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Millions Joshua Cheptegei Banked After Edging Kenyan and Tanzanian Rivals in Dubai Race

Millions Joshua Cheptegei Banked After Edging Kenyan and Tanzanian Rivals in Dubai Race

Joshua Cheptegei won the men's race at the Burj2Burj Half Marathon in Dubai on Sunday.Ugandan long distance great Joshua Chepetegei added another win to his glittering resume when he claimed the Burj2Burj Half Marathon in Dubai on Sunday but how much did he make?Ugandan legend Joshu

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Kanyesigye floors NRM’s Ampaire to win National Female Youth MP Seat

Kanyesigye floors NRM’s Ampaire to win National Female Youth MP Seat

Independent candidate Mercy Kanyesigye Friday defeated NRM’s Flag bearer Dianah Ampaire Kampe to win the National Female Youth MP seat after a closely fought vote in Hoima.Hoima, Uganda: Mercy Kanyesigye, running as an independent candidate, has been declared the winner of the National F

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There is life outside cabinet – Minister Baryomunsi shrugs off Muhoozi threats

There is life outside cabinet – Minister Baryomunsi shrugs off Muhoozi threats

The minister stressed that he has never lobbied for a cabinet position and would not lose sleep over the possibility of being dropped. Minister of Information and National Guidance, Hon. Dr Chris Baryomunsi, has once again dismissed remarks by the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kaine

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NRM’s Brandon Kintu Defends Size and Role of Parliament Amid Concerns Over Quality of Debate

NRM’s Brandon Kintu Defends Size and Role of Parliament Amid Concerns Over Quality of Debate

As debate intensifies over the size, cost, and performance of Uganda’s incoming 12th Parliament, NRM parliamentary caucus spokesperson Alex Brandon Kintu has defended the constitutional role of legislators, while acknowledging political pressures and public expectations that often undermine eff

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FREE WITHOUT FREEDOM: Government Explains Why It Continues To Deploy At Bobi Wine’s Home

FREE WITHOUT FREEDOM: Government Explains Why It Continues To Deploy At Bobi Wine’s Home

On why security forces continue to surround Bobi Wine’s home, the minister said the government feared what might happen at the home if large numbers of people are allowed to gather there.The government has defended the continued presence of security forces at the Magere home of National

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Court upholds Ochai's win in West Budama North MP seat

Court upholds Ochai's win in West Budama North MP seat

Tororo Chief Magistrate's Court has dismissed an application challenging the declaration of Max Ochai as the winner of the January 15 polls for West Budama County North Parliamentary race.The application was filed by Richard Othieno Okoth, who contested as an independent candidate, request

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Parliament Approves Budget Framework Paper as MPs Return to Complete Appropriation

Parliament Approves Budget Framework Paper as MPs Return to Complete Appropriation

Parliament Approves Budget Framework Paper as MPs Return to Complete AppropriationParliament on Thursday approved the National Budget Framework Paper (NBFP) for FY 2026/27–2030/31, clearing the way for preparation of detailed budget estimates.The framework sets the fiscal andmonet

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Apac Mayor race tightens as incumbent Patick Ongom arrested, while rivals take early lead

Apac Mayor race tightens as incumbent Patick Ongom arrested, while rivals take early lead

The Apac Municipality mayoral race tightened on Tuesday after police arrested the incumbent over alleged incitement, as rivals took an early lead in provisional results.Apac Municpality Incumbent Mayor, Patrick Ongom Eyul (UPC) left and Andrew Awany (Independent). Photo/Courtesy)Apa

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NRM Gov’t Chief Whip Denis Obua Whipped by Teacher in Ajuri MP Race

NRM Gov’t Chief Whip Denis Obua Whipped by Teacher in Ajuri MP Race

Alebtong — Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) candidate Fred Jalameso has been officially declared the winner of the Ajuri County parliamentary race after securing 16,336 votes, narrowly defeating National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer and Chief Government Whip Denis Obua, who polled 15,5

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Uganda: Museveni Outlines 5-Year Agenda Amid Deadly Crackdown On Opposition

Uganda: Museveni Outlines 5-Year Agenda Amid Deadly Crackdown On Opposition

Reader modeUganda: Museveni Outlines 5-Year Agenda Amid Deadly Crackdown On Oppositionallafrica.com19hNairobi — President Yoweri Museveni has set out his priorities for a new term in office, pledging to safeguard peace and security, eradicate household poverty, stren

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