NUP’S Fred Nyanzi Abducted Hours After 48-Hour Ultimatum for Besigye’s Release
Minutes after political opposition members gave government an ultimatum of 48 hours to release Dr Kizza Besigye, NUP’s Head of Mobilisation Fred Nyanzi Ssentamu was forced into a car and driven off by heavily armed men believed to be Ugandan security…
UPDF Denies Knowledge of NUP’s Fred Nyanzi’s Whereabouts
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has denied involvement in the alleged abduction of Fred Nyanzi, the National Unity Platform’s (NUP) Head of Mobilization, who was reportedly seized by heavily armed men on Monday evening. Joel Ssenyonyi, the…
Opposition Leader Kizza Besigye Appears in Court: Lawyers Demand Unconditional Release
Opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye has today appeared before the Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court, with URN noticing that he appeared weaker than he has ever been in all the cases he has battled in the recent past. Besigye who seems to be…
Emotional Outbursts at Court as Besigye Appears Frail and Sickly
Emotional scenes have unfolded at the Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court as supporters of jailed opposition politician Retired Col Dr. Kizza Besigye broke down in tears upon seeing him appear frail, sickly, and miserable. Besigye was on Friday …
Bobi Wine Celebrates 43rd Birthday at Nkozi Hospital, Gives Back to New Mothers in Mpigi
National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, on Wednesday visited Nkozi Hospital in Mpigi District, where he was born, to celebrate his 43rd birthday by sharing love and gifts with new mothers. Kyagulanyi, who was…
Defence Ministry Faces Scrutiny Over Shs381 Billion Costly Bid
The Defence Ministry is under increasing scrutiny as it pushes for an additional Shs381 billion to recapitalize Uganda Air Cargo (UAC) by purchasing new aircraft. This proposal, presented by MP Donozio Kahonda, comes in the wake of…
Uganda’s 2026 Election : Opposition Parties Cite Restrictions, Uncertainty as They Mobilize Quietly
As Uganda inches closer to the 2026 general elections, the country’s political landscape remains unusually quiet. Typically, this period would be marked by heightened activity—rallies, candidate endorsements, and strategic alliances. …
Opposition Leader Kizza Besigye Skips Court Hearing, Claims Indisposition
Retired Col Dr Kizza Besigye did not appear before Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court for further hearing of the inciting violence case. On Tuesday, Besigye wrote to Buganda Road Court Senior Principal Grade One Magistrate Winnie Nankya who is the one…
NUP Picks Nalukoola as Flag Bearer For Kawempe North Byelection’s
Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has called on all members of the National Unity Platform (NUP) to rally behind lawyer Erias Luyimbaazi Nalukoola in the upcoming Kawempe North by-election. The parliamentary seat fell vacant last…
DPP Jane Frances Abodo Issues Circular Halting Military Trials of Civilians, Orders Transfer to Civilian Courts Following Supreme Court Ruling
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Jane Frances Abodo, has issued a circular to all prosecutors with guidance on implementing the Supreme Court’s judgment that prohibits the trial of civilians in military courts. According to Circular No. 1/2025,…