto saw record $8.6B in deals in 2025 with growth under Trump: FT

The crypto sector reportedly saw a record $8.6 billion worth of deals in 2025, as the crypto-friendly Trump administration gave confidence to crypto-focused mergers and acquisitions.The Financial Times reported on Wednesday that 267 deals were inked in the crypto industry up to Dec. 23, up

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Why Muslims do not celebrate Christmas

Why Muslims do not celebrate Christmas

What would you do if the neighbour, friend, or relative you hosted to a mega feast on Eid Day sometime in June now wants to return the favour by hosting you for Christmas? Would you simply tell them: ‘No thanks’? Fake a parallel programme? Or smile all the way to the serving table? Tha

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Pastor Sserwadda Sparks Election Storm as Leaders Clash Over Voters Staying at Polling Stations

Pastor Sserwadda Sparks Election Storm as Leaders Clash Over Voters Staying at Polling Stations

A fresh political storm is brewing ahead of Uganda’s 2026 general elections after Pastor Joseph Sserwadda, a well-known Born-Again Christian leader, spoke out strongly against calls for voters to leave polling stations immediately after voting.Pastor Sserwadda, the Lead Pastor at Victory

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Another Christmas behind bars looms for Dr Besigye as court defers ruling on stay, bail applications to December 29

Another Christmas behind bars looms for Dr Besigye as court defers ruling on stay, bail applications to December 29

Besigye and Lutale had sought bail, arguing they are law-abiding citizens with fixed residences and would comply with all court directives.The High Court’s Criminal Division has deferred its ruling on applications seeking to halt treason proceedings and grant bail to opposition figure Co

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