The Electoral Commission has officially declared the winners of several high-profile parliamentary seats in Kampala following the 2026 general elections, marking a mix of victories for both the National Unity Platform (NUP) and the National Resistance Movement (NRM). Shamim Malende (NUP) has been declared the Kampala Woman Member of Parliament-elect, continuing her prominent role in…
National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has intensified his final campaign push, calling on supporters to mobilise voters nationwide as Uganda heads into the final days before the January 15 general elections. Addressing supporters in Kampala Central on Monday, Bobi Wine urged NUP supporters to take the…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has commenced patrols in Kampala ahead of voting day, stating that the deployment is intended to ensure public safety during the election period. According to the Acting Defence Public Information Officer, Col. Chris Magezi, the military is working jointly with the police to prevent violence and protect lives and…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to expanding road infrastructure in Mukono District and neighbouring areas as part of a broader strategy to ease traffic congestion in Kampala, improve the movement of people and goods, and support economic transformation under the NRM administration. Addressing a large campaign rally at St. Joseph’s Secondary…
Kampala, 1 January 2026 — Across Uganda, the arrival of the New Year 2026 was marked with jubilant celebrations, prayers, and spectacular fireworks, as citizens embraced the start of a new year with faith, music, and community gatherings. In the capital, believers flocked to Namirembe Cathedral for the traditional Cross Over night service. Rev. Moses…