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Latest Political News Updates & Newspaper Headlines | Pulse UgandaFree at last: NUP’s Olivia Lutaaya narrates Luzira ordeal
Lutaya and 18 others were released from prison on Friday following a presidential pardon
Museveni pardons NUP’s Olivia Lutaaya, 18 others
The pardon allows them to walk free immediately instead of serving the remainder of their sentence, which was set to expire early next year.
'Kenya now risky for Ugandan opposition' - Bobi Wine speaks on Besigye arrest
Speaking during an interview on NTV Wednesday morning, Wine expressed shock and concern over the incident, demanding Besigye's immediate release.
Besigye's host in Nairobi breaks silence
Martha Karua, a former Kenyan Minister for Justice and Gichugu Constituency Member of Parliament, has joined other leaders in calling for the immediate release of veteran Ugandan opposition leader Dr Kizza Besigye.
Politicians, celebrities react to Kizza Besigye's 'kidnap'
Political figures and celebrities have joined Ugandans in demanding the release of veteran opposition leader Dr Kizza Besigye, following allegations by his wife, Winnie Byanyima, that he is being held in a military prison in Kampala.
Winnie Byanyima says Kizza Besigye was kidnapped in Nairobi
Winnie Byanyima, the wife of veteran opposition leader Dr Kizza Besigye, has called for his immediate release, alleging that he was abducted in Nairobi and is now being held in a military prison in Kampala.
Kizza Besigye 'disappears' in Nairobi
Former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) President Kizza Besigye has reportedly gone missing in Nairobi, Kenya.
Mao: Justice Bukirwa did nothing wrong, should be reinstated back on bench
Justice Minister Norbert Mao has demanded for the immediate reinstatement of Justice Faridah Bukirwa on the bench as a High Court Judge because as far as available facts show, there is nothing wrong she did. He didn't directly mention Bukirwa’s name but matters he referred to directly relate to her which left the audience with no option but to conclude is the unfairly treated female Judge he was referring to.
Today in history: Eng. Dr. Badru M. Kiggundu is appointed EC boss
This is the date a new Electoral Commission (EC) was appointed, with Eng. Dr Badru M. Kiggundu as Chairperson and Sr. Margaret Magoba as Deputy Chairperson.
Independent candidate floors NRM in Kisoro by-election
The election was a major setback for the NRM in a district that has long been considered a party stronghold.
Officials deny vote rigging allegations in Kisoro by-election
Social media videos showing purported vote rigging sparked concerns, but the DRDC categorically denied the claims
What is Gen. Kainerugaba’s 'Sixth Republic?'
Gen. Kainerugaba’s tweet is a prelude to a change of guard: from President Museveni to Gen. Muhoozi.
NRM will not get 100% in Kisoro—Bobi Wine
The by-election has attracted six candidates: Grace Akifeza Ngabirano (independent), Rose Kabagyeni (NRM), Juliet Musanase (FDC), Aisha Chimpaye (PPP), Sultana Salim Tana (NUP), and Meble Ingabire (UPC).
Museveni takes in scenic Kisoro views en-route to campaign rally
Photos shared online captured the President, dressed in a bright yellow shirt, gesturing on an empty, paved road, with the lush, terraced hills as his backdrop
Mpuuga misses flight to US for election gig
Mpuuga was set to join a team of global observers in Maryland to witness the electoral process in action.
Why Jessica Alupo could be Uganda’s next president
Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Alupo, is the ninth and current Vice President of Uganda since June 2021. She is a Ugandan politician, educator, and former military officer.
MP Akol claims getting threating messages from NUP
Akol claims that NUP supporters have been sending him messages threatening him, his family and the Acholi community
Zaake needs mental check-up, says MP Akol
Zaake turned rowdy when a member of the Speaker's security team accessed the Plenary with a firearm, contrary to the House rules.Bobi Wine, Salim Tana urge Kisoro to cast vote of defiance
Accompanied by NUP President Bobi Wine, Tana passionately called on residents to make their dissatisfaction known at the ballot box. Her message was clear: Kisoro deserves better.
Parliament questions why Museveni no longer attends international meetings
The MPs want to know why Museveni continues to delegate Vice President, Jessica Alupo and whether this has to do with his health.
