Jonard Asiimwe Akiiki, an aspiring National Vice Chairperson for Western Uganda in the National Resistance Movement (NRM), has emphasized the importance of empowering party structures from grassroots to national levels. Speaking at a press conference held at his offices in Nakawa, Asiimwe, who hails from the Bunyoro subregion, outlined his vision to address challenges facing…
As the NRM tribunal embarked on its work today, several defeated candidates in the recent party primaries continued lodging petitions with the party’s Electoral Commission. Most cited irregularities such as voter bribery, alteration of election results, election violence, and insufficient electoral materials during the July 17, 2025, primaries across Uganda. Among the petitioners were Beatrice…
Kampala Woman MP, Shamim Malende, has reaffirmed her commitment to continue serving the people of Kampala after 2026. Malende who has been ill told supporters after donating Shs 10 million to NUP that she was still strong. “I want to assure our supporters that I am back and still strong to go ahead with the…
Kampala Metropolitan Police Deputy Commander Gerald Twishime has issued a stern warning to individuals masquerading as boda boda operators, urging them to register with their union immediately or face arrest. He said unregistered riders contribute to confusion and crime within an industry that employs over one million people in Uganda. Twishime made these remarks during…
Leshan Kenogo, a panel moderator at the Ngalabi Film Festival, has called on the government to increase funding for the film and arts sector to empower young people who are using film and drama to drive social change in their communities. Speaking to Bbeg Media during the 9th Ngalabi East African Short Film Festival, Kenogo…
The Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) is once again embroiled in a fierce leadership battle that threatens to fracture its legacy. At the heart of the storm is Jimmy Akena Obote, the embattled UPC president and son of the party’s founder, whose grip on leadership has been challenged by a High Court ruling and a determined…
Gen Edward Katumba Wamala has warned those attempting to disrupt the peace that the government remains firmly in control and will not tolerate such actions. Wamala, the minister of Works and Transport, made these remarks during the launch of Cutting Through Hell, a book authored by Brig Dr. James Kiyengo, at the Fairway Hotel in…
Archbishop Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu has called upon Ugandans to fundraise for the 9th East African Revival Convention, which will take place in Kabale. Shs 710 million is needed for the convention. The convention aims to promote reconciliation, forgiveness, love, repentance, hard work, and health among revivalists. “As we celebrate the upcoming event in Kigezi sub…
Chief Justice Alfonse Owiny-Dollo has described the late Supreme Court Justice Prof. George Wilson Kanyeihamba as a distinguished law professor and judge whose illustrious career profoundly shaped Uganda’s jurisprudence. Speaking to Bbeg Media at the High Court in Kampala during a special court session held to honour the memory of the retired supreme court justice,…
Isaac Musumba, a seasoned politician, has contested the results of the NRM primaries for Buzaya County, Kamuli, attributing his defeat to irregularities by the NRM Electoral Commission (EC) returning officer. Musumba, who served as Minister of State for Regional Cooperation, claimed the returning officer declared the results “upside down,” leading to the loss despite his…
On July 17, 2025, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) held its parliamentary primaries to select its flag bearer for the Kampala Woman MP seat in the 2026 general elections. The race was fierce, with candidates Amina Lukanga Nanziri, Shamim Nanfuma, Sofia Safina Kenyangi, and Namuli Joweria Zake vying for the position. What followed was a…
The Namutumba Woman MP, Mariam Naigaga has praised the NRM Electoral Commission for what she described as a successful and well-managed electoral process. Naigaga, incumbent, was declared the winner after securing 76,035 votes against competitors Catherine Kawandeke (1,184 votes), Betty Nakisita (64,497 votes), Aisha Esther Watongola (12,219 votes), and Brenda Bangi (3,511 votes). She urged…
Persis Namuganza, the minister of State for Urban Development, has announced her decision to run as an independent candidate for Bukono Constituency in the 2026 general elections, following allegations of widespread irregularities in the NRM primaries. Namuganza claims the NRM electoral process was marred by fraud, manipulation, and a lack of transparency, particularly in Kibaale…
Makerere University Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe has said that Prof. Livingstone Sserwadda Luboobi, one of his predecessors, was a great mentor, crediting him for significantly shaping his approach to university leadership. Speaking at St. Francis Chapel, Makerere, during the funeral service of the former vice chancellor, who passed away recently at Mulago Hospital, Nawangwe…
Prince Kassim Nakibinge, the titular leader of the Muslim faith in Uganda, has condemned the sale of clan land and assets by some clan leaders, warning that such actions could lead to poverty and erode Buganda’s cultural heritage. Speaking at a fundraising dinner for Kibuuka Omumbale, “the Warrior” of the Ndiga clan, at Hotel Africana…
The Democratic Party (DP) in Wakiso district is grappling with indecision over candidate selection for the 2026 elections, leading to confusion as the polls approach. According to Vincent Kayanja DePaul, the DP chairman in Wakiso, the party is struggling to limit candidates to one per constituency to avoid divisive primaries that could fracture the party….
Jenny Griffins, the deputy headteacher of Richard Lander School in Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom (UK), has reaffirmed her commitment to supporting vulnerable Ugandan children at their sister school, Molly and Paul Vocational High School on Bunjako Islands, and Molly and Paul Children’s Village in Kamuzinda. In an interview with Bbeg Media at Bulange, during a…
Gertrude Njuba, the Presidential Advisor on Land Matters, has emphasized that President Museveni must be succeeded by an experienced and tested leader to steer Uganda. Speaking to Bbeg Media at her home in Nangabo, Njuba cautioned the opposition, which is advocating for a peaceful transition. “I challenge the opposition calling for a peaceful transition of…
Flavia Nakafeero, the Deputy Secretary for Diaspora Affairs of the Democratic Front (DF), has officially joined the race for Wakiso District Woman MP in the 2026 general elections. Speaking to Bbeg Media at DF headquarters in Mengo, Nakafeero outlined her commitment to prioritizing service delivery through effective legislation. Nakafeero said her campaign focuses on addressing…
Fred Nyanzi Ssentamu, the Secretary for External Affairs for the National Unity Platform (NUP), has publicly addressed criticisms from within his party, admitting to deliberately avoiding media engagement despite accusations of corruption and indiscipline. Speaking to Bbeg Media outside NUP headquarters in Kavule, Kampala yesterday, Nyanzi, the elder brother of NUP president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu,…
Habib Buwembo, the Head of Mobilisation at the National Unity Platform (NUP), has firmly defended his decision not to contest for any parliamentary position in the 2026 general elections. He told Bbeg Media in an interview that his choice stems from being relatively new to NUP and not holding a position on the National Executive…
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are the leading cause of infertility in women, Aidah Nassolo, the lead consultant at Wandegeya Imaging Centre in Uganda has told Bbeg Media. She said STDs such as chlamydia and gonorrhea can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which may cause tubal factor infertility (TFI) by scarring or blocking the fallopian…
Mohammed Kateregga, the Secretary General of the Justice Forum (JEEMA) and former Bukomansimbi district Chairperson, has criticized opposition legislators for the ongoing funding stalemate affecting political parties within the Inter-Party Organisation for Dialogue (IPOD). In an interview with Bbeg Media, Kateregga threatened legal action over the current law on political party funding within IPOD. “I…
The Senior Presidential Advisor on Land Matters, Gertrude Nanyunja Njuba, has said the NRM historical figures need to meet to discuss the direction the country should take post-President Museveni. Speaking to Bbeg Media at her home in Nangabo, Wakiso District, Njuba stressed that such a meeting would enable historicals to better understand the government’s stance…
Florence Namaganda, founder of the Special Children’s Trust, has urged the government to amend public service delivery programs to better support children with disabilities. Speaking at the 10th Awareness and Fun Day for disabled children at Lugogo Indoor Stadium in Kampala, she decried the high costs of imported facilities and equipment, such as wheelchairs, due…
DFCU Bank yesterday announced a profit after tax of Shs 72.1 billion for the financial year 2023/2024, turning a crucial corner as it recovers from the economic shocks of Covid-19. Speaking at the 60th Annual General Meeting held at Hotel Africana in Kampala, Jimmy Mugerwa, DFCU’s board cahirman reassured shareholders of the bank’s commitment to…
Dr. Michael Lulume Bayiga, the Buikwe South MP, has outlined reasons why he left the Democratic Party (DP) for the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF). Speaking to Bbeg Media, Bayiga, who balances his medical practice with a political career, said he left the DP because the party, once built on democratic principles of truth, justice, constitutionalism,…
Charles Peter Mayiga, the Katikkiro of Buganda Kingdom, has praised Rotarians for their competence-based leadership, which has delivered impactful results despite limited resources. Speaking to Bbeg Media at Bulange Mengo while receiving a delegation of Rotary District 9213, led by their new governor, Geofrey Martin Kitakule, Mayiga highlighted the Rotarians’ ability to select qualified leaders…
Leaders from the Alliance for National Transformation, Conservative Party (CP), People’s Democratic Party (PDP), and National Economic Empowerment Dialogue (NEED) have urged the opposition to unite ahead of the 2026 elections. They made the call at the first national convention of the newly registered People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) party at Katonga Road. The leaders,…
Dr. Kizza Besigye, one of the founders of the newly registered People’s Front for Freedom (PFF), has accused the government of constitutional abuses leading to youth unemployment and military interference in politics. Speaking from Luzira prison, where he has been incacerated for seven months, Besigye claimed that a few individuals and institutions, including private entities…
Sanjay Tanna, the former Tororo Municipality MP and a prominent businessman, has attributed Uganda’s limited investment opportunities to insufficient support for the Entrepreneurs League within the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party. In an exclusive interview with Bbeg Media in Kampala, Tanna emphasized that Uganda could have seen significant growth in business opportunities if the Entrepreneurs…
Patricia Nanteza, Africa Coordinator for We Planet Africa, has urged Ugandans and Africans to adopt liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) as a cleaner alternative to traditional energy sources like firewood. Speaking at the launch of the “Stop Cooking” campaign at Hotel Triangle in Kampala, Nanteza highlighted the environmental and health benefits of reducing reliance on firewood,…
Gertrude Njuba, the Senior Presidential Advisor and State House Director on Land Matters, has warned that rampant land grabbing across Uganda could lead to civil war if not addressed urgently. Speaking to Bbeg Media at her home in Nangabo, Njuba emphasized that land disputes remain a top challenge for citizens, requiring immediate action. “As a…
Nowomugisha Sedrack Nzaire, brother to President Museveni, has been nominated to contest for the Vice Chairperson position for the Western Region on the party’s Central Executive Committee (CEC). Dressed in an NRM cap and yellow shirt, Nzaire, accompanied by his supporters, urged party delegates to back his candidacy. He emphasized his commitment to strengthening party…
Maj Gen Jim Katugugu Muhwezi, the minister for Security, was yesterday nominated for the position of chairperson of the Veterans League on the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Central Executive Committee (CEC). Dressed in an NRM party T-shirt and visibly enthusiastic, Muhwezi appealed for the full support of party veterans to continue advocating for their welfare…
Former vice presidents Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi and Prof Gilbert Bukenya yesterday formally endorsed minister Haruna Kasolo’s bid to become the vice chairperson for the Central Region (Buganda) in the National Resistance Movement (NRM). The two big shots accompanied Kasolo for his nomination at the NRM electoral commission offices and spoke glowingly of the minister of…
Yesterday, Gen Mugisha Muntu, president of the Alliance for National Transformation (ANT), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) at Hotel Africana in Kampala, marking a significant step toward opposition unity in Uganda. The agreement, signed by Alice Alaso on behalf of ANT and Erias Lukwago on behalf of…
Mathias Mpuuga, the president of the Democratic Front (DF), has called on party supporters to actively contest for various political positions without fear, emphasizing that no roles are reserved for specific individuals. Speaking at the DF offices in Mengo, Kampala, Mpuuga urged members to seize the opportunity to strengthen the party by vying for leadership…
At least fifteen individuals alleged to be supporters of the NRM were yesterday charged with theft and assault at the Law Development Centre Court. They allegedly committed the offences on the day President Museveni was nominated as the NRM flagbearer for the 2026 presidential election and as chairman of the ruling party. The accused were…
Michael Kabaziguruka, the chairperson of the electoral body of the Katonga-based People’s Front for Freedom (PFF), has criticized opposition parties for prioritizing political positions in the 2026 elections over strategizing to defeat President Museveni. Speaking to Bbeg Media at PFF’s Katonga Road offices in Kampala, Kabaziguruka urged opposition groups to focus on ending Museveni’s “dictatorship”…
President Museveni continues to command unwavering support among NRM loyalists, nearly 40 years since he shot his way into power. Museveni’s rise to power in 1986, after defeating the Obote government, marked a turning point for Uganda. NRM supporters credit him with restoring peace and security, creating an environment conducive to business and economic growth….
President Museveni yesterday picked party nomination forms, confirming his intent to run foir the seventh presidential term nad his determination to tighten his grip on the NRM. Amidst cheering and fanfare, the president arrived at the party electoral commission headquarters in Kyadondo at 1:30 PM. Accompanied by First Lady Janet Museveni, the president was welcomed…
Isaac Kayonde, an independent financial advisor, has announced his candidacy to challenge the incumbent Gomba West MP, Robinah Gureme Rwakoojo, in the 2026 parliamentary elections. Speaking to Bbeg Media, Kayonde expressed his determination to address critical issues in Gomba West, including youth unemployment, effective monitoring and evaluation of the Parish Development Model (PDM) and Operation…
Dr. Mary Goretti Nakabugo, executive Director of UWEZO, a learning assessment civil society organization, has urged Muteesa I Royal University to integrate non-academic skills into its curriculum. Speaking to journalists at the launch of the university’s first strategic plan (2025–2030) at Mengo, Nakabugo emphasized the plan’s theme: Empowering Learners, Nurturing Competence, and Ethical Character. “UWEZO…
The People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) launched its membership card and opened candidate nominations marking significant steps toward the 2026 elections. Speaking to the press, PFF Electoral Commission chairperson Michael Kabaziguruka criticized President Museveni for undermining the rule of law, particularly citing the detention of PFF leader Rtd. Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye without cause. Kabaziguruka…
John Robert Turyakira, executive director of the African Green Health Network, has urged Parliament to support the lifting of a ban on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imposed by Western countries. Turyakira, an environmental human rights defender, emphasized that developing countries bear the brunt of greenhouse gas emissions, primarily caused by the West. He made these…
Maria Nassali Masereka, the Democratic Party candidate for Wakiso Woman MP, has committed to tabling a bill to financially support churches and their development projects if elected in 2026. Speaking to Bbeg Media after a Sunday service at St. James Church of Uganda in Bwebajja along Entebbe Road, Nassali highlighted the church’s contributions to national…
Salim Uhuru, the incumbent mayor of Kampala Central, has called on his rivals to join him in addressing service delivery challenges affecting residents of the Central division. Speaking to Bbeg Media after the NRM declared unopposed for the seat he holds, Uhuru emphasized unity and hard work. “In the name of Almighty Allah, I extend…
Veteran journalist turned politician, Simon Muyanga Lutaaya, has defended his close ties with the Bukedea Woman MP and Parliamentary Speaker Annet Anita Among, warning critics against attacking him over their relationship. Speaking to Bbeg Media in Kampala, Lutaaya emphasized that his bond with Among, rooted in their shared history in the Forum for Democratic Change…
Wakiso district’s outgoing chairman, Matia Lwanga Bwanika, has criticized the central government for neglecting service delivery at the local government level. Speaking to Bbeg Media after being nominated as a parliamentary aspirant for Busiro South by the National Unity Platform (NUP), Bwanika highlighted the challenges local governments face in implementing public service programs due to…
