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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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Gen. Felix Kulaigye Urges Ugandans to Maintain Peace, Respect Electoral Commission During Election Period

Gen. Felix Kulaigye Urges Ugandans to Maintain Peace, Respect Electoral Commission During Election Period

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Spokesperson, Maj. Gen. Felix Kulayigye, has urged Ugandans to uphold peace and respect the Electoral Commission during the ongoing election period, warning against actions that could destabilise the country.Gen. Kulayigye said elections are cond

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NRM sweeps Lango LC polls as voters abandon old loyalties

NRM sweeps Lango LC polls as voters abandon old loyalties

NRM has emerged dominant in Lango local council elections, winning key districts including Lira City, Apac, Kole, Kwania and Dokolo as voters signal a shift toward performance-based politics.NRM candidates secured major victories in Lango sub-region local council elections.Lango Sub

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NUP, NRM Nearly Share City Hall Councilor Seats in Kampala

NUP, NRM Nearly Share City Hall Councilor Seats in Kampala

NUP swept most of the directly elected councillor seats in Makindye West and East, as well as Rubaga North and South divisions, losing only one of the five available slots to the NRM.KCCA headquarters in Kampala (courtesy photo)The opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) has, this

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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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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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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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Owiny-Dollo: I am Sorry to Those I Offended

Owiny-Dollo: I am Sorry to Those I Offended

He previously faced sustained criticism from opposition politicians and sections of civil society over the handling of the 2021 presidential election petition challenging President Yoweri Museveni’s re-election.Owiny-Dollo attended luncheon with Justices of the Supreme Court alongside ju

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Kayunga District Report on the 2026 Elections and Post-Election Period Implicates Moses Karangwa

Kayunga District Report on the 2026 Elections and Post-Election Period Implicates Moses Karangwa

The 2026 general elections in Kayunga District have unveiled a shocking narrative involving allegations of electoral malpractice, intimidation, and political manipulation, with Moses Karangwa at the center of the storm. The election results have brought a considerable shift in political allegianc

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Jinja man sues TASO for Shs 150m over erroneous HIV test

Jinja man sues TASO for Shs 150m over erroneous HIV test

Wataka claims he was erroneously diagnosed with the virus back in 2016 and forced to commence Antiretroviral treatment for over 7 years, only to discover that he was negative.A man in Jinja district has sued The AIDS Support Organisation (TASO) over an alleged erroneous HIV diagnosis that

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