Political policing in Museveni’s Uganda: what it means for the 2026 elections
Police officers at the entrance to National Unity Platform headquarters in Kampala in 2021. Photo by Yasuyoshi Chiba/AFP via Getty ImagesUganda’s police have long...
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How Uganda’s police became Museveni’s political weapon ahead of the 2026 elections
Research shows Uganda’s police operate as a pillar of the ruling NRM, shaping campaigns, suppressing opposition and mobilising youth ahead of the 2026 elections, r...
He used to Lie, brag about Connections with State House Till the law caught up with him – Locals Celebrate Arrest of Magan M. Patel Accused of Wetland Encroachment
Jinja – The arrest of a prominent Jinja-based investor by the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has been met with relief and celebration among resid...
Arua City Chaos: Stray Bullet Hits Police Constable as Two Die in New Year Mob Unrest
Arua City — A police constable has been shot in the stomach by a stray bullet fired by fellow officers during a crowd-control operation in Arua City, as violent mo...
Stanbic launches Kasanje housing project
Stanbic Bank has launched a new housing project in Kasanje, offering a 16.5% mortgage rate to help Ugandans own homesKASANJE, Uganda — Stanbic Bank, in partnership...
Uganda: Kyagwe Chief, Religious Leaders Call for Peace Ahead of Elections
Religious leaders have urged Ugandans to uphold peace, love, and unity as the country approaches the general elections amid rising political tensions.The call was made du...
Police Investigate Two Devastating Arson Attacks in Wakiso and Mukono
Police are currently investigating two separate cases of arson that took place in Wakiso and Mukono districts during the early hours of 1st January 2026. Both incidents h...
Security on alert over planned women-led protest over Sarah Bireete arrest
Security agencies are on high alert following reports of a planned women-led protest in Kampala over the arrest of Centre for Constitutional Governance director Sarah Bir...
Leaders Push for Electricity Connection at Zombo’s Shs 2.6 Billion Modern Health Facility
ZOMBO — Health authorities in Zombo District have called on political leaders and Members of Parliament to urgently lobby for the extension of national grid electr...
I Wish my son was normal — Winnie Byanyima
In her heartfelt message, Byanyima admitted that she wishes Anselm embraced his Ugandan roots, cut his hair and dressed normal for the conservative Ugandan gazeWinnie Bya...