Politics
Nalubowa’s withdrawal signals tactical reset in Masaka Woman MP court battle
National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Rose Nalubowa has withdrawn several High Court applications challenging the outcome of the Masaka City Woman Member of Parliament race, a move analysts say signals a strategic shift in one of the most closely watched legal disputes from Uganda’s 2026 elections. The withdrawal comes shortly after Justice Simon Peter Kinobe…
Uganda Law Society calls for EC chair Byabakama’s resignation
The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has demanded the immediate resignation and prosecution of Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson Justice Simon Mugenyi Byabakama, accusing him of presiding over an election process marred by widespread irregularities during the recently concluded 2026 polls. The call was made on Tuesday during the launch of the ULS 2026 election observation report,…
Besigye, Lutale challenge military trials for civilians
Kampala, Uganda — Veteran opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye and human rights lawyer Erias Lutale have petitioned the Constitutional Court, challenging the government’s decision to allow civilians to be tried in military courts, arguing that the move violates constitutional protections and undermines the right to a fair hearing. In a joint application filed in Kampala,…
Court grants bail to NUP polling agents
A group of National Unity Platform (NUP) polling agents arrested during the January 15, 2026, elections has been granted bail by the Chief Magistrate’s Court in Nakawa. The agents were reportedly detained on election day after being removed from several polling stations where they were deployed to monitor the voting process on behalf of their…
Police maintain deployment at Bobi Wine’s home
The Uganda Police Force has confirmed that security personnel will continue to maintain deployment at the home of National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, despite authorities stating that he has not committed any offence. Police spokesperson ACP Kituuma Rusoke said officers have been stationed at Kyagulanyi’s residence since…