Politics
Besigye detention ‘political move’ to erase his legacy – Winnie Byanyima
Winnie Byanyima has renewed calls for the release of opposition figure Dr Kizza Besigye, saying his continued detention is political and aimed at silencing his voice. In a message shared on social media on Christmas Day, Ms Byanyima said she and their son, Anselm, visited Dr Besigye at Luzira Prison, marking what she described as…
Queries as EC disqualifies Magogo rival
The Electoral Commission (EC) has disqualified Daniel Mulirire, the sole remaining rival to Moses Magogo, citing failure to attach proof of resignation from public service at the time of nomination, a move that has sparked sharp criticism from opposition figures and former Speaker of Parliament Rebecca Kadaga. In a statement, the EC said Mr Mulirire,…
Colleagues, ballot papers have come
Entebbe – The Electoral Commission (EC) of Uganda has confirmed the arrival of presidential and parliamentary ballot papers ahead of the 2026 General Election. At least 193 pallets of presidential ballot papers arrived on Christmas Eve, a delivery witnessed by representatives of presidential candidates, political parties, accredited election observers, and members of the media. Parliamentary…
Release Besigye, NUP political prisoners – MP Bagala
Mityana District Woman MP, Joyce Bagala, urged Ugandans to pray for political prisoners and opposition supporters during Christmas Day prayers at St Joseph Busunjju Catholic Parish in Mityana District. “We should pray for the oppressed people and the ones in prison like Dr Kizza Besigye and other political prisoners, especially National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters…
FDC Soroti city chairman quits, backs NRM
Soroti – Daniel Eigu, the Chairman of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) in Soroti City and flag bearer for Soroti County, has resigned from the opposition party and pledged his support to the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). In a statement shared on social media, Eigu said, “I have stepped down and quit the…