Kampala — A video showing desperate pleas during a deadly security raid in Butambala District has resurfaced on social media, reigniting controversy over the violent incident that occurred during Uganda’s disputed January 2026 general election. The footage and related posts on the platform X (formerly Twitter) depict civilians begging for mercy as uniformed officers moved through…
The Butambala Chief Magistrate’s Court has further remanded the Butambala County Member of Parliament, Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi, alongside 24 other additional suspects who have been added to the ongoing terrorism case against him. On Tuesday, the prosecution amended the original charge sheet to include 24 other suspects who were allegedly involved in the violent acts…
The Butambala Chief Magistrate’s Court has charged the National Unity Platform (NUP) Deputy President for Buganda and Butambala County Member of Parliament, Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi, with terrorism. Kivumbi was produced before the court on Friday and charged with terrorism, contrary to Section 6(1)(a) and Section 3(o) of the Anti-Terrorism Act, Cap 120, following his arrest…
The Uganda Police Force has confirmed the arrest of Butambala County Member of Parliament Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi, linking his detention to ongoing investigations into recent incidents of political violence in Butambala District. The move has sparked nationwide debate over its timing, transparency, and potential political implications. In a brief statement, police said the legislator is…
Butambala — The First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Museveni, has called on residents of Butambala District in Greater Mpigi to overwhelmingly support President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the National Resistance Movement (NRM), saying the party remains the strongest guarantor of Uganda’s unity and peace. Addressing a campaign rally, Maama Janet…