Politics

By Our Staff Reporter The Electoral Commission of Uganda formally published the final results of the 2026 Presidential General Election in an Extraordinary Issue of the Uganda Gazette dated February 6, 2026. This official gazettement, issued under the Presidential Elections Act, Cap. 179, and specifically in line with Section 59(3), provides the legal confirmation of the election outcome originally declared …

Mbale City — History was made in Mbale City after voters elected a woman to the city’s top political office for the first time, signaling a new chapter in urban leadership and public confidence in inclusive governance. The newly elected mayor secured victory following a competitive race that attracted strong voter participation across the city divisions. Her win has been …

Mbale, Uganda The Umukuuka IV of the Bamasaba people, His Highness Mayatsa Joram Khamboson, has congratulated all successfully elected Members of Parliament from Masaabaland, while extending words of encouragement and reassurance to candidates who did not succeed in the recently concluded general elections. In a message issued on behalf of the Inzu ya Masaaba Cultural Institution and the entire Bamasaba …

Budadiri East has entered a new chapter following the election of Hon. Engineer Nakiyi Julius, CPA, as its Member of Parliament—a leader whose professional background and results-focused approach have inspired confidence across the constituency. Trained as both an engineer and a Certified Public Accountant, Hon. Nakiyi brings a rare blend of technical expertise and financial discipline to public service. This …

Mbale | January 17, 2026 The Umukuuka IV of the Bamasaaba people, His Highness Mayatsa Joram Khamboson, has congratulated all leaders who emerged victorious in the recently concluded parliamentary elections, urging them to serve with humility, integrity, and a strong commitment to unity and development. In an official communiqué issued by the Inzu Ya Masaaba Cultural Institution, the Umukuuka extended …

Kampala, Uganda — The Electoral Commission has reiterated guidelines on how citizens can safely and correctly participate in the voting process, emphasizing that choosing leaders at various elective positions is a fundamental human right guaranteed by the Constitution of Uganda. In a public awareness message ahead of polling day, voters have been encouraged to follow the established procedures to ensure …

Mbale Industrial City Division MP Hon. John Wekesa Wambogo has continued to strengthen his grassroots mobilization as he seeks to represent the people of Male Industrial City Division in Uganda’s 12th Parliament come 2026. In the past two days, Wambogo has taken his vote-solicitation drive deep into Namatala Market, engaging vendors, listening to their concerns, and presenting his development agenda. …

Mbale, Uganda – President Yoweri Museveni  launched his final manifesto for the 2025-2026 term in Mbale District, outlining an ambitious vision to propel Uganda toward high-middle-income status through peace, security, industrialization, and infrastructure development. Addressing thousands at a vibrant rally, the President emphasized the National Resistance Movement (NRM)’s “Kisanja Programme” as the blueprint for national transformation. “We must focus on …

In a major step forward in his political journey, Mr. Calvin Echodu has been officially nominated to contest for the position of NRM Vice Chairperson for Eastern Uganda. The announcement was made today by the Electoral Commission of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party. Mr. Echodu warmly welcomed the nomination, expressing deep appreciation for the outpouring of support he …

Bungokho South Constituency in Mbale District, located at the border of Tororo, Butaleja, and Manafwa districts, has become a political hotspot ahead of the 2026 general elections. Previously represented by Hon. Michael Kafabusa Werikhe since 1996, the constituency was split in 2020, giving rise to Bungokho Central. This division left each constituency with six sub-counties, aimed at improving political representation …