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In a powerful and emotional statement on Monday, Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of UNAIDS and wife of opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye, accused President Yoweri Museveni of weaponizing Uganda’s judiciary to crush political dissent and cling to power. Byanyima’s condemnation followed a Kampala court’s decision to deny bail to Dr. Besigye for a fourth time since his arrest over a …

 The Uganda Police Force has confirmed the arrest of Sarah Bireete, the prominent civil society leader and Executive Director of the Centre for Constitutional Governance (CCG). Bireete is currently detained at the Central Police Station (CPS) in Kampala and is expected to be arraigned in court shortly, according to official statements. While police authorities have not yet detailed the specific …

By Alexander Luyima | The Hoima PostIn Uganda today, waving the national flag can result in arrest, while blocking a major highway for a ruling party campaign attracts state protection. This is not contradiction by chance. It is the outcome of a deliberate political strategy that has turned patriotism into a tool of control and dissent into a punishable offense.As …

The lessons of 2025 should shape LGBTQ rights strategies for 2026 and beyond “When the United States suddenly withdrew from its role as a leader in global LGBTQ+ advocacy, it left a huge void.” (David Becker photo courtesy of Reuters) COMMENTARY In this commentary, Fabrice Houdart, the  executive director of the Association of LGBTQ+ Corporate Directors, discusses what LGBTQ rights …

Kampala-Uganda Police has confirmed the arrest of Center for Constitutional Governance (CCG) , Civil Society organizations boss Dr. Sarah Bireete. Sarah Bireete (Courtesy photo) “The uganda police force would like to confirm the arrest of Sarah Bireete director for center for constitutional governance. She is in police custody. She will be arraigned before court in due course.” Reads Police statement …

Kampala- Uganda Police through its department of Traffic and Road Safety, has confirmed that the gridlock on Masaka road that started on Monday evening to Tuesday morning was caused by high volume of traffic from Masaka heading back to Kampala and In disciplined drivers who made several lanes. Vehicles stuck in traffic jam along Masaka road (courtesy photo) “It is not …

Post Views: 3 BY AMBROSE KWERONDAIN KABALEwww.mknewslink.com— The Deputy Treasurer of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), Jackline Kyatuheire, has cautioned the Office of the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) against engaging in partisan politics. Kyatuheire made the remarks during a press conference at Cephas Inn Hotel in Kabale Municipality today. She emphasized that the RDC’s role is to represent the …

Kampala, Tuesday — State House has dismissed claims attributing the severe traffic gridlock along the Kampala–Masaka highway to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s convoy, describing the assertions as false and misleading. In a press statement issued on Tuesday, the Presidential Press Unit said while delays experienced by motorists were regrettable, it was inaccurate to blame the congestion on the President’s movements. …

Kampala- With  just one day to the New Year 2026, the Uganda Police Force has issued tough guidelines governing fireworks displays and public celebrations, while extending wishes of peace, joy and unity to Ugandans during the festive season. Fireworks (Courtesy photo) Police reminded the public that on 15th December 2025, guidelines were already issued for organizing entertainment events, shows and …

Kampala– The lawyers representing Col (Rtd) Dr. Kiiza Besigye, his aide Hajji Obeid Lutale and a UPDF soldier Capt. Denis Olaa Oyar have objected the order from the court to have the accused persons take plea on charges of treason. Dr. Kiiza Besigye and Hajji Obeid Lutale in court. (Courtesy photo) On Tuesday morning, High court judge Emmanuel Baguma instructed …