Patrick Amuriat eyes Kanyum County MP seat after withdrawing from 2026 presidential race
FDC president Patrick Oboi Amuriat has stepped aside from the 2026 presidential race, leaving the flag to Nandala Mafabi....
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Kampala Woman MP race: Nakandi slams NUP’s focus on Malende & Luyirika
Kampala Woman MP aspirant Winifred Nakandi has accused NUP of sidelining other contenders in favor of Shamim Malende and...
NUP untervenes in Malende–Luyirika clash over Kampala Woman MP seat
NUP’s top leadership has stepped in to resolve growing tension between Hon. Shamim Malende and Councillor Zaharah Luyirika, the...
Sam Mugumya, Besigye’s former aide, joins race for Rukungiri Municipality MP seat
Sam Mugumya, the former aide to Dr. Kizza Besigye, has declared his bid for the Rukungiri Municipality MP seat...
Tumukunde seeks to mediate Museveni–Besigye political rift
Henry Tumukunde wants to mediate Museveni–Besigye talks over threat allegations, calling for dialogue to safeguard Uganda’s democracy.
Mathias Walukaga denies NUP sells flag bearer cards
Mathias Walukaga insists NUP does not sell cards to anyone, dismissing the allegations as false and politically driven.
Burora claims only Museveni and Bobi Wine can defeat him in Nakawa East
Burora Herbert Anderson says only Museveni and Bobi Wine could unseat him in Nakawa East.
Kabuleta to fund 2026 presidential bid through public donations
Joseph Kabuleta, NEED party president, says he’ll fund his 2026 presidential campaign with public donations, citing massive support and...
Ssegona: I told Bobi Wine he was wrong about Mpuuga
Hon Medard Ssegona has opened up about his controversial support for Hon Mathias Mpuuga amid NUP’s vetting process. He...
Ronald Balimwezo vows to defeat Lukwago in 2026 Kampala Lord Mayoral race
Ronald Balimwezo has declared he’s the man to beat in the 2026 Kampala Lord Mayor race, boldly stating that...
“Not ideal, but necessary” – Ssegona on NUP’s candidate selection
Hon Ssegona urges understanding as NUP shifts its vetting strategy ahead of 2026, citing legal challenges with the party’s...
John Katumba promises free housing for married couples if elected President
John Katumba unveils family-focused policies: free housing for married couples and zero utility bills under his proposed presidency.
Juma Wasswa Balunywa enters national politics
Juma Wasswa Balunywa, former MUBS guild presidential hopeful, has launched his bid for the Eastern Youth MP seat on...
Zahrah Luyirika explains switch to Kampala MP race
Zahrah Luyirika, a rising political figure under NUP, has clarified why she shifted from pursuing Makindye West to contesting...
Anite: Cut MPs’ pay to end greed in Parliament
Minister Evelyn Anite has proposed slashing MP salaries, saying Uganda’s Parliament has become a breeding ground for greed and...