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Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has been declared the winner of the country’s presidential election, extending his rule to a seventh term and deepening concerns over violence, repression, and the credibility of the vote. The election was conducted under a government-imposed internet blackout and overshadowed by reports of deadly violence, widespread intimidation, and severe restrictions on opposition activity. Rights groups and …

by AdminJanuary 19, 2026January 19, 20260 Share0 By Kabuye Ronald Following the official declaration of results for the 2026 General Elections, here is the comprehensive and verified list of Members of Parliament elected from Greater Masaka and neighboring districts, including Masaka City, Masaka District, Bukomansimbi, Kyotera, Kalungu, Ssembabule, Rakai, Lyantonde, Lwengo, Mubende, Kiboga, and …

By Jumah Kakomo and Kabuye Ronald Uganda’s President-Elect, General Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has said his decisive 71 percent victory in the 2026 presidential election reflects a nationwide resurgence of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), while cautioning opposition actors against what he described as subversive and violent schemes. In his first national address since being declared President-Elect by the Independent Electoral …

After 15 years of struggle and determination, Hon. Lydia Wanyoto Mutende, widely known as “Big Sister,” has been given the chance to represent the people of Mbale City as their Woman Member of Parliament (MP) Wanyoto, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flagbearer, finally achieved her long-sought victory, defeating the incumbent, Hon. Connie Nakayenze Galiwango, who had served for 15 years.Wanyoto …

Chief Justice Owiny Dollo Kampala, Uganda | URN | Today, Uganda’s Chief Justice, Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo, retires at the age of 70, concluding a legal and public service career spanning over forty years. Appointed Chief Justice in August 2020, he oversaw reforms aimed at improving access to justice, reducing case backlogs, and modernizing court operations. Before becoming Chief Justice, Owiny-Dollo …

Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda beaten by a NUP candidate Kampala, Uganda | URN |  The National Unity Platform has lost at least 23 parliamentary seats in the just-concluded general elections. All of these seats located in Buganda region have been won back by other the ruling National Resistance Movement which had lost them in the 2021 general elections, or independents who are …

Kampala– The Uganda Human Rights Commission has released a report about the recently concluded 2026 Presidential Elections that took place in Uganda. Commissioner Shifra Lukwago with UHRC Chairperson Lady Justice Mariam Wangadya. (File photo) According to the Preliminary statement which has been issued by Lady Justice Mariam Wangadya, UHRC Chairperson alongside other Commission members at their offices in Kampala, she stated …

In a historic turn of events, the residents of  Budadiri East celebrated a momentous victory on 15th as Nakiyi julius the newly elected candidate was declared the winner for the Member of Parliament  race, which took place on Thursday 15th January 2026. This victory marked a significant shift in the political landscape of Budadiri East.People of budadiri East believe that …

HAPPENING NOW: The President-elect, H.E. Yoweri Museveni accompanied by First Lady Maama Janet Museveni is now making his Victory address to the country following his resounding victory in the just-concluded General Elections.Present at the President’s Rwakitura home in Kiruhura District are Senior Party Leaders, religious leaders and other invited guests. #ProtectingTheGains#FreemanNewsUG 

Hon. Mafabi Asha Nabulo, the NRM party flagbearer for Sironko District Woman MP seat 2026 has finally dethroned and swept away Incumbent and Minister Hon. Florence Nambozo in a wave dubbed ‘Mafabi’.Hon. Mafabi is the leader the district has been yearning for and she has demonstrated that for the last five years even when she didn’t have the mandate.Ms Mafabi …