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President Museveni's 1990 open-air address to large crowds from a vehicle and a later image showing him inside a glass-enclosed armored structure on a truck surrounded by security during a public event.
Yoweri Museveni has led Uganda since 1986 and was sworn in for a seventh term in May 2026 after January elections, marking over 40 years in power and drawing repeated criticism for extending his rule beyond early statements against leaders overstaying.
The bulletproof vehicle use during gatherings reflects documented security measures amid political tensions, opposition challenges, and mixed public views on long-term governance in Uganda.

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"I visited my sister Martha Karua following her unlawful detention and subsequent deportation by Ugandan authorities together with my fellow leaders Hon JB Muturi, CJ Emeritus David Maraga, Hon Eugene Wamalwa, among other leaders.

What transpired is deeply troubling and sets a dangerous precedent for our region. The arbitrary denial of entry to a respected leader and Senior Counsel is not only an affront to her dignity, but also a direct violation of the principles that underpin the East African Community, including free movement, mutual respect, and democratic engagement.

We must not allow the continued shrinking of democratic space within our region to become the norm. Today it is Martha Karua, tomorrow it could be any voice that dares to stand for justice, accountability, and the rule of law.

I strongly condemn this act of political intolerance and call upon all citizens and residents of our region to stand up firmly for the rule of law, defend democratic space, and reject any actions that undermine our shared freedoms and unity as East Africans.

We stand in full solidarity with Martha Karua and with all those who continue to champion a just, open, and democratic East Africa." Kalonzo Musyoka

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An official press release from Uganda's @Electoral Commission dated June 22, 2026, announcing the timetable for Village (LC I) and Parish (LC II) elections.
The schedule details recruitment of officials starting June 25, voter register compilation July 6-10, candidate nominations July 15-19, and LC I polling on July 28, 2026.
LC II activities include nominations in early August with polling set for August 10 to elect chairpersons at Uganda's lowest administrative units.

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Ugandans are seeking justice for former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago.

@EriasLukwago_ , a prominent opposition lawyer and politician who lost his mayoral seat in early 2026, was recently arrested, charged with misprision of treason for allegedly knowing about unreported opposition plots between 2021 and 2024, and remanded in custody with bail proceedings ongoing as of June 22, 2026.

This reflects growing public and legal concerns over his arrest circumstances, health, and due process, amid calls from supporters and groups like the Uganda Law Society for his release.

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The activist and @HEBobiwine photographer @NinyeTabz
(Andrew Natumanya) was allegedly taken by @KagutaMuseveni 's men from an Entebbe safe house, moved to CMI under officer Ddamulira, then to CPS Kampala.

The attached 18-second video shows a man presumed to be Ninye Tabz seated in a vehicle with hands restrained, originally from a TikTok post by the same account.

This amid recent @NUP-linked abductions from Kamwokya, it amplifies calls via hashtags to end such incidents and end 45 years of Museveni rule.

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https://t.co/4VZGs2ZMtx Chief Magistrate deferred the bail ruling for former Kampala Lord Mayor @EriasLukwago_ on misprision of treason charges, stating it will be delivered electronically within 24 hours.

Lukwago, a prominent opposition politician and lawyer representing Kizza Besigye, was charged after his recent arrest linked to alleged knowledge of treason plots from 2021-2024 and tensions with army chief @mkainerugaba .

The video attached shows a crowded, chaotic courtroom scene with media, lawyers, and supporters, aligning with court explanations for the delay and further remand to Luzira Prison until June 30 mention.

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Veteran journalist and political commentator @AndrewMwenda has claimed that Kampala Lord Mayor @EriasLukwago_ could regain his freedom on Monday after Gen @mkainerugaba reportedly decided not to oppose his bail application.

Mwenda revealed this during a conversation at Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary on Saturday, where guests had gathered to commemorate the late Rajiv Ruparelia through the adoption and naming of a chimpanzee in his honour.

Mwenda claimed how he had personally spoke with the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba and pleaded to release the sickly former mayor, all available information now indicates that authorities would not object to Lukwago’s anticipated bail application.

Lukwago was picked up at his home by security working on orders from Gen Muhoozi saying he refused to alert security that Col @Besigye was trying to overthrow the government.

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Kenyan High Court Judge Patricia Nyaundi ruled Health Secretary Aden Duale in contempt for defying orders to halt construction of a US-funded Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base near Nanyuki, with sentencing set for June 23, 2026.
The 50-bed facility was planned for US nationals exposed to Ebola outbreaks in the DRC and Uganda; Kenya has no domestic cases, but the secretive deal sparked protests, medical union opposition, and lawsuits citing biosecurity risks, lack of public input, and sovereignty concerns.
Court orders from May 2026 barred any facilitation of the foreign-linked isolation center, highlighting tensions between Kenya's executive health preparedness efforts and judicial requirements for transparency and constitutional compliance.

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https://t.co/vhJcgD4ZRS A video of @EriasLukwago_ 's mother crying and covering her face as she is supported and escorted by a crowd outside Makindye Court in Uganda, with media filming the scene.

Lukwago, a former Kampala Lord Mayor and opposition lawyer, was charged with misprision of treason for allegedly knowing about but not reporting plots from 2021-2024; his recent bail ruling was deferred on June 22, 2026.

The highlights the emotional strain on family members during high-profile court proceedings involving Ugandan opposition politicians.

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Kenyan Senior Counsel @MarthaKarua was denied entry at Uganda's Entebbe Airport despite arriving to lead the defense team for jailed Kampala lawyer @EriasLukwago_ and opposition figure Dr. @kizzabesigye1 .

Security officials blocked Karua over national security concerns tied to her political profile and the sensitive treason cases, while allowing other Kenyan lawyers like Charles Kanjama SC to enter; Lukwago's bail hearing involves claims of torture causing severe health decline including a dislocated spinal disc.

The event has sparked regional backlash from Ugandan and Kenyan lawyers, with criticism over restricted access to legal counsel and potential strains on East African Community cooperation regarding justice and sovereignty.

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Erias Lukwago, former Kampala Lord Mayor and @PFF leader, appearing at Makindye Chief Magistrate's Court for a bail hearing after being charged with misprision of treason related to an alleged plot involving @kizzabesigye1 .
The video shows a packed courtroom filled with media, supporters, and security, capturing the tense atmosphere as people film and crowd near entrances during proceedings.
@EriasLukwago_ was remanded on June 17, 2026, with the June 22 hearing focusing on his bail application, which prosecutors opposed citing the charge's severity while his team emphasized health concerns.

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A live court update from Makindye Magistrate's Court on the bail ruling for @EriasLukwago_ , charged with misprision of treason linked to an alleged plot involving @kizzabesigye1 .

The 11-second video shows Lukwago in an orange shirt and red restraints, standing with hands clasped near his face during proceedings, reflecting his recent remand to Luzira Prison since June 17, 2026.

Lukwago's legal team cited health issues and fixed residence for bail, while the case underscores ongoing Uganda opposition-government tensions, with supporters praying for release amid heavy security and restricted access for some lawyers.