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The tribunal, established to investigate grievances from the August 2025 Youth League polls, annulled Tanga’s victory on September 8, citing irregularities and conflict of interest. Collins Tanga, son of National Resistance Movement (NRM) Electoral Commission chairperson Tanga Odoi, has rejected a tribunal ruling that nullified his election as Chairperson of the NRM Youth League. Tanga had been declared winner with 1,567 votes, beating rival Brenda Kiconco, who polled 1,355. Kiconco and other candidates contested the results, pointing to procedural flaws and alleging nepotism since the election was presided over by Tanga’s father. In its ruling, the tribunal chaired by John…
The NRM Elections Tribunal has in a Monday, 8th September ruling that nullified Dr. Tanga Odoi’s son victory as Chairperson NRM Youth League absolved Tororo District Woman MP’s assertion that Dr. Tanga Odoi is too biased to conduct a free and fair Party elections in Tororo District. Hon. Sarah Opendi openly accused the NRM’ EC Chairperson, Dr. Tanga Odoi of being too biased to conduct fair and free elections in Tororo district while picking her Nomination forms on 27th June, 2025. Hon. Opendi asked President Museveni as National Chairman of the NRM Party to send somebody else to supervise NRM elections…
Police detained a senior official of Uganda’s largest opposition party, National Unity Platform (NUP), on Monday while he attended a court appearance by his colleagues, a lawmaker from the party and a police spokesperson said. Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, who is NUP’s deputy spokesperson, was forced into a vehicle just outside a magistrate’s court in the capital Kampala, Joel Ssenyonyi, the leader of the opposition in parliament said. The Reuters Daily Briefing newsletter provides all the news you need to start your day. Police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke told Reuters that officers had detained Mufumbiro, but declined to give reasons for the…
Acting on a specific intelligence, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)’s Customs department which is responsible for overseeing the importation and exportation of goods and combating smuggling, on Thursday September 4 , 2025 successfully busted a clandestine manufacturing facility involved in illegal lead export. The URA and Security raid on the factory, located at Mbalala in Mukono District, approximately 5 kilometers past Mukono town, along the Kampala-Jinja Highway led to the arrest of two administrators who are said to be Bangladeshi nationals in connection with the illegal operation. Local battery manufacturers have condemned unscrupulous lead exporters of wreaking havoc in Uganda where the country loses hundreds of tons of…
In the turbulent lead-up to Uganda’s 2026 elections, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) faced a critical juncture in its Entrepreneurs League chairperson race—a gateway to the party’s influential Central Executive Committee (CEC). Amid allegations of electoral malpractice, including voter bribery at up to UGX 8 million per delegate and delegate sequestration in Nairobi, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni suspended the polls, paving the way for a mediated consensus that installed Al Hajj Hassan Basajjabalaba unopposed. While this averted immediate discord, it sidelined Sanjay Tanna, a Tororo-based entrepreneur of Indian descent whose candidacy promised to rectify longstanding imbalances in the CEC. Tanna’s…
The Busoga Kingdom has joyfully announced the birth of twin sons to His Majesty Kyabazinga William Gabula Nadiope IV and Her Royal Highness Queen Jovia Mutesi. The princes, William Ethan Nadiope and Arnold Eli Nadiope, were born on August 27, 2025, ushering in a new chapter for the royal family. “With profound joy and heartfelt gratitude, I am delighted to formally announce the birth of our twin sons: Prince William Ethan Nadiope and Prince Arnold Eli Nadiope, born on the 27th day of August 2025. The arrival of the newborns marks a deeply cherished milestone in our family’s journey, and…
In a heartwarming story of friendship and business, a birthday surprise from popular Ugandan artist Alien Skin has turned into a studio sensation with Mirembe Beddings & Curtains, a leading home decor brand in Uganda. According to sources close to the matter, Alien Skin’s birthday surprise for a loved one sparked an unexpected collaboration with Mirembe Beddings & Curtains, founded by Mirembe Irene Nagawa. The brand has been making waves in the home decor industry with its affordable, stylish, and high-quality bedding and curtains. The Partnership Details about the partnership between Alien Skin and Mirembe Beddings & Curtains are still…
dfcu Bank has today officially launched the first corporate Rotary club in Uganda, under the name Rotary Club of Kampala, Blue Hearts, during a Charter Ceremony held at dfcu’s Head Offices in Nakasero. The ceremony was presided over by the Guest of Honour, Xavier Ssentamu, the past District Governor for Rotary, who inducted the bank staff as he emphasized the importance of serving humanity with integrity. As part of the partnership, dfcu Bank has injected UGX 1 billion over the next three years to support Rotary Uganda in strengthening health initiatives across Uganda. This sponsorship package is also dedicated to serving…
HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA — July 30, 2025. The annual Hollywood Independent Music Awards (HIMA) lit up the historic Avalon Hollywood with a spectacular celebration of global independent music. The star-studded event brought together indie artists, producers, record labels, and industry leaders from all over the world. Hosted by celebrated music journalist and media personality Allison Hagendorf, the evening honored a wide range of musical styles and recognized the hard work of behind-the-scenes professionals who shape today’s independent sound. Among the night’s most celebrated moments was the announcement of Jjumba Lubowa Aligaweesa, a Ugandan folk musician and spiritual leader, as the winner…
In Uganda’s bustling capital, where creativity and ambition often meet opportunity, one young leader has emerged as a force across multiple industries. Ssegujja Ivan, only 25 years old, has redefined what it means to be a modern Ugandan entrepreneur, blending craftsmanship, media innovation, and community development. From humble beginnings as a roadside carpenter to founding Nsambya Furniture Workshop, taking a leadership role at MBC TV, and creating Nsambya Furniture Workshop FC, Ivan has built a multifaceted legacy that impacts artisans, media professionals, and young athletes alike. This feature explores Ivan’s journey, his businesses, his media work, and his contributions…