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@allafrica Wed, 28 Jan 2026 03:44:22
Court Orders Vote Recount in Buweekula South Parliamentary Race
[Nile Post] The Mubende Magistrate's Court has ordered a vote recount for the Buweekula South Parliamentary elections following an application filed by the National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate, Dedan Mubangizi, challenging the declaration of Fred Tumwesigye, an Independent candidate, as the winner.
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@kfm Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:10:23
Rights activist Bireete granted bail
By Ruth Anderah KAMPALA: Human rights activist Sarah Bireete has been released on bail by the Buganda Road Chief Magistrate's Court. The Senior Principal Grade One Magistrate, Winnie Nankya Jatiko, has granted Bireete a cash bail of Shs 1m, while each of her sureties is ordered to execute a non-cash The post Rights activist Bireete granted bail first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:14:29
Electoral Commission conducts election of youth representatives to parliament
By Sulaina Nakidde The Electoral Commission today conducts election of Regional Youth Representatives to the 12th Parliament. According to the Electoral Commission Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama, the regional conference for Eastern Region is to be held at Islamic University in Uganda, Mable Campus. Speaking ahead of the exercise, Kamuli The post Electoral Commission conducts election of youth representatives to parliament first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:23:55
Hearing of Nandutu corruption case flops
[captionBy Ruth Anderah KAMPALA: The hearing of a corruption case against former state minister for Karamoja Affairs minister, Agnes Nandutu failed to resume on Wednesday morning due to the absence of the trial Judge. The case had been scheduled for final submissions before the Anti-Corruption Court. However, proceedings could The post Hearing of Nandutu corruption case flops first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@sqoop Wed, 28 Jan 2026 03:12:14
Inside the Uganda National Musicians Federation general meeting
The air in Mutundwe was heavy with purpose yesterday as artists from across the country converged for the annual Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF) general meeting, a gathering that went beyond routine procedure to become a moment of reflection, expectation, and renewed hope for the music industry. Presiding over the meeting, UNMF president Eddy Kenzo The post Inside the Uganda National Musicians Federation general meeting first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 28 Jan 2026 02:03:52
UWA wants Shs10 billion to purchase a helicopter to monitor national parks, rescue animals and transport veterinary doctors
The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has asked Parliament to approve Shs10 billion for the purchase of a helicopter to strengthen wildlife protection and emergency response in national parks. The request was revealed on Tuesday when UWA's Business Development Manager, Dorcus Rukundo Twesigomwe, appeared before Parliament's Committee on Tourism during discussions on the tourism sector's 2026/27 The post UWA wants Shs10 billion to purchase a helicopter to monitor national parks, rescue animals and transport veterinary doctors first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 28 Jan 2026 01:44:53
Swangz Creative Academy graduates over 100 young creatives in 4th Edition Ceremony
Swangz Creative Academy has graduated more than 100 young creatives at its 4th Edition Graduation Ceremony held at the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) Auditorium in Kololo, marking another milestone in efforts to professionalise Uganda's creative industry. The graduates completed intensive training programmes in video production, audio production, events management and digital marketing. The academy, The post Swangz Creative Academy graduates over 100 young creatives in 4th Edition Ceremony first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:06:55
NRM CEC endorses Anita Among, Tayebwa for second term as Speaker and Deputy Speaker
The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has officially backed Speaker Anita Annet Among and her deputy, Thomas Tayebwa, to retain their top positions in Parliament. The party's Central Executive Committee (CEC) made the decision during a meeting held on Tuesday at State House, Entebbe, giving Among the green light to continue as Speaker and endorsing The post NRM CEC endorses Anita Among, Tayebwa for second term as Speaker and Deputy Speaker first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 27 Jan 2026 23:41:17
Gov't Chief Whip Obua loses Ajuri seat again as UPC's Jalameso clinches re-election victory
Government Chief Whip Denis Hamson Obua has again failed to reclaim the Ajuri County parliamentary seat after losing a tightly contested re-election. According to results announced on Tuesday by the Alebtong District Returning Officer, Michael Olobo, Jalameso Fred of the Uganda People's Congress (UPC) emerged victorious with 16,336 votes. Obua, who stood on the National The post Gov't Chief Whip Obua loses Ajuri seat again as UPC's Jalameso clinches re-election victory first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 27 Jan 2026 23:15:25
Museveni to Inspect Biometric Voting As Low Turnout Marks Entebbe Local Government Polls
[Nile Post] President Museveni is expected to visit a polling station at Children's Park in Division A, Entebbe Municipality, Wakiso District, to assess the ongoing local government elections.
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@allafrica Tue, 27 Jan 2026 23:15:35
Court Orders Full Recount of Kalungu East Parliamentary Votes
[Nile Post] The Masaka Grade One Chief Magistrate's Court has ordered a full recount of votes for the Kalungu East parliamentary seat, following an application by former minister Vincent Bamulangaki Ssempijja, who is challenging the outcome of the recently concluded election.
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@allafrica Tue, 27 Jan 2026 23:15:36
Smooth Biometric Machines Performance in Wakiso Polls Raises Questions Among Voters
[Nile Post] The smooth operation of Biometric Voter Verification Kits (BVVKs) during Tuesday's local government elections in Wakiso District has sparked debate among voters, many of whom questioned why the same machines had previously malfunctioned during past presidential and parliamentary polls.
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@allafrica Tue, 27 Jan 2026 23:15:39
Singer Nina Rose Criticises Ugandan Feminists Over Silence On Alleged Abuse
[Nile Post] Renowned singer and former political aspirant Nina Kankunda, popularly known as Nina Rose, has criticised sections of Uganda's feminist movement, accusing them of selective activism and silence in the face of alleged state violence against women linked to opposition politics.
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@allafrica Tue, 27 Jan 2026 23:15:40
Uganda Maintains Over 90% Immunisation Coverage As Measles, Mpox Decline - Health Ministry
[Nile Post] Uganda's routine immunisation programme recorded strong performance in 2025, with coverage for most vaccines exceeding 90 percent, the Ministry of Health has said, even as the country responded to outbreaks of measles and Mpox during the year.
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@allafrica Tue, 27 Jan 2026 23:15:38
Winnie Byanyima Accuses Baryomunsi of Lying About Besigye's Health
[Nile Post] Winnie Byanyima, the wife of jailed veteran opposition leader Dr Kizza Besigye, has accused the government of misleading the public about her husband's health and conditions of detention, disputing assurances issued by the Minister of ICT and National Guidance, Dr Chris Baryomunsi.
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@allafrica Tue, 27 Jan 2026 22:44:21
Low Turnout, Smooth BVVK Operation in Ntungamo Municipality Elections
[Nile Post] Ntungamo Municipality recorded generally low voter turnout during elections for the municipality chairperson and division councillors, even as the use of Biometric Voter Verification Kits (BVVKs) helped deliver a peaceful, orderly and transparent voting process with no reported irregularities across polling stations.
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@allafrica Tue, 27 Jan 2026 22:44:22
40 Years of NRM - Between the 'Fundamental Change' and a Tightened Grip
[Nile Post] Uganda this week marked exactly four decades since the National Resistance Army (NRA) marched into Kampala, promising a "fundamental change" after years of instability.
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@allafrica Tue, 27 Jan 2026 22:44:22
Byanyima Rubbishes Baryomunsi's Allegations of Not Being Husband's Next of Kin
[Nile Post] Winnie Byanyima has publicly rebuked ICT Minister Chris Baryomunsi, calling him a "shameful liar" over claims that she is not listed as the next of kin of her husband, opposition leader Dr Kizza Besigye.
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@sportsOceanUganda Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:43:14
FORTEBET POWERS MBALE SOCCER TALENTS WITH BALLS
North Road Primary school and the kids around Mbale city will forever be grateful to ForteBet after receiving a great boost of soccer balls. The package was delivered by ForteBet team led by the brand ambassador, Alex Muhangi and John Nanyumba, the media manager, and received by the school's games and sports master, Ibrahim Jolly.
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@allafrica Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:09:29
Mubende Court Sets January 27 Hearing for Buwekula South Vote Recount Application
[Nile Post] The Mubende Magistrate Court has set January 27, 2026, to hear a vote recount application filed by National Resistance Movement candidate Dedan Mubangizi, challenging the declaration of Fred Tumwesigye, an Independent candidate, as the winner of the Buwekula South parliamentary seat.
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