Uganda News

News as at February 1, 2026, 11:27 am

Bobi Wine Is Not Wanted By the State - Baryomunsi

  • [Nile Post] The Minister for Information and Communications Technology and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, has reiterated that opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, is not being pursued by the government and has no reason to remain in hiding.

Gen Muhoozi Withdraws Threats to Cut Military Cooperation With U.S.

  • [Nile Post] The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has apologised to the United States following a series of social media posts in which he accused the US Embassy in Kampala of undermining military cooperation and allegedly aiding opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine.

'Catch Me If You Can!' - Bobi Wine Taunts Muhoozi Amid Security Clampdown

  • [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Ugandan opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has issued a defiant message to Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, declaring that security forces cannot apprehend him because ordinary citizens are shielding him.

New Masindi Municipality Mayor Amanyire Pledges Accountability, Unity

  • [Nile Post] Masindi Municipality mayor-elect Roger Amanyire has pledged to prioritise accountability in the use of public funds, transparency in leadership, and improved service delivery following his victory in the recently concluded mayoral elections.

Tororo Politicians Clash With Tanga Odoi Over Alleged Electoral Interference

  • [Nile Post] Since his appointment as Chairperson of the National Resistance Movement Electoral Commission in 2015, Dr. Tanga Odoi has remained one of the most influential figures in Uganda's political landscape.

NRM's Johnson Kanyomozi Concedes Defeat in Ibanda Mayoral Race

  • [Nile Post] Johnson Kanyomozi, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer, has formally conceded defeat in the Ibanda Municipality mayoral elections, urging his supporters to back the victor, Independent candidate Deus Murinde.

Security At Bobi's Home Is 'Access Control,' Not Siege, Says Baryomunsi

  • [Nile Post] The Minister for Information and Communications Technology and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, has defended the continued security deployment at the Magere residence of National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, saying the measures are intended to prevent the premises from being used as "a hub for public disorder."

Minister Baryomunsi Dismisses Claims of Besigye's Ill Health As Opposition, Wife Push Back

  • [Nile Post] The Minister for Information and Communications Technology and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, has yet again dismissed claims that detained opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye is critically ill, insisting that the People's Front for Freedom (PFF) is stable and receiving adequate medical care while on remand at Luzira Prison.

U.S. Senator Calls On Uganda to Drop Charges Against Bireete

  • [Nile Post] A senior United States senator has urged Ugandan authorities to drop all charges against human rights activist Sarah Bireete, following her release on bail after nearly a month in detention.

Museveni's Son Withdraws Posts Claiming Termination of Cooperation With the U.S.

  • [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces and President Yoweri Museveni's son, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has retracted a series of controversial social media posts in which he announced the termination of military cooperation with the United States.

Alan Kasujja Is New Media Centre Boss

  • [Nile Post] President Museveni has directed the Minister of Information and Communication Technology and National Guidance, Dr Chris Baryomunsi, to appoint former BBC journalist Alan Kasujja as Executive Director of the Media Centre.

Mpigi Residents Appeal for Fire Engine After Bus Burns to Ashes On Kampala Highway

  • [Nile Post] Residents of Mpigi District have appealed to government to provide the area with a fire-fighting truck to enable quicker response to fire outbreaks and prevent loss of life and property.

I Will Not Comment On the Outcome of the Results, Says Mbidde Following Buweekula Loss

  • [Nile Post] Former East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member of Parliament and Vice President of the Democratic Party (DP), Fred Mukasa Mbidde, has spoken out following his defeat in the Buweekula County parliamentary race, describing politics as a long-term calling rather than a means of employment.

Ssemakadde's Bid for Presidential Pardon Rejected

  • [Nile Post] The Advisory Committee on the Prerogative of Mercy has declined to advise the President on granting clemency to exiled president of the Uganda Law Society, Isaac Ssemakadde.

Govt Must Account for Missing NUP Leaders, Ssenyonyi Tells Parliament

  • [Nile Post] The Leader of the Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi, has called on the government to explain the whereabouts of National Unity Platform (NUP) deputy presidents for Northern and Western Uganda, Lina Zedriga and Jolly Tukamushaba, along with hundreds of party supporters allegedly abducted before the elections.

Govt Plans Private-Sector Subsidies to Expand Affordable Housing, Tackle Slums

  • [Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Government is considering providing subsidies to the private sector to spur the construction of low-cost housing in both rural and urban areas, in a move aimed at curbing the rapid growth of slums.

Absa Bank Uganda to Help Customers Understand Credit and Borrow Smart to Drive Growth

  • [Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Absa Bank Uganda has today launched a new Retail and Business Banking campaign anchored on financial literacy, aimed at helping individuals and small businesses make smarter borrowing decisions and use credit as a tool for sustainable growth.

Frustrated Mbidde Out to Find Out Repeated Voter Rejection

  • [Nile Post] Fred Mukasa Mbidde is out to do a post-mortem of his political career. The Democratic Party (DP) National Deputy President wants to find out why voters keep rejecting him. One, two, three, four, five... it has been one too many times.

Hoima City East Mayor Survives Anti-NRM Wave in Tight Division Race

  • [Nile Post] Hoima City East Division mayor John Bosco Muhanuzi has survived a strong voter backlash against National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearers in Hoima City, emerging victorious in a closely contested mayoral race despite a broader rejection of the ruling party in key city positions.

Kawempe Mayoral Winner Declared After EC Orders Recount of Sealed Ballot Boxes

  • [Nile Post] The Electoral Commission (EC) has officially declared National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Emmanuel Sserunjoji as the Mayor of Kawempe Division following a tense standoff that forced election officials to open sealed black boxes for verification and recount.

Five-Year-Old Girl Electrocuted By Live Stay Wire in Kibuli

  • [Nile Post] Police in Kampala are investigating circumstances under which a five-year-old girl died after being electrocuted by a live stay wire in Kakunguru Zone, Kibuli, Makindye Division.

Tourism Ministry to Buy Shs10 Billion Helicopter for Wildlife Surveillance

  • [Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities is seeking for Shs10 billion to procure a helicopter which they say will strengthen surveillance and conservation efforts in the national parks.

JSC Reaffirms Role in Strengthening Judiciary, Access to Justice

  • [Nile Post] The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding judicial independence, fairness, and access to justice for all Ugandans, in line with the 1995 Constitution.

Chief Justice Zeija Launches Key Judiciary Policy Documents to Strengthen Service Delivery

  • [Nile Post] Chief Justice Dr Flavian Zeija has launched three major policy documents aimed at improving how the Judiciary serves the public.

Tororo Court to Rule Today On Vote Recount in West Budama North Parliamentary Election

  • [Nile Post] The Tororo Chief Magistrate, Irene Nambatya, is expected to rule tomorrow, thursday on whether to grant a vote recount in the West Budama North parliamentary election.

All of Africa Today - January 29, 2026

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Sarah Bireete Granted Bail, Ordered to Deposit Passport

  • [Nile Post] The Executive Director of the Center for Constitutional Governance, Sarah Bireete, has been granted bail by the Buganda Road Magistrate's Court.

Inter Schools Miss Uganda Season 3 Grand Finale Shines

  • [Nile Post] The much-anticipated Inter Schools Miss Uganda Season 3 Grand Finale took place last Saturday at the Golf Course Hotel, celebrating young women's talent, leadership, and ambition from schools across Uganda.

Ple 2025 Results to Be Released On Friday

  • [Nile Post] The 2025 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) results will be officially released on Friday at State House, Nakasero, the Ministry of Education and Sports has confirmed.

Finance Trust Bank Downgrades to Credit Institution

  • [Nile Post] The Bank of Uganda has approved a change in the operating status of Finance Trust Bank Limited, allowing the lender to downgrade from a commercial bank to a credit institution effective April 1, 2026.
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