Uganda politics

In a powerful display of courage and determination, Gen High Tower, a loyal bodyguard of NUP president Bobi Wine, made a heartfelt declaration during a press conference at the National Unity Platform headquarters. Expressing his readiness to confront President Museveni and his army, Tower revealed his deep-seated weariness with the current regime. His impassioned plea to challenge Museveni directly, even ...

Bobi Wine’s national political influence is undeniable, yet there are untapped opportunities for him to benefit from Dr. Kizza Besigye’s established political network. While Bobi Wine may face uncertainties outside Buganda and Busoga, aligning with Besigye’s infrastructure in regions like Bunyoro, Kasese/Rwenzori, and more could fortify his political standing. Reflecting on Besigye’s electoral achievements in regions like Kasese, Rukungiri, and ...

In my tenure within NRM politics, I bore witness to the party’s tumultuous journey following pivotal leadership transitions. The once dynamic NRM Secretariat, now ensnared in chaos, grapples with operating without the essential resources or authority necessary to discharge its obligations. Submerged in recent developments are the fissures within the NRM, as prominent party members publicly align with divergent candidates. ...

In a significant turn of events, Lawyer Elias Luyimbazi Nalukoola clinched victory, securing the prestigious National Unity Platform (NUP) flag and paving his way to Parliament as the esteemed Kawempe North legislator. The atmosphere leading up to the announcement of the by-election results by Electoral Commission’s returning officer, Henry Makabayi, was shrouded in suspense. The foreboding message from Chief of ...

In Kawempe North constituency, a by-election is currently underway to fill the seat left vacant by the late MP Muhammad Ssegirinya. At the core of the conflict are Ssegirinya’s relatives, divided in their support for different candidates in the election. Ssegirinya’s mother, Justine Nakajumba, has thrown her support behind Alex Luwemba, her son’s former political assistant. Expressing confidence in Luwemba’s ...