MPs Forced to Stand as Parliament Chamber Overflows Amid Delays on New House
Several Members of Parliament in Uganda’s 12th Parliament were on Wednesday forced to stand or seek space in the public gallery after the parliamentary chamber became overcrowded during plenary proceedings.…
Parliament Constitutes Powerful Appointments and Vetting Committee
Parliament has officially constituted the powerful Appointments and Vetting Committee of the 12th Parliament, bringing together legislators from the ruling National Resistance Movement, opposition parties, and independents to scrutinise presidential…
Mbidde Declares Bid to Oust Mao as DP President
Fred Mukasa Mbidde has formally declared his intention to challenge Norbert Mao for the presidency of the Democratic Party, signaling a dramatic fallout between two longtime political allies. Mbidde, who…
Museveni Swaps Aceng and Lumumba in Cabinet Adjustment
President Yoweri Museveni has made a fresh adjustment to his newly announced Cabinet, swapping the positions initially assigned to Jane Ruth Aceng and Justine Kasule Lumumba. In the original Cabinet…
Parliament Approves Robinah Nabbanja as Prime Minister
Robinah Nabbanja has officially been vetted and approved by Parliament as the Prime Minister of Uganda following her reappointment by President Yoweri Museveni. Nabbanja’s approval was conducted in accordance with…
Ssenyonyi Retained as Leader of Opposition in New Shadow Cabinet Reshuffle
Joel Ssenyonyi has been retained as Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Parliament following the unveiling of a new Opposition shadow cabinet aimed at strengthening oversight and coordination in Uganda’s 12th…
Uganda Broadens Tourism Push Beyond Gorillas and Wildlife Safaris
Uganda is expanding its international tourism promotion strategy beyond gorilla trekking and traditional wildlife safaris, with a renewed focus on culture, food, heritage, and community experiences aimed at attracting more…
Mao Dismisses Claims He Was Used as Proxy in Speakership Race
Norbert Mao has dismissed allegations that he was used as a proxy candidate during the election for Speaker of Uganda’s 12th Parliament. Mao, who contested for the Speakership on May…
From Newsroom to Foreign Minister: The Rise of Adonia Ayebare
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s appointment of Adonia Ayebare as Uganda’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs has drawn attention to the remarkable journey of a man who rose from the newsroom…
Museveni’s New Cabinet Revives Debate Over Political Dynasties and Loyalty Networks
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s newly unveiled Cabinet for the 2026–2031 term has ignited fresh national debate after several children and close relatives of influential political figures secured senior government appointments.…
