Julius Mucunguzi, spokesperson for the Electoral Commission (EC), has urged presidential aspirants to strictly follow nomination guidelines as they prepare for the two-day nomination exercise starting tomorrow *September 23) at the commission’s new headquarters in Lweza. Speaking at a media briefing ahead of the presidential nominations, Mucunguzi said they expect presidential aspirants to comply with…
The National Unity Platform (NUP) yesterday vetted prominent party members from Bugisu and Greater Mubende regions, including parliamentary party whip John Baptist Nambeshe and Joyce Bagala for Mityana district Woman MP. The vetting process took place at NUP’s Kavule headquarters in Kampala, as the party prepares for the 2026 elections. Bbeg Media spoke with several…
President Museveni has commended members of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) in the Buganda region who, despite losing in the recent party primaries, have pledged to support the elected flag bearers. Addressing them at State House Entebbe, the president praised this decision as a sign of political maturity and commitment to party unity ahead of…
Former TV presenter, Joan Lule, has said the incumbent Mpigi Woman MP, Teddy Nambooze, has done little to address the challenges of the people in the district. Lule, who is seeking the National Unity Platform (NUP) ticket to represent Mpigi in the next parliament, told Bbeg Media she will do a much better job if…
The Electoral Commission (EC) has today officially opened its new permanent headquarters in Lweza, Lubowa, off Entebbe Road, where presidential nominations will take place on Tuesday next week. The site, developed by the National Housing and Construction Company (NHCC), has completed its first phase, enabling the EC to host the forthcoming nominations. Construction will resume…
Robert Kyagulanyi, the president of the National Unity Platform (NUP), yesterday said Norbert Mao, the minister of Justice and DP president, had betrayed the struggle for democracy and good governance. Addressing supporters ahead of his presidential nomination by the Electoral Commission on September 23, Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine expressed dismay at Mao’s recent remarks dismissing…
As a young lawyer striving to establish himself in the city, Joseph Balikuddembe Mutebi’s life was thrown into disarray when his father, Patrick Musisi, passed away in 2005. Musisi was no ordinary figure. He was the MP for Busiro South and a staunch supporter of the Democratic Party (DP). His legacy needed to be upheld….
Several politicians vying for the National Unity Platform (NUP) flag at the parliamentary level have expressed confidence that the party will emerge victorious in the 2026 elections. Speaking to Bbeg Media during the party’s vetting exercise at Kavule yesterday, the aspirants said they were committed to bringing change in their constituencies and the country. Some…
Ronald Balimwezo Nsubuga, the National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate for the Kampala Lord Mayor seat, has urged Kampala residents to avoid voting for ineffective legislators in the 2026 elections, warning that such choices could hinder efforts to lobby for service delivery programmes and effective budgeting. Balimwezo, the outgoing Nakawa East MP, shared these remarks in…
Jude Mbabaali, the National Unity Platform (NUP) parliamentary aspirant for Kimanya-Kabonera in Masaka City, has issued a stern warning to Dr Abed Bwanika, the Democratic Front’s treasurer and his political rival, over his persistent verbal attacks on NUP leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu. Mbabaali, a former Masaka district chairman, made these remarks during a recent interview…
They sat metres from each other and hardly exchanged any glances. They even did not shake hands. The race for the National Unity Platform (NUP) party ticket for the Kampala Woman MP seat in the 2026 elections is heating up. As the party vetted the aspirants for the position, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Speaker,…
The National Unity Platform (NUP) this week launched its vetting process for parliamentary candidates amid anxiety and uncertainity from the hundreds of candidates whose political life depends on winning the party flag. The exercise drew aspirants from Busiro East, Busiro South, Busiro North, Kyadondo East, Makindye Sabagabo, and the Woman MP position for Wakiso District….
The People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) announced today that it will not put forward its own candidate for the 2026 presidential elections. The decision comes as the country grapples with increasing political tensions. At a press briefing today, the PFF explained that this choice is part of a bigger effort to create a single, powerful…
In a significant move aimed at bolstering the integrity of the upcoming elections, the Electoral Commission (EC) has released official symbols for 27 registered political parties and a set of 20 symbols available for independent candidates. This development, mandated under the Political Parties and Organisations Act of 2005, aims to prevent voter confusion and ensure…
President Museveni already has 2.2 million ‘votes’ in the bag even before the first ballot is cast in the 2026 elections, according to the National Resistance Movement (NRM) officials. The number is based on the signatures (2.2 million) that the party submitted in support of its chairman to the Electoral Commission (EC) on September 12….
Juma Kigongo, the newly appointed Resident District Commissioner (RDC) for Kasangati, has issued a stern warning to landgrabbers, urging them to immediately stop their illegal activities or face legal consequences. A staunch supporter of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), Kigongo expressed gratitude for his reappointment. He noted that during his first 30 days in Kasangati,…
Former Kawempe North MP Latif Sebaggala has opened up on why he insisted to run as an independent for the Kawempe mayoral elections in 2026. Sebaggala was denied a ticket by the National Unity Platform (NUP) which settled for the incumbent, Emmanuel Sserunjogi. Speaking to Bbeg Media, Sebaggala claimed he took the decision after consulting…
Julius Mutebi Nsubuga, the incumbent mayor of Kira Municipality, has pledged to improve healthcare services for his constituents if elected for another term in 2026. “After being nominated to serve you again, I assure you that under my leadership, we have made significant strides in healthcare,” said Mutebi, who recently joined the People’s Front for…
Bishop Moses Banja of Namirembe Diocese has endorsed the directive from Electoral Commission (EC) chairperson, Simon Byabakama, urging churches to reject donations from politicians during this election period. During a press conference at Namirembe Cathedral, Banja said such contributions are often intended to influence voters. Bishop Banja’s statement follows Byabakama’s remarks to journalists this week,…
Salim Uhuru, the incumbent mayor of Kampala Central division, has been nominated to contest for a second term. Immediately after his nomination at the Electoral Commission (EC) offices in Kyebando along Mawanda Road, Uhuru pledged to consolidate his recent development achievements. These include securing additional funding to support schools and forging partnerships with development organisations…
Political leaders in the local government sphere are set for a pay rise beginning in the 2026/27 financial year following a directive by President Museveni. The Minister of Local Government, Raphael Magyezi, announced the development while presenting a statement before Parliament on Tuesday, 09 September 2025, in response to a petition by the Uganda Local…
Collins Tanga, whose victory as the NRM national youth chairperson was nullified recently has accused the party tribunal of lacking independence in its ruling against him. “I, Collins, believe it is not a crime to be the son of Dr. Tanga Odoi, the chairman of the NRM Electoral Commission. My father neither influenced my victory…
For over three decades, Northern Uganda was a fortress of opposition against the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). The scars of the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) conflict ran deep, turning elections into battlegrounds of resentment. Yet over the last three election cycles, the region has shifted, politically. Peace has washed away old grudges, and today,…
Patrick Mugisa, an independent candidate for Kampala Central mayor, has accused his opponent, Salim Uhuru of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), of prioritizing personal ambition over effective leadership. Speaking to Bbeg Media after his nomination at the Electoral Commission (EC) Central Division headquarters in Kyebando along Mawanda Road, Kampala, Mugisa expressed confidence in his campaign….
The chairperson of the Electoral Commission Justice Simon Byabakama has warned candidates against bribing voters saying this was against the electoral law. Addressing the media today, Byabakama said the EC is working with the Police to monitor and investigate any allegations of voter bribery. Byabakama said the nomination exercise for the various positions in the…
The Democratic Front (DF) has nominated Robert Mukiibi to contest as MP for Lubaga North in the upcoming 2026 elections. Mukiibi, a career teacher and banker with over 20 years of proven credibility at Centenary Bank, shared his vision with Bbeg Media at DF headquarters on Namirembe Hill in Kampala. “I am honoured to inform…
The government is taking bold steps to overhaul its communication strategy, aiming to close a longstanding gap between service delivery and public perception. Under the leadership of the Ministry of ICT & National Guidance, new reforms are set to revitalize how government communicates, ensuring Uganda’s progress is effectively shared and misinformation is curbed. Recent surveys…
Maria Nassali Masereka, the Democratic Party (DP) aspirant for Kyadondo East, has pledged to make effective use of the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) to benefit her constituents if elected. Speaking to Bbeg Media today, Nassali, a renowned human rights activist, emphasized her commitment to leveraging the fund for meaningful development projects in Kyadondo East. “I…
The High Court in Mbarara has dismissed a legal challenge against the Democratic Party (DP) by three party members who accused the party of holding illegal elections in Mbarara in May. In a ruling, Justice Allan Paul M. Nshimye threw out the application, citing multiple procedural errors by the challengers, including missed deadlines, unproven party…
Several aspirants of the National Unity Platform (NUP) in Nansana, Wakiso, have claimed the process of obtaining the party card to contest as flagbearers in next year’s elections was riddled with corruption. Most of these had expressed interest to stand for seats at the local government level but were not selected. The aspirants, led by…
Dr. Ezra Simon Yiga of the Democratic Front (DF) has officially announced his candidacy for the Gomba East parliamentary seat in the 2026 elections. He told Bbeg Media in an interview that his grassroots mobilization efforts significantly boost his chances of defeating the incumbent, Godfrey Ssaazi of the National Unity Platform (NUP). “I want to…
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) leadership in Buganda has initiated a campaign to reclaim the region through district-level mobilization strategies. Led by the newly appointed NRM vice chairman for Buganda, Haruna Kasolo, party leaders convened a meeting at Hotel Africana in Kampala to strategize and ensure President Museveni’s victory in the region in the 2026…
The Electoral Commission (EC) has issued a stern directive to nominated candidates for various local council positions, prohibiting them from campaigning before November 10, 2025, the officially designated start date for campaign activities. This announcement comes as part of the EC’s efforts to ensure a structured and fair electoral process in line with its general…
Ronald Balimwezo has been officially nominated as a candidate for the Kampala lord mayorship on the National Unity Platform (NUP) ticket. Balimwezo was nominated at the Electoral Commission (EC) offices in Ntinda. He will challenge the incumbent Lord Mayor, Erias Lukwago in what is anticipated to be a competitive election. Balimwezo outlined his vision for…
The Electoral Commission has nominated Beatrice Nambi Mao as a candidate for Kampala Lord Mayoral elections in 2026. Nambi is the wife of Norbert Mao, the minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs and she is carrying the flag of the Democratic Party (DP). She was accompanied by party officials. “I have been nominated to contest…
Norbert Mao, the minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, has announced that the government is developing a new law on biometric voter verification to address vote rigging and other electoral fraud challenges affecting the electoral processes. Speaking to Bbeg Media at the Democratic Party (DP) headquarters on Balintuma Road in Kampala, Mao emphasized the importance…
Walter Lubega Mukaaku, the chairman of the Democratic Front (DF), has warned political parties against the continued suppression and marginalization of experienced and capable leaders. Mukaaku made these remarks while addressing the media and DF supporters during a press conference at the party’s headquarters in Namirembe, Kampala. “We shall defend all sidelined and disgruntled able…
The Electoral Commission (EC) has issued a notice urging all individuals aspiring to contest in the 2026 local councils elections to familiarize themselves with the nomination requirements ahead of time. Simon Byabakama, the EC chairperson, said the nomination period for candidates is set for September 3 to September 24, 2025. Nominations will be conducted based…
The Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) has extended an invitation to members of the National Unity Platform (NUP) who were denied tickets to contest as flagbearers in the coming elections. Addressing journalists today, PLU Secretary General David Kabanda said the organization’s influence in Uganda’s political landscape had grown. He said the PLU is committed to…
President Museveni has dominated Uganda’s political scene for nearly four decades. This is not news. Here is what is: During this time, a pattern has emerged within the National Resistance Movement (NRM), a party that he leads and shepherds like a personal kiosk: prominent figures face humiliation, demotion, or even legal troubles, yet they rarely…
President Museveni has emphasized the importance of treating all members of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) equally, regardless of how long they have been in the party. In a statement addressed to Bazzukulu (grand childre), Museveni argued that old and new members must co-exist peacefully if the party wants to grow stronger and achieve bigger…
Collins Tanga, the newly elected chairman of the NRM Youth League and son to Dr Tanga Odoi, the party’s electoral commission chief, has refuted allegations that he rigged his way to victory. Tanga secured 1,567 votes to defeat his closest rival, Brenda Kiconco, who garnered 1,355 votes, with a margin of 212 votes. The election,…
For three days, I covered the NRM delegates conference at Kololo as a reporter for Bbeg Media. So many things have been written about the conference on social media. Some of them are true, others are not. Here are my key observations: Food was in abundance: I observed delegates enjoying an abundance of meals, with…
President Museveni has urged party leaders to reject corruption, division, and injustice to maintain the NRM’s unity and public trust. Museveni made the plea while closing the party’s delegates conference at Kololo Independence Ground. Freshly endorsed as the NRM flagbearer for the 2026 general elections, Museveni congratulated the delegates for completing a massive nationwide exercise…
Family ties are shaping Parliament. People who die in office are increasingly succeeded by close relatives — children, spouses or even siblings — and often with strong support from political parties and local communities. At least five members of the current Parliament have succeeded their relatives, and in previous Parliaments, multiple members did as well….
The National Unity Platform (NUP) launched its fundraising drive earlier this year to support its campaign efforts for the 2026 general elections in Uganda. However, concerns persist among analysts and party insiders about whether these funds will be used effectively to achieve their intended objectives. Notable contributions have already been made, with leaders like Shamim…
Dr. Abed Bwanika has been nominated to contest for the Kimanya-Kabonera MP seat by the Democratic Front for the 2026 elections. Addressing supporters at Patel Shamji Hotel in Masaka, Bwanika expressed confidence in his re-election, highlighting his legislative achievements, including presenting a private member’s bill and improving agriculture through initiatives like distributing coffee seedlings to…
Yesterday, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) delegates conference at Kololo Independence Grounds was marked by intense political developments, strategic victories, and surprising withdrawals, signaling shifts within the ruling party’s leadership ahead of the 2026 elections. One of the biggest victors was Jacqueline Mbabazi, wife of former Prime Minister John Patrick Amama Mbabazi, who was elected…
Three aspirants for the position of chairperson of NRM’s Entrepreneurs’ League have threatened to withdraw from the race, citing allegations of electoral malpractice by one of the contestants, businessman Hassan Basajjabalaba. Ceasor Augustus Mulenga, Philip Kakuru, and Sanjay Tanna, alleged that Basajjabalaba had recruited more than 2,000 non-delegates to vote for him, questioning their legitimacy….
President Museveni has urged the National Resistance Movement (NRM) delegates to lead efforts in combating corruption at the local government level and ensuring effective delivery of government services. Speaking at the NRM Special Interest Groups (SIGs) meeting at Kololo today, Museveni, as always, outlined Uganda’s economic progress, noting that the economy has grown from $3.9…
