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From January 12 to February 9, 2026, Ugandans will head to the polls to elect leaders across various levels, including Presidential, Parliamentary, and Local Government Councils
Uganda's new gold policy, BRICS membership meant to beat future US Sanctions -Minister
Minister Okello has articulated strategies including the establishment of domestic gold reserves and the nation's recent alignment with the BRICS alliance.
We dishonoured Ssegirinya, we need to do better - LOP Ssenyonyi
Ssenyonyi criticised the lack of coordination and involvement of key stakeholders in the funeral arrangements.
Man gets tragically devoured in an attempt to pet lion to impress his girlfriend
A man has lost his life while trying to impress his girlfriend.
Stanbic Bank robbery: 6 dead as more details emerge
The robbery attempt thwarted by police at Stanbic Bank's Acacia Mall branch on Monday, January 13, targeted Shs500 million.
Ssegirinya family backs former assistant to replace him in parliament
Justine Ssanyu Nakajumba, Ssegirinya 's mother appealed to the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) to hand its flag to Mr Luwemba.
City businessman loses Shs 100m in Bombo Road traffic jam robbery
The victim, Fred Tibamanya, a 49-year-old businessman and resident of Kawanda in Wakiso District, was attacked while stuck in traffic in Maganjo along Bombo Road.
Balaam warns Tooro, Bunyoro against joining ‘Bobi Wine’s party of witches’
Balaam criticised NUP members for their alleged conduct during the funeral of Kawempe North MP Muhammad Ssegirinya.
Breaking: UPDF Captain charged along with Besigye, Kamulegeya
The prosecution further amended the charge sheet to add another offence of “Treachery”
Chaos as Parliament, NUP fight for Ssegirinya's body at burial
Police and the UPDF deployed heavily amid tension over the burial program.
Museveni wants DRC to share River Congo waters with water-stressed North Africa
Museveni spoke of the untapped potential of the Congo River in alleviating water crises across Africa.
Luganda is Uganda’s de facto National Language - Mayiga
According to the Buganda premier, about 28 million Ugandans understand Luganda, which is more than any other language.
Hudu Hussein appointed as Kumi RDC in latest reshuffle
Hudu Hussein, the former Resident City Commissioner (RCC) of Masaka City, has been transferred to Kumi District to serve as the Resident District Commissioner (RDC).
African Heads of State arrive in Uganda for CAADP Summit
Among the arrivals are seven Heads of State, two Vice Presidents, and the African Union Chairman. 
Next Media announces role mergers in latest restructuring
Next Media is set to undergo significant structural changes to enhance efficiency and align with its evolving goals, according to an internal memo released on January 10, 2025.
Diana Atwiine fires Buhinga Hospital boss after death of musician
During her visit, Atwiine fired the hospital administrator, Dr Alex Adaku, citing negligence and systemic failures that allegedly contributed to Kigambo’s passing.
Ssegirinya treatment cost revealed
Several MPs criticised President Yoweri Museveni for his public and private interventions urging the judiciary to deny bail to suspects accused of murder. 
Internet reacts as Muhoozi deletes Twitter account
The move comes just days after a controversial tweet in which he suggested violent action against National Unity Platform (NUP) president, Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine.
Speaker Among dismayed as NRM MPs shun Ssegirinya sendoff session
The government side of the house was nearly empty with the front bench which is usually occupied by cabinet ministers completely unoccupied.
Scores wrongfully sentenced on ‘flawed evidence' from government lab - Dr Onzivua
He warned that flawed forensic evidence from DGAL has led to wrongful convictions, with some individuals serving decades in prison based on questionable findings.
