As Uganda heads towards the 2026 general elections, the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Electoral Commission has revised its electoral roadmap to provide room for party leaders, Members of Parliament, and other National Executive Committee (NEC) leaders to support youth, elders, and persons wit
President Museveni today delivers the 2025 State of the Nation Address at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, but unlike past speeches, this year’s event comes amid a deepening national reckoning over leadership transition, state accountability, and the future of Uganda’s democracy.At the centr
Uganda’s political climate has grown increasingly volatile, marked by a surge in politically motivated violence, allegations of state-sponsored abuse, a fragmented opposition, and rising diplomatic tensions.As the country awaits a highly anticipated presidential address, concerns about n
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has officially launched its expression of interest process for the 2026 general elections, inviting members from across the country to pick nomination forms to contest for parliamentary seats, district chairperson positions, and other key local government of
President Museveni has signed the Sugarcane (Amendment) Act into law, promising renewed support for both sugarcane farmers and millers and reaffirming government’s role in reforming the agricultural sector.The President commended the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of Parliament for what he c
“We are not afraid,” one participant declared defiantly. “We will continue to speak, to organise, and to defend the space that belongs to all Ugandans.”Uganda’s civic space is under siege, civic leaders have warned, raising alarm over a growing climate of fear, repression, and im
Let me take you back to a conversation I overheard between two Taxi commuters in Kampala not long ago. Two passengers, clearly regulars on the route, were swapping war stories of traffic, transport costs, and landlords.One said, “Eh, I pay Shs300,000 rent in Seeta, but every day I lose t
From fiery speeches in Parliament to tear gas-laced street protests, Francis Zaake’s name has long stirred strong feelings in Mityana.But as the 2026 election season approaches, the winds that once propelled the opposition firebrand into power now threaten to sweep him away.In his
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its 2024–2025 Mid-Term Results Report, revealing unprecedented progress in global health, despite mounting economic and health challenges.The report highlights concrete gains in universal health coverage, health security, and healthier liv
With political activity intensifying ahead of the 2026 general elections, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has announced it will begin enforcing poster fees in line with the recently approved Kampala Capital City Outdoor Advertising Ordinance.Campaign posters and other advertisements
