The issue of political violence in Uganda, especially during elections, has been a long-standing source of tension. President Yoweri Museveni has frequently blamed opposition leaders for these conflicts.This was o
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has directed a thorough investigation into allegations of vote rigging and election malpractice in the Kawempe North by-election. Concerns have been raised about ballot-stuffing, result tampering, and voter intimidation.
Dorcus Bashema Kirabo, popularly known as Mama D, gained international recognition after setting a Guinness World Record for the longest individual cooking marathon.On December 23, 2023, she started her non-stop c
On the 13th of March, during the Kawempe North by-election, NBS senior journalist Canary Mugume was targeted by security operatives, drawing attention to the safety of journalists in Uganda. In a post on social media, Mugume recounted his near-assault by masked
Minister Balaam Barugahara congratulated Elias Nalukoola Luyimbazi on his victory in the Kawempe North Parliamentary by-election, although he raised concerns about the election's legitimacy.Barugahara acknowledged
The Kawempe North by-election has sparked significant discussion across Uganda, with political figures from different sides of the spectrum sharing their views on the violence that marred the election process.Hon.
The previous Kawempe North by-election has raised significant concerns regarding the actions of security forces. During an NTV morning programme, political analysts expressed their worries about the conduct of security officers, questioning their role in what sh
Erias Luyimbazi Nalukoola, the National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate for the Kawempe North by-election, has filed a case against the Attorney General after claiming “inhuman treatment” by security forces on his nomination day, February 26, 2025.Nalukoola's complaint focuses on the al
A fatal road accident on the Gulu-Kamudini Highway has resulted in one death and left another person seriously injured. The incident took place at Ngato Swamp in Oyam District when a broken-down trailer was struck by another vehicle, causing a significant obstruction on the road.Traffic Po
Aiden Kaliisa, a committed supporter of the National Unity Platform (NUP), has raised concerns about the actions of Sentamu Churchill James, the son of NUP's head of mobilization, Mr. Nyanzi Fred Sentamu. The controversy stems from Churchill's refusal to support
