In the fading light of a Gulu evening, groups of young men and women from about 16-35 years, often labeled “ghetto youth,” gather. To the casual observer, they are a symptom of urban idleness. _To the political strategist, they are a resource—cheap, abundant, and potent._What is unfolding in the Acholi sub-region, however, is not mere political mobilization; it is a …

The NRM’s Second National Vice Chairperson, Rt. Hon. Anita Among has praised President Museveni for restoring peace to the region. “You would sleep one week on the road because of insecurity caused by Kony–Lakwena rebels,” she said. “But we want to thank you for sacrificing yourself and bringing peace.”Rt. Hon. Among also introduced the massive gathering of 15,000 leaders from …

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has taken its grassroots mobilization drive to Busiu town council, as the party gears up for the upcoming elections. The NRM’s parish-based strategy is aimed at securing a high percentage of votes in the constituency.The event was led by the Mbale District NRM Chairperson, Mr. Wambogo Moses, who vowed to champion the mobilization efforts, emphasizing the …

It was high tension yesterday in the studios of open gate radio during the Itolondo political show hosted wvery Saturday by senior Emman Watundu, as two rivals, Hon. Wanda Richard & Masaba Muhamood meet one on one. The friction was a result of a tough question asked by Emma Watundu, the moderate.Watundu asked Masaba Muhamood to explain several issues, including how …

NRM National Treasurer, Amb. Nekesa Leads Aggressive NRM Mobilisation Drive Ahead of January 2026 General Elections HomeNRM National Treasurer, Amb. Nekesa Leads Aggressive NRM Mobilisation Drive Ahead of January 2026 General Elections

It is now a decade without effective representation either direct MP or woman MP, where direct MP Masika Apollo for Namisindwa county has been on sick leave for last 5 years while Hon Sarah Netalisele woman MP has never stepped in Namisindwa district after her election leaving political vacuum empty and voters feel like their views have not been represented …

Yesterday 5 December, 2025, the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) in conjunction with partners held a press conference about upcoming Human Rights Day commemoration activities. This year’s International Human Rights Day (IHRD) will climax into a Multi-stakeholder National Dialogue on 10th December 2025 at Golf Course Hotel, Kampala starting at 8:30am.It featured Political parties, Ministries, Departments and Agencies of State, Security …

Hon. Woboya Vicent, the independent MP candidate for Budadiri East, continues to face a steep political downfall, after being recently expelled from PLU for refusing to withdraw his independent candidature, he desperately pleaded to be included in PLU/NRM mobilisation activities—but his pleas were ignored, leaving him isolated and politically stranded.See Video:-  collapse was visible yesterday in Namaguli, where Woboya drew …

Industry players say Mr John Ssebalamu, the owner of the building, spent At Najjanankumbi, on the Kampala-Entebbe Road, there is an imposing piece of architecture. The unmissable building, called Freedom City, houses a hotel, children’s play area, shops and an assortment of other businesses.Mr Ssebalamu, born in Kasanje, Kalungu District, is a cog in a family of first generation billionaires who …

The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) Chairperson, Mariam Wangadya, says she has at sometimes feared speaking out against the atrocities committed by members of the security forces against civilians.Wangadya, who describes herself as “the most unpopular chairperson ever, revealed that intense public hostility, persistent criticism, and personal threats have gradually chipped away at her confidence, affecting how boldly she addresses …