Search Results

MTN, Airtel, UCC sued over internet shutdown during elections

MTN, Airtel, UCC sued over internet shutdown during elections

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

Ultimate Uganda

Court Sets Date to Hear NUP Supporters’ Case in Mbarara

Court Sets Date to Hear NUP Supporters’ Case in Mbarara

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

Ultimate Uganda

MTN gives update on delayed mobile money restoration

MTN gives update on delayed mobile money restoration

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

Ultimate Uganda

Why Ssemujju Nganda Lost Kira Municipality — and What It Means

Why Ssemujju Nganda Lost Kira Municipality — and What It Means

The defeat of Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda in Kira Municipality stands out as one of the most surprising outcomes of Uganda’s 2026 parliamentary elections. In a constituency known for political awareness, urban exposure, and issue-based debate, few expected that one of Parliament’s most articulate

Ultimate Uganda

Police summons NUP activist Kibira over inciting violence and hate speech allegations amid poll violence

Police summons NUP activist Kibira over inciting violence and hate speech allegations amid poll violence

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

Ultimate Uganda

Prominent opposition heavyweights who fell as Uganda ushers in the 12th Parliament

Prominent opposition heavyweights who fell as Uganda ushers in the 12th Parliament

Uganda’s presidential and parliamentary elections held on January 15, 2026, have delivered a major political shake-up, with several high-profile opposition legislators losing their seats and bringing an end to some of the most influential careers in the 11th Parliament. The results underscore s

Ultimate Uganda

I am old, not senile, says President-elect Museveni

I am old, not senile, says President-elect Museveni

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

Ultimate Uganda

I am old, not senile, says President-elect Museveni

I am old, not senile, says President-elect Museveni

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

Ultimate Uganda

Explainer: The role of the military and the internet blackout in Uganda’s polls

Explainer: The role of the military and the internet blackout in Uganda’s polls

After a military raid on his home in Magere, Robert Kyagulanyi remains in hiding while condemning election irregularities and the house arrest of his relatives.Uganda’s presidential election, held on Jan. 15, 2026, was defined by a massive security presence and a total digital blackout,

Ultimate Uganda

Uganda schools reopening delayed to for safety during elections, new date announced

Uganda schools reopening delayed to for safety during elections, new date announced

The Ministry of Education and Sports has pushed the date for schools reopening for the first term of 2026 further to the second week of February.Initially, the official Uganda schools calendar for 2026, released by the Ministry of Education, required schools to reopen for the first term on

Ultimate Uganda