In a result underscoring the political weight of enduring incumbency, Uganda’s First Deputy Prime Minister, Gen. Moses Ali, has been re-elected as Member of Parliament for Adjumani East Constituency. The 86-year-old veteran politician and retired military officer fended off a spirited challenge to secure a new term, a victory that
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Speed’s Africa Tour Sparks Joy and Debate
YouTube star IShowSpeed, real name Darren Watkins Jr, is making headlines across Africa as he connects with fans during his “Speed Does Africa” tour. The 20-year-old content creator, who has over 48 million subscribers, has drawn massive crowds in countries including Rwanda, Ethiopia, Angola, Zambia, and South Africa. Many young
Uganda’s Election Results Disputed Amid Allegations of Military Abduction and Vote Fraud
KAMPALA – Early results from Uganda’s presidential election show long-serving President Yoweri Museveni leading with a commanding margin, but his main rival, Bobi Wine, has dismissed the figures as “fake” and accused authorities of electoral theft and intimidation. According to Uganda’s Electoral Commission, with over 70% of polling stations tallied, Museveni
Museveni Holds Lead as Bobi Wine Detained in Raid
Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni has established a significant lead in Thursday's presidential election, currently holding 74% of the vote compared to his main challenger Bobi Wine's 23%, based on returns from 81% of polling stations. Wine's party has already expressed concerns regarding the credibility of the results.Reports indicate that a
Uganda Election Ends as Votes Counted Manually
Uganda’s presidential election concluded with ballot counting underway across the country, as voters and officials navigated technical challenges, security measures, and rising public tension. Long queues formed at polling stations in Kampala and other urban centres, with election officials manually verifying voter lists and counting ballots under police supervision. Several voters
From Nollywood Stardom to Legal Luminary: The Uncommon Journey of Barr. Kenneth Okonkwo
Two NPR Officers Killed in IED Attack Along Kenya–Somalia Border
Security remains a major concern in Kenya after two National Police Reservists (NPR) were tragically killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) attack along the Kenya–Somalia border. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening, January 14, 2026, in Mandera East, where officers were on patrol as part of ongoing counter-insurgency operations. According
Museveni and Bobi Wine Face Off Amid Internet Shutdown
Ugandand are casting their votes in a pivotal election where President Yoweri Museveni faces off against the dynamic pop star-turned-politician Bobi Wine, as he seeks to extend his 40-year tenure in power.This election essentially represents a contest between Museveni and Wine, yet analysts predict that Museveni, having secured victory in
Babu Backs Bobi Wine in Uganda’s 2026 Election
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has shared insights into his recent phone conversation with Uganda's opposition leader, Robert Kyagulanyi, widely known as Bobi Wine. During an interview on the evening of January 14, 2026, Owino disclosed that he had reached out to Bobi just three days prior to
Uganda Shuts Down Internet Ahead of National Elections
Uganda has imposed a temporary nationwide internet shutdown just days before its high-stakes general election, a move that has sparked widespread debate and concern both locally and internationally. The directive, issued by the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), began on the evening of Tuesday, January 13, 2026, and will remain in