Grassroots democracy is alive and vibrant in Tororo District as village chairperson elections kick off, drawing large crowds and spirited contenders.However, political analysts are raising red flags over the heavy spending that is characterising the campaigns, warning that it could erode t
Political analysts are raising fresh alarms over increasing corruption in Uganda’s political landscape, warning that the buying and selling of political parties is enriching a few political group leaders while steadily undermining democratic processes.This growing trend is already compli
KAMPALA | United States President Joe Biden and Speaker of Parliament Anita Among shared a moment of rare cordiality at the Vatican, where they attended the funeral rites for Pope Francis.The meeting, captured in photographs showing the two smiling warmly for the camera, came against a bac
The Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 group have agreed to an immediate cessation of hostilities following peace talks mediated by the State of Qatar.In twin declarations issued from Kinshasa and Goma on April 23, both parties pledged to uphold a ceasefire throughout the duration of
WASHINGTON – Former U.S. President Barack Obama offered a rare and candid glimpse into his personal life this week, revealing ongoing efforts to reconnect with his wife, Michelle Obama, following his two terms in the White House.Sp
With just eight months until Uganda’s 2026 general election cycle begins, political parties are under growing scrutiny for their slow preparations.While the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) and the Democratic Party (DP) have already mapped out their election strategies, key oppo
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni faces fresh political trouble as experts warn of growing divisions within the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party.The internal tensions have been sparked by intense co
National Unity Platform (NUP) Secretary General David Lewis Rubongoya has accused two high-ranking government officials of orchestrating electoral violence during the Kawempe North by-election.According to Rubongo
The National Unity Platform (NUP) has cemented its dominance in Kawempe North after its candidate, Erias Nalukoola Luyimbazi, won the parliamentary by-election held on March 13, 2025.According to the Kampala Distr
A group of National Resistance Movement (NRM) MPs, led by Buyaga West MP Barnabas Tinkasimire, has sparked nationwide debate after calling for the abolition of elections to allow President Yoweri Museveni to rule for life as he has a maximum of 10 years.
