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Uganda Hits Back at U.S. Sanctions Threats, Accuses Washington of Oil-Driven Interference

Uganda Hits Back at U.S. Sanctions Threats, Accuses Washington of Oil-Driven Interference

Uganda’s ruling establishment has dismissed calls by the United States to sanction General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, branding Washington’s response to the 2026 General Elections as hypocritical, self-interested, and a direct assault on Uganda’s sovereignty.Uganda’s ruling establishment

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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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Balimwezo is the new Kampala Lord Mayor

Balimwezo is the new Kampala Lord Mayor

Balimwezo with the declaration form at the Kampala Tally Center in NakawaKampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ronald Balimwezo Nsubuga, the National Unity Platform (NUP) flag bearer, has been declared the new Kampala Lord Mayor after a decisive victory over eight contenders, including long-

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NRM blames Lukwago’s fall on sidelining Museveni

NRM blames Lukwago’s fall on sidelining Museveni

The ruling NRM party has already begun framing the possible defeat of incumbent Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago as a consequence of his contentious relationship with President Yoweri Museveni and refusal to work closely with the his leadership.As results from the Kampala Lord Mayor election conti

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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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Balimwezo in the lead as official Kampala Mayoral race results delay

Balimwezo in the lead as official Kampala Mayoral race results delay

Lord Mayoral Candidate Engineer Ronald Balimwezo accompanied by his wife going to cast their Votes at Mutungo Zone 4 in Nakawa Division.Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Unofficial preliminary results from most centres across Kampala indicated that Ronald Nsubuga Balimwezo of NUP led at

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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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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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Why Hajati Madina Nsereko Won Kawempe South

Why Hajati Madina Nsereko Won Kawempe South

Hajati Madina Nsereko is the Kawempe South Member of Parliament-elect. Running on the National Resistance Movement (NRM) ticket, Nsereko defeated candidates from both opposition parties and independents, securing victory in a constituency often viewed as competitive and politically diverse.

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Robert Maseruka, youngest MP elect talks aspirations in politics, love

Robert Maseruka, youngest MP elect talks aspirations in politics, love

Maseruka, currently lives alone in his unfinished home in Nakisunga. He says he has no lover and is childless.At just 25 years old, Robert Maseruka has achieved what many veteran politicians spend decades pursuing. Last week, the resident of Nakisunga in Mukono District defeated the

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