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Withdrawn Petitions, Waning Trust: Inside the Fallout of the NRM Primaries

Withdrawn Petitions, Waning Trust: Inside the Fallout of the NRM Primaries

The recent withdrawal of several petitions from the National Resistance Movement (NRM) primaries has sparked debate over the integrity of internal party elections and the broader health of Uganda’s democratic processes.According to Dr. Sarah Bireete, a prominent governance analyst, the w

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All Eyes on Kololo: Will Museveni Run Again or Anoint a Successor?

All Eyes on Kololo: Will Museveni Run Again or Anoint a Successor?

The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has officially scheduled its 4th National Conference for August 27–28, 2025, to be held at the Kololo Independence Grounds in Kampala.Convened by NRM National Chairperson, President Yoweri Museveni, the conf

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Rejected by NRM, Mbatekamwa Bounces Back with Surprise Mbarara Mayor Bid

Rejected by NRM, Mbatekamwa Bounces Back with Surprise Mbarara Mayor Bid

Igara West Member of Parliament, Mbatekamwa Gaffa Louis, has officially declared his intention to run for Mbarara City Mayor as an independent candidate. His announcement comes just weeks after he was denied the National Resistance Movement (NRM) nomination duri

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Journalist Ivan Kisaakye Vows to End Museveni’s Four-Decade Rule

Journalist Ivan Kisaakye Vows to End Museveni’s Four-Decade Rule

Little known journalist Ivan Kisaakye has announced his candidacy for Uganda’s 2026 presidential election, promising sweeping reforms in agriculture, education, and the economy, while pledging to end President Museveni’s 40-year grip on power.Kisaakye, who arrived at h

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Gen Kayanja Slams NRM Over Electoral Malpractice, Cites Betrayal of NRA Values

Gen Kayanja Slams NRM Over Electoral Malpractice, Cites Betrayal of NRA Values

Lieutenant General Elly Kayanja, former commander of Operation Wembley and a veteran of the National Resistance Army (NRA), has publicly condemned the conduct of the recent National Resistance Movement (NRM) primaries, calling for a return to the movement’s founding principles.His commen

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Police Deploy Across West Nile to Ensure Peaceful NRM Primaries

Police Deploy Across West Nile to Ensure Peaceful NRM Primaries

The Uganda Police Force has deployed heavily across the West Nile region to maintain peace and order during the ongoing National Resistance Movement (NRM) primary elections for mayoral and Local Council Five (LC5) positions.Superintendent of Police Collins Asea, the regional police spokesp

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NRM Parish Supervisor Arrested in Lira City Over Electoral Malpractice

NRM Parish Supervisor Arrested in Lira City Over Electoral Malpractice

Tensions have escalated in Lira City’s City East Division following the arrest of Dray Okello, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) parish supervisor for Acwao Ward, on allegations of electoral malpractice during the ongoing party primaries.Dray was arrested on Thursday morning after s

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Profiles of 8 candidates who have shown interest in 2026 presidential elections

Profiles of 8 candidates who have shown interest in 2026 presidential elections

From January 12 to February 9, 2026, Ugandans will head to the polls to elect leaders across various levels, including Presidential, Parliamentary, and Local Government CouncilsJohn Katumba, Bobi Wine and President Yoweri MuseveniFrom January 12

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Bobi Under Pressure as EC Slashes Campaign Period to 100 Days

Bobi Under Pressure as EC Slashes Campaign Period to 100 Days

The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced a new directive that trims the 2026 presidential election campaign period to just 100 days. This move has sparked debate among political observers, as it significantly limits the time available for candidates to reach

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Hudu Hussein Says NRM Primary Loss as a 'Defilement of Democracy'

Hudu Hussein Says NRM Primary Loss as a 'Defilement of Democracy'

Former Masaka Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Hudu Hussein has broken his silence following a defeat in the NRM party primaries for the Northern Division parliamentary seat in Mbale City, describing the exercise as a “defilement of democracy” and vowing to formally petition the outcome.

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