Mercy Kanyesigye - Former Youth Candidate Petitions Museveni Over Election

[Nile Post] Mercy Kanyesigye, a former independent canddiate for the National Female Youth Member of Parliament for the 2026-2031 term, has petitioned President Museveni seeking his guidance and intervention in the election.

Java House Uganda Expands Beverage Portfolio With New Products

[Nile Post] Java House, East Africa's leading coffee-led restaurant brand has expanded its beverage portfolio by introducing new products onto the Ugandan market.

LC3 Candidates Make Final Preparations As Polls Near

[Nile Post] With only hours remaining before the election of LC3 chairpersons and councillors, candidates in different parts of the country are making final preparations ahead of a decisive vote that will determine the composition of local councils.

African Courts Urged to Adopt Alternative Dispute Resolution

[Nile Post] The Chief Justice of Zambia, Mumba Malila, has urged African judiciaries to institutionalise Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and prioritise judicial wellness as a key reform to tackle case backlogs and improve the quality of justice.

Police Urge Men Facing Domestic Violence to Speak Out

[Nile Post] Men experiencing domestic violence are being urged to report their cases to police, with authorities dismissing the perception that only women are listened to or protected.

Polls Cancelled Due to Candidates Passing in Kitgum

Fact-Check - Viral Video Claiming Ugandan Health Minister Announced Nipah Virus in Kasese Is False

[Nile Post] A video circulating on TikTok claims to show Uganda's Minister of Health, Dr Jane Ruth Aceng, announcing an outbreak of the Nipah virus in Kasese District. The claim is misleading.

Museveni Hosts AU-EAC-SADC Panel On DR Congo Peace Process

[Nile Post] President Museveni on Tuesday met leaders of the African Union-East African Community-Southern African Development Community (AU-EAC-SADC) panel of facilitators tasked with supporting the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) peace process, as regional leaders intensify efforts to resolve the long-running conflict in eastern Congo.

Disability MPs Elections - Joyce Can, Mpindi Bumali Lead As Minister Asamo Loses Seat

[Nile Post] The elections for Members of Parliament representing persons with disabilities have concluded, with Joyce Acan Okeny emerging as the top candidate, securing 602 votes.

Gen Muhoozi Orders Crackdown On Immigration Officers Over ID Denials for Banyarwanda

[Nile Post] The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has ordered the immediate removal of immigration officers accused of obstructing Ugandan citizens of Banyarwanda origin from obtaining national identity cards, igniting widespread public discussion and reactions on social media.

Gen Muhoozi Rebukes U.S. Senator Over 'Demeaning' Remarks On Uganda

[Nile Post] The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has issued a firm public rebuke to U.S. Senator Jim Risch, rejecting what he described as demeaning and degrading language directed at Uganda and its military leadership.

Museveni Lines Up Six Witnesses to Defend 2026 Election Victory in Court

[Nile Post] President Museveni has lined up six witnesses who will defend his 2026 election victory in the Supreme Court.

Spice Diana urges songwriters to be professional

Ugandan songstress Spice Diana has weighed in on the ongoing dispute between songwriter Sheena Skies and DJ Roja, urging creatives to embrace professionalism and clearly separate business from friendship. The debate erupted following a recent interview in which Sheena revealed that she was the songwriter behind More Of This, the hit collaboration by Rema Namakula, The post Spice Diana urges songwriters to be professional first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Are we about to witness Uganda's first duo comedy battle?

The Ugandan comedy scene could be heading for its most explosive showdown yet, as two powerhouse duos Madrat and Chico and Maulana and Reign begin flexing their creative muscles. For years, Maulana and Reign have sat comfortably at the top of the comedy chain, blending skits, music, and razor-sharp satire to build a loyal following. The post Are we about to witness Uganda's first duo comedy battle? first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Ragga Dee returns to the spotlight as UFMI Board Chairman

Dan Kazibwe, popularly known as Ragga Dee, may have taken a step back from Uganda's movie scene, but his influence in the creative industry remains unmistakable. The veteran artist has been entrusted with a new leadership role after being sworn in as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Uganda Federation of Movie Industry The post Ragga Dee returns to the spotlight as UFMI Board Chairman first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

I am being encouraged to run for Speaker of Parliament — Norbert Mao

Justice and Constitutional Affairs Minister Norbert Mao has said he is increasingly being encouraged to contest for the position of Speaker of Parliament, but insists he has not yet formally declared his intentions. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Mao said reports suggesting he had already entered the race were inaccurate. He noted that The post I am being encouraged to run for Speaker of Parliament — Norbert Mao first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Muhoozi Brands Baryomunsi a Traitor, Says He Will Never Be Minister Again

[Nile Post] The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has launched a scathing attack on the Minister of Information, Communications Technology and National Guidance, Dr Chris Baryomunsi, branding him a "traitor" and declaring that he will never again serve as a minister.

Not All Elections Are Perfect, but This One Was Worse, Says Mulyanyama

[Nile Post] The newly elected Member of Parliament for Makindye East and Mayor of Makindye Division, Ali Kasirye Nganda, popularly known as Mulyanyama, has raised concerns over the conduct of the recently concluded local government elections, describing them as significantly more flawed than previous polls.

More properties owned by the late billionaire Aponye face sale as creditors move to recover unpaid loans

Several properties linked to the estate of the late businessman Apollo Nyegamehe, popularly known as Aponye, are facing possible sale nearly three years after his death as creditors move to recover unpaid loans. In a public notice published in the Daily Monitor on Tuesday, 3 February 2026, law firm AF Mpanga gave the estate 30 The post More properties owned by the late billionaire Aponye face sale as creditors move to recover unpaid loans first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Rafters swing between extremes on Waterfalls Men's Elite T20 opening day

Bujjagali Rafters endured a day of sharp contrasts on the opening day of the Waterfalls Men's Elite T20 tournament, registering both the highest and lowest team totals of the competition at Lugogo Cricket Oval. The Rafters were imperious in the morning, crushing Itanda Kayakers by 113 runs after posting a formidable 221/3. However, their dominance