DP cites 'legal barriers' to combating increasing GBV cases
According to Adong, GBV remains a pervasive issue in Uganda, with 95% of women experiencing physical and/or sexual violence in their lifetime.
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UPC starts identifying LC, women council election flag-bearers
“This move is part of the party's preparations to constitute the new five-year elective term of government ending 2031, where UPC is aiming to strengthen our presence in local government structures,” Ebil said in an internal party circular letter.
Why MPs want councillors’ pay increased
On councillors’ pay, Kumumanya said the matter had evolved over time and that discussions were ongoing on how to mobilise resources to improve their ex gratia and honoraria.
Among shrugs off ‘noise makers’ in speakership race
“The noise makers cannot determine leadership. If God says Anita and Thomas will lead the 12th Parliament, it will happen. No amount of noise will change it,” she said, referring to the ongoing speakership contest.
Parliament Speaker race: Pressure group says embarking on tour to promote Namuganza
Launching the campaigns at Speke Courts Hotel in Jinja city, Lugada, who is also the Jinja district FDC chairperson, challenged the MPs to back Namuganza in the spirit of national unity and institutional integrity.
Why Supreme Court has declared Museveni validly elected President
On February 6, 2026, Kasibante applied to the Supreme Court to withdraw his petition challenging the re-election of Museveni and an application for discovery of documents in which he had sought access to the Electoral Commission (EC) electronic results data, citing a lack of funds to continue paying his lawyers.
Mukono court dismisses Kiyaga’s recount bid, upholds Kaggwa win
On Tuesday (February 24), in a packed courtroom largely attended by Kaggwa’s supporters, Matyama ruled that the court lacked jurisdiction to handle a vote recount petition arising from a local government election.
DP youth unveil plan to reverse party's declining electoral fortunes
According to the UYD analysis of parliamentary representation, the Democratic Party’s presence in Parliament has reduced from nine MPs at its recent peak to six in 2026, representing a contraction of more than 50 per cent in legislative strength.
Court to rule today on jurisdiction in Ntenjeru–Kisoga election petition
Mukono Chief Magistrate Paul Matyama on February 21, 2026, fixed Tuesday at 3:00pm as the time he will deliver judgment on whether his court has jurisdiction to hear the election petition.
Besigye wife Byanyima calls for dialogue on 'political issues'
“Dr Besigye remains under unjustified detention for over a year now - prevented from accessing medical care of his choice despite his deteriorating health. May God hear the collective prayers of the people of Uganda for freedom,” Kyagulanyi posted on social media.
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‘Parliament can do better, stronger, be more united and more respected’
“I saw the Speaker meeting some of the independents and hugging them. She can do all that, but they know what to do. Some of them are seriously mobilising for me. As I speak, I have over 150 MPs who are seriously doing kakuyege [mobilising] for me, bringing more members on board because they have all watched what has been happening in the 11th Parliament,” Namuaganza said.
National Female Youth MP petition: Court dismisses vote recount over ballot box tampering
In a ruling delivered at about 11:30pm, Kunihira annulled his earlier directive for a vote recount, which depended upon the ballot boxes being intact.
Presidential candidates’ bodyguards say still demanding EC allowances
“We were sourced from tourism, tactical, criminal investigations directorate (CIDs) and counter terrorism units, but we have waited for long without any hope of getting our allowances as assigned,” James Odong, one of the bodyguards, says.
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Mao is not a threat, say Speaker Among
Downplaying Mao’s candidature, Among added: “My brother Norbert also has the disadvantage of leading a party that secured only six seats in the 12th Parliament. So, even if he was very serious, he would face the uphill task of facing a duo that will carry the flag of a political party with over 400 MPs, a decisive majority in Parliament.”
Independent Kanyesigye beats NRM’s Ampaire to win female youth MP race
Kanyesigye got 216 votes, NRM's Diana' Ampaire Kampe got 198 votes, independent candidate Julia Muhumuza got 24 votes, and NUP's candidate Edith Nammande Nakayizi got one vote.
Voter bribery cited in national youth female MP election
Osbon Turyasingura, an election observer, noted that although security deployment had been tightened and the process was calm, unrest was detected due to voter bribery by some candidates.
Kyamuswa MP Kabuusu slams Opposition 'isolationist politics'
Speaking exclusively to New Vision Online on February 4, 2026, Kabuusu singled out National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu alias Bobi Wine, whom he said, instead of embracing all Opposition unity, allegedly chose to put candidates against his peers in other parties, even in areas where his party stood little chance, like in Kyamuswa.
UPC holds sway in Oyam as NRM dominates Otuke, splits ground in Lira LC3 polls
Notably, several UPC incumbents successfully defended their seats, reinforcing the power of incumbency and local loyalty networks.
Govt Chief Whip Obua concedes election defeat, rules out court challenge
Despite a repeat poll in 18 sub-counties, which was triggered by concerns over the integrity of the poll, when the curtains came down, Jalameso had secured 16,336 votes against Obua’s 15,568.
Teso LC3 elections roundup: Focus shifts to unity and service delivery
Election officials in multiple districts described the polls as largely peaceful, with winners quickly calling for reconciliation and collective development.
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