FILE PHOTO: A Umeme worker sorts a problem. March 31st is a turning point for Uganda in the electricity distribution sectorHow this well-structured and managed organization may turn into a political battlefield, leaving Ugandans in th
A major controversy has erupted after revelations that Parliament initially approved USD 190 million for the Umeme buyout, despite the actual cost being USD 127 million.The shocking disclosure was made by Jonan Ki
Ugandan lawyer Eron Kiiza has received a much-needed boost in his legal battle after a senior advocate stepped in to defend him, bringing a new twist to his case.The case of detained Ugandan lawyer Eron Kiiza has
Mathias Mpuuga's political career is facing a major crisis after Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine) endorsed lawyer Sam Muyizi to challenge him for the Nyendo-Mukungwe parliamentary seat in 2026. Since his fallout with Bobi Wine and expulsion from the National Unity
The issue of political violence in Uganda, especially during elections, has been a long-standing source of tension. President Yoweri Museveni has frequently blamed opposition leaders for these conflicts.This was o
Dr. Kizza Besigye, a prominent Ugandan opposition leader and fierce critic of President Yoweri Museveni’s government, has recently taken a significant step in his ongoing legal battles.In a letter written from L
Kizza Besigye, a prominent Ugandan politician, physician, and former military officer, has amassed a notable amount of wealth over the years. His net worth is estimated to be between $100,000 and $1 million.Besigye's journey to wealth began with his education at Makerere University, where
Winnie Byanyima, the wife of Ugandan opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye, has urged the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Jane Frances Abodo, not to oppose her husband's bail application.In a statement on X, Byanyima decried Besigye’s prolonged detention, calling it unjust.Sh
Remanded Kampala Deputy Lord Mayor Doreen Nyanjura, veteran opposition activist Ingrid Turinawe, and three other activists arrived at Buganda Road Court in Kampala with a bold message ahead of their bail ruling.Th
The Ugandan government has petitioned the Nakawa Chief Magistrate’s Court for permission to access and extract electronic data from phones belonging to jailed Opposition leader Dr Kizza Besigye and two of his associates.
