Politics

Bobi Wine Blasts ‘State Lawlessness’ After Lukwago Abduction

Patricia Waigwa June 16, 2026 0

A dramatic political crisis is unfolding in Uganda. Specifically, Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine has strongly condemned Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces and son of President Yoweri Museveni, following the violent arrest and alleged abduction of prominent human rights

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Babu Owino Confident Bobi Wine Will Win Uganda Elections

Patricia Waigwa January 15, 2026

Embakasi MP Babu Owino has expressed strong confidence that Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine will win the presidential race. He highlighted the ongoing intimidation and systematic restrictions by state authorities. Political Environment in Uganda Is Restrictive During a TV interview on January 14, 2026, Babu Owino said Uganda’s campaign environment is far from free.He

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Museveni Declares Public Holidays for Elections

Patricia Waigwa January 10, 2026

Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni declared January 15 and 16, 2026, as public holidays.Moreover, the announcement aims to allow citizens time to participate in presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled next week. Legal Notice Under Public Holidays ActMuseveni issued the declaration through a Legal Notice under the Public Holidays Act, Cap. 174.Additionally,

International News

UN Rights Chief Warns Museveni Over Rising Crackdown

Kevin Matende December 4, 2025

UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk has warned Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni against arresting and detaining activists without cause. Crackdown Intensifies Ahead of Polls In his Wednesday statement, Türk said the Ugandan government continues to silence critics as the country heads to next month’s elections. He accused state agencies of carrying out abductions, torture,