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January 13, 2026

What’s at Stake in Uganda’s 2026 Presidential Election

Uganda votes on Thursday in a presidential election that will shape the nation’s future. President Yoweri Museveni seeks a seventh term and a fifth decade in power. His main challenger is the

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January 20, 2026

NUP Loses 23 Parliamentary Seats in Ugandan Election

Uganda’s main opposition party, the National Unity Platform (NUP), has suffered a significant electoral setback. The party lost at least 23 parliamentary seats in the just-concluded general elections. These constituencies are primarily

Uganda Delays Schools Reopening for Election Safety

The Ugandan Ministry of Education and Sports has announced a nationwide delay

Parliament Passes UPDF Bill Amid Opposition Outcry

UPDF Amendment Bill Passes Despite Opposition Pushback Uganda’s Parliament has passed the

Museveni Praises Security Forces After Peaceful Uganda Election

President Yoweri Museveni has commended Ugandan security forces for ensuring a peaceful general election. He praised the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and other

February 10, 2026

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Kiyonga’s Political Comeback in Bukonzo West

Dr. Chrispus Kiyonga has staged a decisive political comeback by winning the Bukonzo County West parliamentary seat in the January 15, 2026, elections. He

February 6, 2026

Politics & Policy·Uganda

Museveni: 70% of Ugandans Now in Money Economy

President Yoweri Museveni declared that 70% of Ugandans now participate in the money economy. He made the announcement during celebrations marking 40 years of

January 27, 2026

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Museveni Outlines Priorities After Election Victory

Ugandan President-elect Yoweri Museveni has detailed his administration’s key goals for the upcoming term. Speaking a day after his electoral victory, Museveni outlined priorities

January 20, 2026

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Supporters of Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine gathered at a political rally, wearing signature red berets and waving Ugandan flags to demand political change and electoral transparency.

Uganda Internet Shutdown Election Raises Global Concern

Internet blackout ahead of Uganda’s presidential vote sparks fears over transparency, civil liberties, and democratic participationThe Uganda internet shutdown election has triggered widespread concern

January 14, 2026

East Africa·News·Politics & Policy

Uganda Bans Live Broadcasts of Riots Ahead of Election

Uganda’s government has imposed a ban on live media coverage of public unrest ahead of Thursday’s vote. The Ministry of Information Communication and Technology

January 13, 2026

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Uganda-led NAM Condemns U.S. Military Action Against Venezuela as Act of War

The Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), led by Uganda, has strongly condemned the United States for its military operation in Venezuela, describing it as an “act

January 6, 2026

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Gen. Kainerugaba Holds Talks with German Envoy to Strengthen Bilateral Relations

Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, recently met with Matthias Schauer, the German Ambassador to Uganda, to reinforce bilateral relations and

January 6, 2026

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Uganda Law Society Breaks Neutrality, Endorses Opposition Candidates for 2026

The Uganda Law Society Endorses Opposition for the first time, breaking its long-standing tradition of political neutrality. The society’s decision comes in response to

December 22, 2025

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