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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

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Besigye reportedly rushed to hospital

Besigye reportedly rushed to hospital

His party, the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) announced on Tuesday morning that Besigye was rushed to a medical facility at Bugolobi Village Mall from Luzira Prison under heavy security after his health reportedly deteriorated sharply.Fresh concern about the health of Col (Rtd) Dr. Kiz

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Family Urges Vinka’s Husband to Quit Politics After Another Isingiro Defeat

Family Urges Vinka’s Husband to Quit Politics After Another Isingiro Defeat

Witta, who has now lost elections in consecutive election cycles, once again failed to secure a parliamentary seat after contesting as an independent candidate, having earlier lost the NRM party ticket during primaries.Family Urges Vinka’s Husband to Quit Politics After Another Isingiro

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FULL LIST: Here are the men and women elected to Uganda’s 12th Parliament

FULL LIST: Here are the men and women elected to Uganda’s 12th Parliament

Uganda’s political landscape has been reshaped following the Jan. 15 general election, with the ruling National Resistance Movement maintaining a dominant majority despite significant challenges in key regions. The newly compiled list of legislators for the 12th Parliament reveals a chamber def

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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

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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

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Mixed Reactions as NRM’s Fred Ruhindi Wins Nakawa East Parliamentary Seat

Mixed Reactions as NRM’s Fred Ruhindi Wins Nakawa East Parliamentary Seat

Nakawa Division East experienced a mix of anger, frustration, and indifference on Saturday following the declaration of parliamentary election results that saw National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate Fred Ruhindi declared the winner.Ruhindi defeated National Unity Platform (NUP) candi

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Ngora Woman MP Stella Apolot dies days after election loss

Ngora Woman MP Stella Apolot dies days after election loss

Ngora District Woman MP Stella Apolot Isodo has died at Kampala Hospital, two days after the 2026 election. Get the details on the lawmaker’s passing and legacy.KAMPALA, Uganda — Stella Apolot Isodo, the Ngora District Woman member of Parliament, died Saturday at Kampala Hospital, just

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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,

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Breaking News: UCC orders  Internet Shutdown Today

Breaking News: UCC orders Internet Shutdown Today

As expected, the Uganda Communications Commission has reportedly ordered the shutting down of internet ahead of the elections a move which the regulator did even in the previous elections.In a directive to all Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and Telecoms signed by the Executive Director

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