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By Alexander Luyima | The Hoima Post | Kampala — 28 October 2025 Ugandans are increasingly disillusioned with the Electoral Commission (EC), as recent events suggest that the institution’s independence is being compromised. Allegations of bias, manipulation, and unlawful conduct have surfaced, casting doubt on the credibility of the upcoming 2026 general elections. Ongoing Court Cases Involving EC Chairperson Justice …

Agago — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has promised to completely end cattle rustling in the Acholi and Karamoja sub-regions, saying the government has both the technical and military capacity to deal with the remaining groups of raiders. Addressing a rally in Agago District as he concluded his campaign tour of Acholi, the President said the army is fully equipped to …

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has cautioned road engineers and contractors against doing shoddy work, urging them to change their ways and embrace quality workmanship in government infrastructure projects. The President made the call while addressing a large crowd at the Peace Grounds in Kitgum Municipality, Acholi sub-region, on Thursday during his countrywide tour as the NRM presidential flagbearer to popularise …

PADER — President Yoweri Museveni has urged leaders to focus on developing key infrastructure projects before pursuing other government programmes, saying infrastructure forms the backbone of Uganda’s economic transformation. Addressing a campaign rally at Pajule Primary School in Pader District Thursday , Museveni said that while many communities have competing demands, government must concentrate on critical areas such as roads, …

Gulu City – A sea of yellow filled Kaunda Grounds in Gulu City Wednesday as thousands of enthusiastic supporters turned up to welcome President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) presidential flag bearer, during a campaign rally that underscored the party’s achievements in the Acholi sub-region. With chants of support and flags waving high, the President addressed the …

By Kasirye Ronald | Journalist, TV Producer & CEO, Ronkas Media Uganda is no longer governed; it is managed like a private estate by a family that has replaced institutions with loyalty networks. What was once the Ugandan state has been hollowed out and repurposed into a criminal syndicate masquerading under the banner of the National Resistance Movement (NRM). This …

Lamwo – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has rallied the people of Lamwo District to seize the opportunity of lasting peace to build wealth and transform their lives. Speaking at a campaign rally in Padibe Town Council Wednesday, President Museveni said the time is ripe for communities in Northern Uganda to shift their focus from survival to prosperity. “Peace is now …

Omoro – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, also the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flagbearer, has assured residents of Omoro District that revenues from Uganda’s oil production will be used to accelerate infrastructure development across the country, including roads, electricity, and the railway. Speaking while campaigning in Omoro on Tuesday, Museveni said that the oil discovered under his government in the Albertine …

NWOYA — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has vowed to resolve long-standing challenges affecting the people of Acholi, including issues of compensation, education, restocking, and human-wildlife conflict. Speaking during a campaign rally in Anaka Town Council on Tuesday, the President said his government remains committed to addressing the concerns of communities that were heavily affected by past conflicts and infrastructural projects. …

The Electoral Commission (EC) of Uganda has confirmed that the country will hold its next Presidential and Parliamentary elections on January 15, 2026. Campaigns for the presidential race are scheduled to conclude on January 13, 2026. The announcement was made by EC Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama, who emphasized the importance of peaceful and orderly elections and warned candidates against violating …