Party politics in NUP nips people power
Shamim Malende at a court appearance in Masaka for the bail hearing of Eddie Mutwe and others. (Shamim Malende) High-stake games for 2026 constituency slots become flashpointsNEWS ANALYSIS |
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Bobiwine Honored in U.S. for Courage and Leadership
President Bobiwine has been honored in the United States with a special proclamation from the Mayor of Waltham, Massachusetts, Jeannette A. McCarthy. The recognition celebrates his courage, perseverance, and outstanding leadership, qualities that have made him o
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"I’m Waiting to Go Home With My Spouse," Besigye’s Wife Says as Bail Application Ruling Pending
Opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye’s bail fate hangs in the balance as his wife, Winnie Byanyima, joined supporters in court on Wednesday awaiting a judge’s ruling on the matter.Byanyima, the Executive Director of UNAIDS, took to social media to shar
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Trump has a Russia problem, and there is no easy way out
Putin appears unmoved in the face of Trump’s deadline diplomacy and social media brinkmanshipThe muddled US-Russia equation under Trump is symptomatic of a larger leadership dilemma.US President Donald Trump faces a daunting series of foreign p
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Call to Action: Religious Leaders and SRHR in Uganda
In Uganda, conversations regarding Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) remains a significant challenge, particularly among young men and women.Many young people fall victim to early marriages, teenage pregnancies, and unsafe abortions often due to a lack of accurate informati
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End Of The Road For Museveni’s Once‑Powerful Advisor After Sudden Fall From Grace
Lt‑Gen Henry Tumukunde was once among President Museveni’s most trusted allies — serving as head of military intelligence, Security Minister, and a powerful NRM mobiliser.Yet, by March 2020, the retired general faced a dramatic reversal. Declaring a
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“Uganda’s Next War”
Drone swarm technology has taken over modern warfare.Advancements in unmanned aerial systems have raised debate on whether Uganda is ready for the next theatre of battle ANALYSIS | IAN KATUSI
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Rebellion in Museveni’s Cabinet? Betty Amongi Rumored to Defy NRM After Brutal Defeat
Speculation is rife in Uganda’s political circles after Minister Betty Amongi, a prominent figure in President Yoweri Museveni’s NRM government, suffered a surprising setback in the recently concluded NRM party primaries.Betty Amongi, who currently serves as
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Talkative Ex-Kampala RCC Hudu Loses MP Bid to Nangoli
Former Kampala Resident City Commissioner (RCC), Hussein Hudu, has been defeated in the race for Member of Parliament for Mbale Northern City Division. The highly contested NRM primaries concluded late Wednesday evening.The Electoral Commission officially declar
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"We Don’t Want You Anymore" — Voters Tell Ex-Ministers Clinging to Power After Defeat
When a big tree falls in the forest, even the smallest creatures rush in. This is exactly what some former ministers in Uganda are experiencing as voters reject