Winnie Byanyima, the wife of veteran Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye, has raised urgent concerns regarding her husband's safety while in custody. During an interview with a local newspaper on February 21, 2026, Byanyima characterized Uganda as having devolved into a "naked dictatorship," where the safety of individuals hangs in
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Karua Condemns Sexual Violence Reports After Uganda Elections
Martha Karua, the leader of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP), has raised urgent concerns regarding the alarming reports of sexual violence against women in Uganda following the January 2026 elections. In a statement addressed to President Yoweri Museveni and Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, she underscores the gravity
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
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
Bobi Wine Decries Ordeal Prisoners Undergo in Uganda
Museveni Sparks Outrage After Remarks on Indian Ocean Access
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has once again stirred hornet by claiming that there would be possible future war over the accessibility of Africa's largest water body, the Indian Ocean.Speaking during a radio talk show in Mbale state lodge in Mbale City, Uganda, the veteran leader said that there would be
Museveni urges Ugandans to embrace financial growth and combat poverty
President Yoweri Museveni has called on Ugandans to reject complacency and actively pursue opportunities for financial growth in the ongoing battle against poverty. Addressing residents across the East African nation, he highlighted the need for collective action, cautioning that many have become too accustomed to living in poverty. "I felt compelled
Celebrating Unity: The annual Piny Luo Festival concludes in Siaya
Siaya County — The recently concluded Piny Luo Festival at the Migwena Cultural Grounds brought together the Luo community from around the world, celebrating their rich heritage and unity. Held under the theme "Luo Unity in Diversity and in Diaspora," the three-day event featured prominent leaders, including former Prime Minister
Museveni Backs Raila Odinga for AUC Chairmanship
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has expressed strong support for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's bid for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission (AUC), with elections set to take place next month in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Speaking at the Piny Luo cultural festival in Siaya County, Museveni likened Raila to