Uganda elections 2026 Stories

Uganda signals possible social media shutdown ahead of 2026 polls
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 06, 2025

As Uganda heads toward its 2026 elections, the prospect of restricting online platforms highlights growing fears over political stability, freedom of...

MPs push progressive mental health reform, dropping jail terms for suicide survivors
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 06, 2025

Parliament’s Justice Committee has backed a bill to scrap Kenya’s law criminalising suicide attempts, urging a shift to health-based care and stronger...

World Cup 2026 draw sets stage for heavyweight clashes, classic rivalries
Erick Kariuki  |  Dec 06, 2025

The 2026 World Cup draw in Washington set heavyweight clashes, including England-Croatia and Brazil-Scotland, outlined host paths for USA, Canada and...

Kenya becomes first country to seal direct health funding pact with US
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 05, 2025

Kenya and the US have signed a $1.6 billion Health Cooperation Framework, directing funds to Kenyan state health institutions to bolster universal cov...

Kenya needs 58,590 more teachers for 2026 senior school transition - TSC
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 04, 2025

Kenya’s TSC projects a shortage of 58,590 teachers for Grade 10 in 2026, with STEM and specialised subjects hardest hit, as over one million learners...

EAC and AGRA rally young entrepreneurs to transform regional food systems
Alfred Onyango  |  Dec 03, 2025

East African leaders, investors and youth met in Nairobi to back agrifood innovation, as EAC and AGRA use EAYASE-25 to expand finance, markets and pol...

NGEC backs Interior Ministry ban on mediation, informal settlements in SGBV cases
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 03, 2025

Kenya’s Gender Commission has backed the Interior Ministry’s ban on mediating or withdrawing sexual and gender-based violence cases, citing rising def...

Kenya’s Junior Stars miss out on U17 AFCON after 3-0 defeat to Ethiopia
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Dec 02, 2025

The loss in the CECAFA Zonal qualification playoff ended the team’s hopes of claiming the region’s last available slot for the tournament.

Draw for historic 48-team FIFA World Cup set for Friday
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Dec 02, 2025

The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw takes place Friday, December 5 in Washington, setting groups and opening fixtures for the first 48‑team tournament across...

Tough decisions stabilised the economy, saved Kenya from shame – Ruto
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 02, 2025

President Ruto says scrapping subsidies and delaying some debt payments were painful but necessary steps to stabilise Kenya’s economy and avoid a sove...

WHO confirms end of DR Congo’s 16th Ebola outbreak after final patient recovers
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Dec 02, 2025

The DRC has declared its 16th Ebola outbreak over in Kasai Province after 42 days without new cases, as WHO confirms 64 infections, 45 deaths and cont...

Tanzania dashes Harambee Stars’ hopes in thrilling U-17 AFCON semi-final
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 30, 2025

The match at Abebe Bikila Stadium began dramatically when Kenya won a penalty just ten minutes in, following a challenge by Tanzanian goalkeeper Haji...

16 days of activism: Strengthening protection against gender-based violence
Charity Pancras  |  Nov 30, 2025

Empowering women through education, financial independence, and supportive environments helps prevent violence.

Uganda: One dead, several injured in Iganga campaign violence
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 29, 2025

Several individuals linked to the violence have been arrested and are now in police custody, as the Uganda Police Force continues to investigate the i...

Iran boycotts 2026 World Cup draw after US denies visas to delegation
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 28, 2025

Amir added that the decision followed what Iran described as "unsportsmanlike actions" by US authorities relating to the December 5 draw in Washington...

Harambee Starlets fall 2–1 to Algeria in WAFCON warm-up friendly
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 26, 2025

Despite the defeat, Kenya showed encouraging signs ahead of their return to the continental stage at WAFCON 2026.

Cristiano Ronaldo cleared for 2026 World Cup opener despite three-match ban
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 26, 2025

Ronaldo, 40, was sent off in Portugal’s penultimate World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland on November 13 for swinging an elbow at defend...

16 days global campaign spotlights growing threat of gender-based violence
Charity Pancras  |  Nov 25, 2025

Gender-based violence (GBV) remains a serious human rights and public health issue.

Maasai community leads change as elders endorse fight against FGM and early marriage
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 25, 2025

Speaking at the event, which also marked the rollout of the My Dear Daughter campaign, First Lady Rachel Ruto described the elders’ stand as a histori...

UN warns AI, anonymity fuel violence against women online
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 22, 2025

Among those affected are women in leadership, business, and politics who face deepfakes, coordinated harassment, and gendered disinformation designed...

Haiti, Panama and Curaçao seal historic World Cup spots
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 19, 2025

Haiti’s qualification marks one of the standout stories of the campaign, but it was only the beginning of a night filled with history across the Carib...

US launches FIFA PASS to expedite World Cup 2026 visa interviews
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 18, 2025

With FIFA PASS, organisers and US authorities aim to provide a smoother travel experience for fans, ensuring that the 2026 World Cup is accessible, sa...

24 referees selected for U-17 AFCON zonal qualifiers in Ethiopia
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 13, 2025

Ali Ahmed, CECAFA’s Head of Refereeing, said the officials were carefully chosen from across the region following a thorough selection and preparation...

Full competition lineup unveiled for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 13, 2025

The Games will open on Friday, July 14 and close on Sunday, July 30, making them the largest in Olympic history, with 36 sports across 51 disciplines...

Cristiano Ronaldo hints 2026 will be his last World Cup
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 12, 2025

Should Portugal qualify, the 2026 World Cup will be Ronaldo’s last stage, one final pursuit of the only trophy he has never lifted.

FIFA introduces Sh2.6 billion fund for players struggling with unpaid salaries
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 10, 2025

The new FIFA Fund for Professional Players aims to protect footballers from unpaid wages, improve working conditions, and provide a platform for playe...

Kenya’s Junior Stars set for tough competition as Uganda hosts U17 CECAFA qualifiers
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 10, 2025

Uganda steps in to host the U17 CECAFA Qualifiers, with Kenya’s Junior Stars drawn in a tough Group A alongside Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, and Rw...

Harambee Starlets tactician Odemba scoops SJAK Coach of the Month after WAFCON qualification
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 06, 2025

Odemba guided the Harambee Starlets to a historic second qualification for the 2026 Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.

Nairobi United drawn with Wydad Casablanca in historic CAF Confederation Cup group stage
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 03, 2025

Nairobi United become the first Kenyan club to reach the CAF Confederation Cup group stage, drawn alongside Wydad Casablanca, Azam FC, and AS Maniema...

Powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake kills at least 20 in northern Afghanistan
DW News  |  Nov 03, 2025

At least 20 people have been killed and more than 300 injured after a powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck near Mazar-i-Sharif, damaging homes and...

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