The recently concluded Kawempe North parliamentary by-election has left Uganda at a crossroads. National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Elias Luyimbazi Nalukoola emerged victorious in an election marred by violence, voter intimidation, and blatant human rights violations. While Nalukoola’s win reflects the resilience of Kawempe North’s electorate, the surrounding events raise …
Read More »Kawempe by-election : Nation Media Journalists Abducted
Security forces have assaulted several journalists covering the Kawempe by-election, adding to a disturbing pattern of violence against the media since the election began. The latest attack occurred at Kazo Angola polling station, where reporters from NMG and Next Media were targeted while documenting the arrests of individuals accused of …
Read More »Sheikh Mubaje re-elected as Mufti of Uganda
The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) has re-elected Sheikh Dr. Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje as the Mufti of Uganda after the expiration of his previous tenure upon reaching the constitutional age limit of 70. The decision was made by the Majlis Al-Ulama (College of Sheikhs) and later approved unanimously by the …
Read More »KAWEMPE ELECTIONS: UCC suspends Pearl FM
The Uganda Communications Commission has suspended Pearl FM (107.9 FM in Kampala) for allegedly airing content that violates minimum broadcasting standards. According to a statement released by Thembo Nyombi, Executive Director of Pearl FM’s program “Mpilidde Kamenya” aired on March 12, 2025, hosted by Kalule Suleiman, broadcast content containing unverified …
Read More »KAWEMPE : Police starts investigating attacks on journalists
UPDF concerned about alleged beating and harassment of journalists by members of the security forces The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) will investigate reported incidents of security forces clobbering journalists and confiscating equipment during today’s by-election in Kawempe. FULL STATEMENT There are reports coming out of Kawempe in the …
Read More »BREAKING NEWS : NUP’S Elias Luyimbazi Nalukoola’s 17,764 votes secure him victory
🟥 Kawempe North Results as declared by the EC returning officer ✳ Luyimbazi Elias Nalukoola NUP – 17,764 votes ✅ ✳ Faridah Nambi Kigongo NRM – 8,593 ✳ Hanifah Mugerwa Karadi IND – 381 ✳ Muhammad Luwemba Lusswa IND – 240 ✳ Sadat Mukiibi FDC- 239 ✳ Muhamood Mutazindwa IND – 186 ✳ Henry Mubiru Kasacca DP – 100 …
Read More »Police summon UNAA’s Chief Muvawala Over kidnapping incident
Police are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the reported kidnapping of Charles Bukenya, aka Muvawala, the vice president of the Uganda North America Association (UNAA). Muvawala, a journalist and supporter of the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP), went missing last week under mysterious circumstances. He was later found abandoned in Buliisa, …
Read More »Attack on Journalists: Multiple Arrests and Assaults Reported Amid Kawempe By-Election Coverage
Since February 26, which marked the start of the nomination process for the Kawempe North parliamentary by-election, journalists covering the events have faced increasing hostility, including arrests and physical assaults. The seat fell vacant following the tragic death of Member of Parliament Muhammad Ssegirinya, and the by-election has since been …
Read More »The Unchecked Noise Pollution Crisis in Uganda Municipalities.
By Amiri Wabusimba. Mubende Municipality, like many rapidly expanding urban centers in Uganda, faces a growing challenge unregulated noise pollution that threatens public health, security, and economic productivity. The increasing commercialization of the town has led to the uncontrolled rise of entertainment spots, particularly bars, clubs, and music halls, often …
Read More »UJA Condemns Brutal Attack on Journalist , Demands Immediate Action to Protect Press Freedom
In a shocking turn of events, Steven Kibwiika, a journalist with Spark TV under the Nation Media Group (NMG), was brutally attacked by security operatives today in Namere, Kawempe North, while filming footage for a news story related to allegations of pre-ticking of ballot papers ahead of tomorrow’s parliamentary by-election. …
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