A dispute has arisen in the race for Nakawa Division West after Bwowe Ivan challenged the Electoral Commission (EC) over the nomination of seven rival candidates. Bwowe petitioned the EC, claiming that the aspirants were unlawfully nominated for a non-existent constituency called Nakawa West. He argued that only Nakawa Division West is officially recognized by the EC for the 2025-2026 elections.
In his affidavit, Bwowe presented certified copies of nomination papers for the seven candidates, including Happy Nasasira, Herbert Burora, and Felix Okuye, which indicated they had applied for Nakawa West. He is seeking declarations that Nakawa West is not a legitimate electoral area and that the nominations of the seven candidates should be...
TL;DR: Kiruhura LC5 Chairman blames Bobi Wine and NUP supporters for violent clashes during campaign events in the district.
Mukago Rutetebya, the LC5 Chairman of Kiruhura District, has accused opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, known as Bobi Wine, and his supporters of instigating violent clashes during a campaign in the district. The violence erupted between NUP and NRM supporters in the towns of Sanga and Rushere, where Bobi Wine was campaigning. Rutetebya claimed that NUP supporters provoked NRM backers, leading to attacks on individuals wearing yellow T-shirts and the looting of shops. Some NUP supporters were allegedly armed with hammers and gloves with sharp nails.
Despite police efforts to disperse the crowds...
TL;DR: Ugandan businessman Male Nicholus faces charges of forgery for attempting to influence a government ferry contract.
Male Nicholus, a Ugandan entrepreneur, has been remanded to Luzira Prison following his appearance in court on charges of forgery and using false documents. Prosecutors allege that Male created a fake letter, supposedly from President Yoweri Museveni, directing the Ministry of Works and Transport to extend Nation Oil Distributors Limited's (NODL) contract for the MV Kalangala ferry. This document was reportedly presented to several government bodies and NODL in an attempt to sway decisions regarding the ferry's operation.
The investigation, led by the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU) in collaboration with...
TL;DR: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has ended Temporary Protected Status for South Sudanese nationals, impacting hundreds of refugees who have lived in the U.S. for over a decade.
The U.S. government’s decision, announced by Secretary Kristi Noem, removes deportation protections for South Sudanese citizens who had been granted TPS after their country’s independence in 2011. The program had allowed around 230 people to live and work legally in the U.S. amid ongoing conflict and instability in South Sudan. Despite previous extensions due to unsafe conditions, Noem determined that the situation had improved, signaling an end to the protection status.
The termination, effective January 2026, includes a 60-day grace period for...
TL;DR: Siaya Senator James Orengo has called on ODM members to support Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka for the 2027 presidential race, citing his unwavering loyalty to the late Raila Odinga.
During a memorial for Raila Odinga in Bondo, Orengo emphasized that Kalonzo had made considerable sacrifices, including stepping aside for Martha Karua to become Raila's running mate in 2022. Orengo recalled that Kalonzo had consistently put Odinga's interests first in three consecutive elections. He praised Kalonzo's loyalty, stating that no one had shown more devotion to Odinga’s political journey.
Orengo’s comments align with Wiper’s official endorsement of Kalonzo for the 2027 presidential election. He also urged ODM to avoid potential...
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has confirmed 39 charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity against Joseph Kony, the leader of the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) rebel group. The charges, confirmed on Thursday in absentia, include murder, rape, sexual slavery, forced pregnancy, and the use of child soldiers, all allegedly committed between 2002 and 2005 in northern Uganda.
The ruling follows hearings held in September at The Hague, where judges reviewed submissions from the prosecution, defense, and victim representatives. The ICC determined that Kony is criminally responsible for atrocities carried out by his fighters and for crimes he personally orchestrated, under Article 25(3)(a) of the Rome Statute. The court found...
Uganda Cranes head coach Paul Put has named a 28-man squad for the upcoming international friendlies against Chad and Morocco, scheduled for November in Morocco. The team will first face Chad on November 15, followed by a match against Morocco on November 19. These fixtures serve as the final preparation for Uganda ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), where they will compete in Group C alongside Nigeria, Tunisia, and Tanzania.
A notable inclusion in the squad is midfielder Al Hassan Baba, who earns his first senior national team call-up. Baba, who plays for Romanian club FCSB, is regarded as one of Uganda’s most promising young talents in Europe. The squad also sees the return of forward Melvyn Lorenzen, who last played for...
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group in Sudan accused of widespread atrocities, has agreed to a U.S.-led proposal for a humanitarian ceasefire. This decision, announced on Thursday, comes as the RSF consolidates control over el-Fasher after an 18-month siege, exacerbating Sudan's already dire situation. Aid organizations have warned that critical community kitchens, which serve as lifelines for millions, are on the verge of collapse due to shortages and volunteer fatigue.
The RSF's ceasefire commitment aims to address the severe humanitarian crisis and facilitate the delivery of aid. The group has expressed willingness to engage in talks aimed at ending hostilities and addressing the root causes of the conflict, with...
The 27th Kinyara Golf Open Tournament was officially launched on Wednesday at the Uganda Golf Club in Kampala. Set to take place from November 13 to 15, 2025, at the picturesque Masindi Golf Club, the event will draw over 200 golfers. According to Moses Enzama, the Kinyara Golf Club Captain, the tournament has seen an impressive response, with more than 100 golfers already registered in its first week.
This year’s competition promises to be larger than ever, with a range of prizes across multiple categories. Professionals will compete for a prize pool of UGX 10 million, while the men’s gross category offers UGX 4 million, and the ladies’ category carries UGX 3 million. The tournament will kick off on November 13, with professionals and...
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