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Was 11th Parliament for or against the people?

Was 11th Parliament for or against the people?

After Jacob Oulanyah won a bitter race against Rebecca Kadaga to become the Speaker of the 11th Parliament in May 2021, he promised to preside over a “people-centred House.” When Oulanyah died in March 2022, Anita Among, his replacement, doubled down on the promise.In a four-part serie

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Hounded and harassed': The former pop star taking on Uganda's long-time president

Hounded and harassed': The former pop star taking on Uganda's long-time president

With his charisma, tenacity and everyman appeal, music star Bobi Wine has shaken up Ugandan politics.Since his career pivot a decade ago, the 43-year-old has become a major thorn in the side of President Yoweri Museveni, an 81-year-old who has been in power for 40 years.Bobi Wine ha

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Why I Have Managed Uganda, Museveni Opens Up

Why I Have Managed Uganda, Museveni Opens Up

President Museveni addressing NRM leaders from Busoga sub region during a meeting at Iganga Girls School grounds in Iganga town on Saturday. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called on National Resistance Movement (NRM) leaders in the Busoga sub-region to embrace humility, unity, and di

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The Quiet Collapse of Electoral Competition

The Quiet Collapse of Electoral Competition

As Uganda heads into the January 15, 2026 general elections, a worrying trend has taken shape across the political landscape: a growing number of opposition and independent candidates are withdrawing from races at both parliamentary and local government levels. While the spotlight has largely bee

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Uganda: Arrest of Ugandan Activist Ahead of Elections Spells Trouble

Uganda: Arrest of Ugandan Activist Ahead of Elections Spells Trouble

On December 30, 2025, two weeks before Uganda's January 15, 2026 elections, security forces raided the home of Sarah Bireete, a prominent human rights activist and government critic, and arrested her.Three days later, longer than the legally allowed 48 hours, Bireete was brought before the

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NUP Candidate Withdraws from Oyam North MP Race

NUP Candidate Withdraws from Oyam North MP Race

The National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate for Oyam North Constituency, David Galla Okullu, has withdrawn from the parliamentary race.Okullu announced his decision at Aleka Sub-county, saying his withdrawal was aimed at promoting service delivery and development in Oyam District, which he

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Ssenyonyi in Trouble: High Court Fixes January 7 Hearing in Nakawa Nomination Dispute

Ssenyonyi in Trouble: High Court Fixes January 7 Hearing in Nakawa Nomination Dispute

Kampala — The High Court of Uganda has set January 7, 2026, to hear a petition challenging the nomination of candidates for the Nakawa Division West parliamentary seat, escalating a dispute that has already caused sharp exchanges among aspirants.According to a hearing notice issued on Ja

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UNEB: We Can’t Release Sodo’s Academic Certificates

UNEB: We Can’t Release Sodo’s Academic Certificates

Kampala — The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has said it cannot release certified academic certificates for a Mawogola North parliamentary candidate, distancing itself from a growing legal dispute unfolding amid one of the most politically charged races in the constituency.In

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It’s a miracle! – Uncle Chumi happy to be included on the Bebe Cool List

It’s a miracle! – Uncle Chumi happy to be included on the Bebe Cool List

TikToke-cum-singer Uncle Chumi has applauded Bebe Cool for adding her name to his list of the best performers for the year 2025, noting that it is one of the miracles she prayed for last year.2025 was the year Uncle Chumi dropped a couple of bangers that dominated the airwaves, and accordi

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Chelsea’s new coach humiliated by media with questions about his credentials

Chelsea’s new coach humiliated by media with questions about his credentials

Chelsea will be managed by their under 21 manager Calum McFarlane tomorrow when they face Man City, and what was really disgraceful about the whole situation was that the young coach was asked to take the first press conference after the sacking of Enzo Maresca.New manager mocked by media

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