Dr. Besigye additionally raised concerns over public remarks made by President Yoweri Museveni regarding their trial. https://youtu.be/-3hZaD757dk The High Court Criminal Division has directed the Registrar of the High Court to provide Dr. Col. Kizza Besigye and Hajj Obedi Lutale with a list of state brief lawyers from which they will choose legal representation in […]
Human rights advocates and opposition supporters have expressed concern over what they describe as increasing pressure on members of the legal fraternity involved in politically sensitive cases. Kenyan lawyer and prominent opposition figure Martha Karua has today on Monday morning been denied entry into Uganda upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport and instructed by immigration […]
For now, Muhoozi’s latest statement underscores his belief that his rivalry with Lukwago and Besigye is part of a wider political battle that, in his view, is still unfolding. Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has stirred fresh political controversy after declaring that his long-running conflict with former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago […]
Byanyima revealed that she had received communication from Paul Ssemogerere, the Archbishop of Kampala Archdiocese informing her that President Yoweri Museveni had personally requested that the prayers be halted, citing ongoing investigations. In a dramatic display of faith and dissent, hundreds of opposition leaders and supporters have today, Monday February 23, 2026 gathered at St. […]
The postponed mass formed part of a week of prayer activities declared by the PFF to mark the anniversary of Besigye’s sustained detention and to amplify calls for adherence to the rule of law, respect for human rights, and peaceful political dialogue. What was meant to be a solemn afternoon of prayer at Rubaga Cathedral […]
According to Byanyima, Besigye is being held in solitary confinement—cut off from other inmates, barred from communal prayers, church services, and even simple recreational activities. The late afternoon sun cast long shadows across the quiet compound in Kasangati as journalists gathered outside the home of Winnie Byanyima. The mood was heavy, the air thick with […]
Dr. Lulume has questioned Museveni’s treatment of his former personal physician and fellow bush war fighter, asking how he could find peace while Besigye lay ill in detention. Dr. Michael Lulume Bayiga, the vice chairperson of the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF), has criticized President Museveni and his son Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba for keeping Dr. […]
NUP’s Kibalama Missing For 6 Years is Abroad, Says UPDF Spokesperson Kulayigye It has been confirmed by the Secretary General of the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) who is Kira Municipality MP, Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda, that the party is not fielding a presidential candidate for the 2026 general elections. Ssemujju confirmed that the PFF is […]
Dr. Kizza Besigye, a four-time presidential candidate and long-time critic of the government, remains on remand at Luzira Prison alongside Lutale, pending such unknown time when he will be tried with his co-accused. The High Court in Kampala has dismissed a bail application filed by former presidential candidate Col. (Rtd) Dr. Kizza Besigye and his […]
As of now, a cross section of politicians from many parties have expressed interest in running for Malende’s parliamentary seat. Some of them include; Zahara Luyirika, the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) speaker of NUP, Winfred Nankandi (NUP), Amina Nanziri Lukanga, former Resident City Commissioner for Kampala, expressed interest in the NRM party ticket. UPDF Soldier […]