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By John Barnes Ssentamu Renowned British author and environmentalist Stanley Johnson is currently touring Uganda, courtesy of an invitation from Uganda's High Commissioner to the UK, HE Nimisha Madhvani. Johnson's visit aims to showcase Uganda's natural beauty, cultural heritage, and investment opportunities. During his stay, Johnson will explore various tourism sites, industrial parks, and meet with government officials to discuss potential...

By Sulphine Mbambu Bonabana Independent candidate Shyam Jay Tanna has been elected Member of Parliament for Tororo Municipality after defeating incumbent Apollo Yeri Ofwono in last Thursday’s parliamentary elections. According to results declared by the Tororo Municipality Returning Officer in the early morning hours of January 16, Tanna secured 5,781 votes, representing 43.56 percent of the total valid votes cast. Ofwono...

By Sulphine Mbambu Bonabana President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni remains in the lead in the presidential race, according to the latest provisional results released by the Electoral Commission from the National Tally Centre in Lubowa. In the most recent briefing, EC Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama said Museveni of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) stands at 75.38 percent of the votes counted so...

By Samuel Ssenono President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has issued a detailed directive to National Resistance Movement structures across the country, ordering an aggressive last-mile mobilisation campaign aimed at increasing voter turnout and reducing invalid votes in the upcoming elections. In a letter dated 12 January 2026 and addressed to chairpersons and executive members at branch, ward and village level, Museveni reflects...

By Shivan Ayebare Former Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Amama Mbabazi has urged Ugandans to turn up in large numbers to vote, describing the act as both a constitutional right and a demonstration of citizens’ ownership of the country. Mbabazi said Uganda belongs to its people and that political authority rests with them. He noted that the Constitution is clear that...

By Sulphine Mbambu Bonabana The Deputy Managing Director of Uganda Broadcasting Corporation, Maurice Mugisha, says there should be no justification for an internet shutdown as Uganda heads to the polls this week if the public refrains from spreading false and malicious information. Mugisha made the remarks as UBC outlined its preparedness to deliver continuous, credible and balanced election coverage ahead of...

By Shivan Ayebare The Deputy National Treasurer of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), Ms. Jackline Kyatuheire, has said the ruling party is fully prepared for the January 15, 2026 general elections. Speaking at a press conference in Kabale District, Kyatuheire said the NRM has intensified campaigns across the country, with President Yoweri Museveni returning to areas he had not previously covered,...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed Mr. Moses Karangwa Kalisa as Senior Presidential Advisor- Special Duties. “I'm pleased to inform you that H.E the President in the powers vested in him under article 172 (1)(a) of the constitution of the Republic of Uganda,1995 (as amended) and on advice of the Public Service Commission directed that you be offered an appointment….....

By Samuel Ssenono Uganda earned US$185.99 million from coffee exports in November 2025 after exporting 640,328 60-kilogram bags, according to the latest monthly sector report. The performance represents a 60 percent increase in export volumes and a 71 percent rise in earnings compared to November 2024, driven by higher shipments and improved international prices. Robusta coffee accounted for the largest share,...

The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has directed all broadcasters and users of online communication platforms to stop announcing or publishing election results, warning that only the Electoral Commission has the legal mandate to declare official results. In a directive issued to television stations, radio broadcasters, online media platforms and social media users, UCC said it has noted cases in past...