Politics

Summary: Nathan Nandala Mafabi, the General Secretary of the FDC Najjanankumbi faction, emphasized that the Forum for Democratic Change is a legally registered party with the Electoral Commission of Uganda. KAMPALA: The Najjanankumbi faction of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Party has rejected a proposal by the Katonga faction …

Summary: Akehayo, plans to contest against Minister Bahati who has held the seat since 2006. KABALE: A 27-year-old youth with political ambitions has declared his readiness to challenge what he termed as “the ineffective leadership” of Ndorwa West County in Kabale District. Akehayo Lucky Kabagambe, a resident of Rwancerere in …

Summary: Moses Gumisiriza commonly known as Ak, a strong supporter of Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, a PLU mobilizer in Western Uganda, and Deputy President of UB40, told our reporter that Kabanda has embarrassed PLU on TV and other platforms due to his ideological shortcomings. NEWS: Hon. David Kabanda, the General Secretary …

Summary: Kalangala Robert received a total of 1,333 votes, while his closest rival, Mwunvaneza Amos, garnered 1,184 votes, resulting in a margin of 149 votes. KISORO: Kalangala Robert has been re-elected as the Chairperson of Kisoro United Boda Boda Operators (KUBO) in a highly contested election held at Shaza Playground …

Summary: He warned that such practices could eventually drive Christians away from church. KISORO: Bukimbiri County legislator Hon. Eddie Kwizera has urged fellow politicians to refrain from seeking votes in churches, emphasizing that churches are not intended for political activities. He warned that such practices could eventually drive Christians away …

Summary: Agaba told the youth that their sole mission in the 2026 general elections is to see Bahati, the Minister of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives, defeated to give other politicians a chance to lead. KABALE: Politicians in Ndorwa West County, Kabale District have united in one voice to unseat the …

Summary: The Ministry of Local Government extended the term of office for local councils (LCs) by 180 days for the third time, following the expiration of their current term. This extension allows current chairpersons to remain in their roles for another six months before an election is held. RUKUNGIRI: The …

Summary: The rivalry between Kwizera and Asgariyo dates back to the hotly contested Bukimbiri County by-election in Kisoro District, where Kwizera managed to defeat Asgariyo. KISORO: The Bukimbiri County Member of Parliament, Honorable Eddie Kwizera Wa-Gahungu, has threatened to cause the disqualification of his political opponent, Asgariyo Turyagyenda, from his …

Summary: Katakwi is known for voting for the NRM ruling party at a rate of 80 to 90 percent. KATAKWI: Katakwi Assistant Resident District Commissioners have rallied Katakwi residents to vote 100 percent for the NRM in the upcoming 2026 elections, while also promoting peace and reconciliation with a pledge …

Summary: Currently, Rubabo is represented by Naboth Namanya of the FDC in the 11th Parliament. The county was previously a stronghold of the NRM since the Movement took power in 1986. It is now uncertain if NRM will reorganize and reclaim the seat from the FDC. RUKUNGIRI: More than nine …