Bobi Wine has rejected Muhoozi's order to surrender to policeKAMPALA, Uganda — Uganda’s army commander Muhoozi Kainerugaba has ordered opposition leader Bobi Wine to surrender to police within 48 hours, escalating a high-stakes standoff that has unfolded in the volatile aftermath of la
The Executive Director of the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), George William Nyombi Thembo, addresses a press conference on the internet shutdown ahead of the general election in Kampala, Uganda, January 13, 2026. Two lawyers have filed a case in the Civil Division of the High Cour
During the appearance of the accused to hear the ruling of their Bail Application, the accused heard in court the state attorney Rebbecca Akuria submit that state was ready to begin their trial.CourtThe Chief Magistrate’s Court in Mbarara City has set a date to begin the hearing o
The UCC boss said the commission was aware that some individuals were using such tools to evade directives put in place by authorities.The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has announced the partial restoration of internet services following restrictions imposed during the recent pres
The disruption began after UCC suspended some mobile money transactions and internet access ahead of elections held on January 15, 2026.MTN Uganda has said it does not know when mobile money services will be fully restored.The telecom said restrictions remain in place under a direct
KIREKA — The Criminal Investigation Directorate has summoned National Unity Platform strongman Christopher Kibira to assist in ongoing investigations regarding allegations of inciting violence, hate speech and unlawful assembly following the Jan. 15 polls.A police invitation letter dated
The Director NRM Legal Services Lawyer Enoch Barata.Kampala, Uganda | URN | The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party has lined up at least 45 lawyers to defend the victory of President-elect Yoweri Kaguta Museveni should his election be challenged in the Supreme Court.Mus
The UCC boss said the commission was aware that some individuals were using such tools to evade directives put in place by authorities.The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has announced the partial restoration of internet services following restrictions imposed during the recent pres
KAMPALA — The National Resistance Movement has reestablished its dominance in the Buganda region, securing 55 parliamentary seats compared to 41 for the National Unity Platform, according to data from the recently concluded general elections.The results mark a significant shift from the
Museveni insisted he was “not dead or senile” and still possessed valuable experience that could benefit the nation. President elect Yoweri Museveni has opened up about his mission for his seventh term in office, which will extend his tenure to 45 years.Speaking in an interview
