Tag Archives: POLITICAL

Mubende– As Uganda continues to strengthen decentralization and local governance, the experience of Mubende District offers an important case study on the complexities of leadership, institutional cooperation, and stakeholder engagement in emerging democracies. Since its creation, Mubende District has witnessed different administrations, each navigating unique political, social, and economic challenges. The current term marks the continuation of leadership under District Chairperson …

Viewers: 90,000 By Spy Uganda Prominent Zimbabwean philosopher, author, and public speaker Joshua Maponga has launched a scathing attack on corruption within Zimbabwe’s political establishment, warning that self-interest among political leaders is undermining democracy and constitutional governance across Africa. Speaking to fellow Pan Africanist via phone call, Andrew Irumba Katusabe who is the Pan African Pyramid (PAP) Speaker & …

FILE Anita Among presiding over plenary The plight of former Speaker Anita Among is not merely a political controversy; it is a profound reflection on power, leadership, accountability, public trust, and the fragile nature of influence. Her rise within Uganda’s political establishment was swift and formidable, placing her among the most powerful national figures. Yet the controversies, sanctions, investigations, and …

Viewers: 100,001 By Andrew Irumba President Yoweri Museveni’s appointment of Sanjay Tanna as the new Minister of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives has once again thrust the seasoned businessman and former legislator into Uganda’s national spotlight. For many in Eastern Uganda, particularly Tororo District where his influence has remained deeply rooted for decades, Tanna’s elevation to Cabinet is not merely …

Kampala, Uganda — The election of Jacob Marksons Oboth Oboth as Speaker of Uganda’s 12th Parliament is being interpreted by many political observers as more than a routine parliamentary transition. For some, it represents a carefully calibrated consolidation of power within the ruling establishment. For others, it reflects a familiar cycle in Uganda’s politics where loyalty, timing, and silence often …

Viewers: 50,001 By Fred Mukasa Mbidde The National Resistance Movement’s (NRM) Central Executive Committee (CEC) has reached a significant decision at the Entebbe State House, approving the nominations of Rt Hon Oboth Oboth for Speaker and Rt Hon Thomas Tayebwa as Deputy Speaker. This pivotal resolution presents only two choices for our party president, Hon Nobert Mao: to withdraw …

By Mulengera Reporters Dr. Silver Mugisha, the Managing Director of the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), has publicly defended his leadership and the corporation’s performance, pushing back against what he described as attempts to “drag NWSC into certain things.” In a detailed statement shared on his X (formerly Twitter) account, Mugisha said he has worked at NWSC for about …

Viewers: 90,001 By Andrew Irumba Fort Portal has entered a new political chapter following the official swearing-in of Joram Bintamanya, popularly known as Omukono Gwe’kyoma, as Mayor of Central Division. The colourful ceremony, held on Monday at Boma Grounds, attracted thousands of jubilant residents from across the Tooro sub-region who turned up to witness what many described as a …

Kampala, Uganda — The Saturday security operation at the Nakasero residence of former Speaker of the Uganda Parliament Anita Annet Among marks more than a high-profile corruption investigation. It reflects a convergence of political tension, institutional pressure, anti-corruption rhetoric, and internal power recalibration within Uganda’s ruling establishment at a particularly sensitive moment in the country’s political transition.   The joint …

When Yoweri Kaguta Museveni first emerged from the bush in January 1986, Uganda was exhausted by coups, economic collapse and years of violent political instability. At 41, he looked nothing like the ageing strongmen who dominated African politics at the time. He spoke the language of “fundamental change,” discipline and generational renewal. To many Western governments, he and Rwandan President …