Human rights lawyer and civic activist Dr Sarah Bireete has drawn public attention to a new digital voter locator platform developed by young Ugandans, describing it as a civic innovation aimed at boosting voter participation ahead of the 2026 general elections. In a social media post, Dr Bireete said the platform, branded Fanon, enables voters…
Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) Executive Director Hon. Nyombi Thembo has said the ongoing case involving Dean Lubowa Saava is strictly a matter of law and not retaliation for personal or online attacks, calling for a clear distinction between institutional accountability and personal relationships. In a statement issued after meeting Saava’s family, Nyombi said the engagement…
Hon. Abraham Luzzi has sparked debate after claiming that Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba is more capable of leading Uganda than National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine. Speaking during an interview on NUP Speaks, aired on Block FM 103.2, Luzzi argued that Muhoozi’s international exposure gives him an advantage in leadership….
Vice President Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Rose Epel Alupo has been declared unopposed for the Katakwi District Woman Member of Parliament seat following the withdrawal of her only challenger, Angela Anuken. Anuken formally withdrew her candidature early on December 24, 2025, clearing the way for Alupo’s return to Parliament without a contested vote in the January…
Rabat — Legendary former Egypt captain Ahmed Hassan has praised the organisation and rising standards of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025, describing the tournament as “top-notch” as Africa’s flagship football competition continues to gain momentum following the successful completion of Match Day One. Hassan, a four-time Africa Cup of Nations winner,…