Politics

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 …

In the quiet highlands of Bumasifa village, nestled in Sironko District, a determined young girl named Florence Nambozo Wamala began a journey fueled by faith, humility, and purpose. Raised in a modest Christian home, Florence’s early life was defined by hard work in her family’s garden, devotion at church, and joyful singing in the Buhugu Cathedral choir. It was here …

The failed economic growth in Bugisu sub region has been attributed to the recent trend in politics where electorates fall for candidates who hold expensive monetized campaigns. In Uganda, reports indicated that one needs between 800 million to 1 billion shillings to contest for a parliamentary position. Matthias Nabutele a former Minister of Umukuka under Inzu Iya Masaba and a …

To understand the new smart watched and other pro devices of recent focus, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement. Apple’s Watch records exercise, tracks our moves throughout the day, checks the amount of time we are stood up and reminds us to get up and move around if we have been sat for too long – …