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Key opposition parliamentary candidates have defected to the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), pledging to mobilise votes for President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni ahead of the 2026 general elections. The defectors were on Wednesday unveiled by Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa at the NRM headquarters at Plot 10, Kyadondo. Tayebwa paraded 15 parliamentary candidates drawn mainly from the National Unity …

Kayunga – President Yoweri Museveni on Friday warned land grabbers in Kayunga District and urged residents to embrace the Parish Development Model (PDM) as a pathway to wealth creation and job growth. Speaking at a rally in the district, Museveni said land grabbing was illegal and often fueled by ignorance of the law, stressing that sitting tenants should not be …

Dr.Aminah Zawedde, permanent secretary at the Ministry of Information, Communication, Technology and National Guidance, has warned the public against the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) as the country heads toward general elections scheduled for Jan. 15, noting that the technology could be exploited by negative elements to sway public opinion. As Chairperson of the National Task Force on Artificial Intelligence, …

The Sironko District Woman Member Of Parliament, As Well As The State Minister For Karamoja, Hon. Florence Nambozo Wamala Has Refuted allegations Of Petitioning Her Rival Aisha Lumolo Nabulo Before The Electoral Commission. According To Minister Nambozo, the circulating document indicating that the petition was withdrawn doesn’t have her name, therefore noting that the race has other candidates who could probably …

Opinion By: Wamono George, Mp Aspirant, Bungokho Central.Fellow residents of Bungokho Central, As we count down the last 11 days to the election, I want to remind you of the importance of effective representation in parliament. A good MP should be a servant of the people, working tirelessly to bring development and progress to our constituency.Unfortunately, the previous representative has …

Ugandan authorities on Friday charged prominent human rights lawyer Sarah Bireete with unlawful obtaining or disclosure of personal data, according to a charge sheet filed at Buganda Road Magistrate’s Court in Kampala. Bireete, the executive director of the Centre for Constitutional Governance, was charged under Sections 35 (1) and (2) of Uganda’s Data Protection and Privacy Act. According to the …

By Alexander LuyimaThe Hoima Post | Graduate Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship Law I write not as a distant observer, but as a Ugandan trained in the law—trained enough to recognise the moment when law stops being a shield and begins to function as an instrument of quiet destruction. I write as someone who still believes, perhaps defiantly, that the …

Kampala — In the face of mounting restrictions on civic freedoms in Uganda, a new Know Your Laws campaign is helping citizens better understand their legal rights and the real-world effects of controversial legislation, organisers and civil society advocates say. The initiative was launched against a backdrop of shrinking civic space in the country, where activists, rights defenders and ordinary …

Kampala — A civic education initiative known as Know Your Laws is transforming public conversation around some of Uganda’s most controversial legislation by translating complex legal texts into clear, accessible information for ordinary citizens, campaign organisers say. The campaign was launched at a time of increasing restrictions on civic space, following the passage of the Anti-Homosexuality Act and the Computer …

Mukono– President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has urged residents of Mukono District to take full advantage of government wealth creation programs to overcome poverty, instead of engaging in what he described as “endless politics,” noting that many Ugandans have already transformed their livelihoods through homestead income initiatives. The President made the remarks during his campaign rally at Naggalama Playground in Nakifuma, as …

Uganda’s ICT Permanent Secretary Aminah Zawedde says misuse of Artificial Intelligence (AI) poses a growing threat to the integrity of elections. She highlighted risks including deepfake videos, AI-generated audio impersonations, and automated disinformation campaigns, while urging citizens, especially youth, to exercise “digital responsibility” by verifying content before sharing.As Uganda prepares for the January 15 elections, the rapid growth of Artificial …

Hon. Robert Wandwasi was greeted like a returning hero as he launched his re‑election campaign in Busiu Town Council . Wherever he went , the people of Busiu promised to cast their votes for him on the 15th of this month.During a brief but energetic speech across the town council,  Hon Wandwasi reminded the crowd of the work he has  …

Admiral T song incites hatred against gays in Guadeloupe  Guadeloupean performer Admiral T is known for his homophobic lyrics. (Photo courtesy of Instagram @admiralt971) The music streaming platforms Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Music, YouTube, and Deezer have removed the 2004 album Mozaïk Kréyòl by Guadeloupean performer Admiral T over lyrics that incited hatred and violence toward gay people, following a …

Mbale City came alive today as thousands gathered to welcome President Bobi Wine. The momentum for change continues to grow across the country.

The Executive Director of the Centre for Constitutional Governance, Sarah Bireete, has been formally charged with unlawfully obtaining and disclosing personal voter information, weeks after her arrest sparked nationwide attention on civil liberties and election monitoring.Sarah Bireete, Executive Director of the Centre for Constitutional Governance (CCG), appeared before Buganda Road Court on Monday, January 2, 2026, charged with unlawfully obtaining …