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Uganda: Inside Ssemujju's Bruising Defeat in Kira Municipality Race

Uganda: Inside Ssemujju's Bruising Defeat in Kira Municipality Race

Municipality parliamentary elections has sent shockwaves through Uganda's political circles, particularly given his long-standing status as one of the opposition's most vocal and recognisable figures.His loss to National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate George Musisi, a seasoned Kampala-base

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Lord Mayor-elect Balimwezo promises technical solutions

Lord Mayor-elect Balimwezo promises technical solutions

New Kampala Lord Mayor-elect Ronald Balimwezo plans to leverage his engineering background to solve the city's persistent infrastructure, drainage and waste management challenges.KAMPALA, Uganda — Ronald Balimwezo Nsubuga, a professional engineer newly elected as Kampala lord mayor, says

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Winners and Losers in District Local Government Polls

Winners and Losers in District Local Government Polls

The just-concluded district local government elections have delivered a mixed verdict for incumbents, returning political veterans, and first-time challengers, with voters in several districts opting for change while others reaffirmed familiar leadership. An empty polling stationThe

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Local Government Elections: Arrests, allegations, and low voter turnout

Local Government Elections: Arrests, allegations, and low voter turnout

The local government elections have concluded amid a mix of tension, allegations of malpractice, and low voter turnout in several districts.Across the country, polling stations experienced disputes ranging from voter bribery and denied voting rights to claims of ballot stuffing, prompting

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Drama at Buguzi Polling Station as Presiding Officer Arrested with Pre-Ticked Ballots

Drama at Buguzi Polling Station as Presiding Officer Arrested with Pre-Ticked Ballots

Tension erupted at Buguzi Polling Station in Bunyangabu District after the arrest of a presiding officer attached to the Uganda Electoral Commission (@UgandaEC). The incident occurred during the ongoing local government elections and quickly drew the attention of voters, security personnel, and e

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Basajjabalaba, Tugume clash as Igara West MP race ends in 880-vote drama

Basajjabalaba, Tugume clash as Igara West MP race ends in 880-vote drama

Businessman Hassan Basajjabalaba and Tugume Boniface are at the centre of controversy after chaos at the Bushenyi tally centre as Igara West was decided by just 880 votes.A photo combo of Businessman and Bushenyi NRM boss Hassan Bassajabala (L) and Igara County West parliamentary candidate

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Opposition MPs Elected in Buganda Aren’t Fit to Be Councillors – Yusuf Nsibambi

Opposition MPs Elected in Buganda Aren’t Fit to Be Councillors – Yusuf Nsibambi

Speaking in an interview with Sanyuka Television, Nsibambi expressed disappointment in the calibre of opposition MPs who swept several seats across Buganda.Opposition MPs Elected in Buganda Aren’t Fit to Be Councillors – Yusuf NsibambiOutgoing Member of Parliament for Mawokota S

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Polling Delays Across the Country As Voters Stay Away

Polling Delays Across the Country As Voters Stay Away

In Kasese, the polling exercise was delayed at most stations due to the absence of the required ten voters needed to witness the opening of the ballot boxes. By 10:00 a.m., fewer than 20 voters had turned up at most polling stations, while many others went about their daily activities, seemingly

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Catherine Kusasira aims for US, China, or Dubai ambassadorship after completing degree

Catherine Kusasira aims for US, China, or Dubai ambassadorship after completing degree

Musician and presidential adviser Catherine Kusasira has revealed her ambition to take on a major diplomatic role, expressing interest in becoming Uganda’s Ambassador to either the United States, China, or Dubai.Speaking in the wake of President Yoweri Museveni’s re-election, Kusasira

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Gen. Katumba says Nakawuka road compensation is more expensive than building the road

Gen. Katumba says Nakawuka road compensation is more expensive than building the road

Works Minister Katumba Wamala says land compensation for the Nakawuka road project has hit 400 billion shillings, exceeding the 340 billion construction cost.Works Minister Katumba Wamala says land compensation for the Nakawuka road project has hit 400 billion shillings, exceeding the 340

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