Speaking during the State of Buganda Address at a sitting of the Lukiiko in Kampala, Mayiga emphasized the need for justice, accountability, and strict adherence to legal procedures in handling politically sensitive detentions.The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has called on t
As veteran legislator Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda prepares to exit Parliament after 15 years, he reflects on his legacy of sharp debate and budget scrutiny while shifting focus to party building, mentorship, and farming beyond elective politics.After 15 years of outspoken debate, legislative s
The ruling party’s parliamentary caucus has called a last-minute meeting to resolve internal divisions over the controversial Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026, as lawmakers brace for a high-stakes debate that could test party unity and shape Uganda’s legislative direction.The NRM Pa
Special Envoy on Political Affairs to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi, has renewed his push for the establishment of a vocational institute in Rural Masaka District, presenting it as a strategic gateway to unlocking youth employment, industrial growth, and agro-processi
Kampala, Uganda — Fresh allegations have surfaced within Kampala’s political circles, suggesting efforts to influence the upcoming Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Speakership race through behind-the-scenes lobbying of Lord Councilors.Sources within City Hall claim that a senior p
visit to the EC’s official website still displays election results from 1996 to 2021, with nothing for 2026Ugandans are once again confronted with a troubling question: where are the Declaration of Results (DR) Forms that validate the outcome of the January 15, 2026 presidential election
Students at the Mbale campus of the Islamic University in Uganda clashed with security forces after disputed delays and technical failures in an online guild election process triggered protests, forcing police to intervene with tear gas and live ammunition.Chaos erupted at the Mbale campus
Police in Rubanda District have arrested Six Suspects in an intelligence-led disruptive operation targeting suspected criminal gangs operating within Rubanda Town Council.The operation, conducted in the early hours of Sunday, 03/05/2026 between midnight and 05:00am, was led by the District
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Devon Petroleum SMC LTD has officially entered Uganda’s downstream petroleum sector with the launch of six fuel stations, positioning itself to compete in an increasingly crowded market where oil marketers are racing to expand retail networks, strengthen cust
joint police and Uganda Revenue Authority investigation has commenced after an enforcement team opened fire on a vehicle along the Kampala–Jinja highway, injuring a man later found not to be involved in smuggling.The incident occurred on April 26 at around 8:50pm, when a URA enforcement
