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
Former Leader of Opposition in Parliament and Democratic Front (DF) leader, Mathias Mpuuga, has lost his Nyendo-Mukungwe parliamentary seat in the 2026 general elections.Mpuuga was defeated by National Unity Platform (NUP) flag bearer Lubowa Ssebina Gyaviira.Mpuuga, who was elected
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
The Kawempe North parliamentary race emerged as one of the most dramatic contests in Kampala during the 2026 general elections, culminating in scenes of tension and chaos at the tally centre.The election, which had already attracted heightened attention due to violent incidents that marred
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
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,
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
Opposition party members in Kisoro district have denounced the National Unity Platform (NUP) after being paid Sh30,000 to join the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). The payments were made on Sunday at Kisoro Municipality council hall by the senior presidential advisor on agriculture, Pea
Inspector General of Police Abbas Byakagaba has assured Ugandans that the Uganda Police Force will take full charge of security inside polling stations during elections, while working closely with other security agencies deployed outside polling areas.He made the statement on Monday mornin
Speaker Anita Among and former Vice President Speciosa Kazibwe have rallied Buyende voters to back President Museveni and the NRM in the January 15, 2026 elections, urging unity, ideology-based politics and focus on service delivery.Former Vice President Speciosa Kazibwe (in grey jacket) f
