Politics
UCC warns broadcasters over disputing election results
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has issued a directive to all radio and television broadcasters, warning against the use of their platforms to dispute officially declared election results. In a public notice released Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the industry regulator expressed concern over what it described as a “concerning trend” of unsuccessful candidates using media…
UPC President Akena slams Gen Muhoozi’s rants
Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) party president Jimmy Akena has publicly criticised Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), over a series of social media posts he described as inappropriate and unbecoming of someone in such a high office. Speaking at a press conference in Kampala on Wednesday, Akena took aim at Gen. Muhoozi’s…
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National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Rose Nalubowa has withdrawn several High Court applications challenging the outcome of the Masaka City Woman Member of Parliament race, a move analysts say signals a strategic shift in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,…