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IEBC announces resumption of enhanced voter registration exercise in Ol-Kalou

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IEBC announces resumption of enhanced voter registration exercise in Ol-Kalou

The exercise will be conducted at County Assembly Ward level, allowing residents to access registration services within their respective electoral areas. Registration will also be available at the Ol-Kalou Constituency Office, Huduma Centres and institutions of higher learning located within the specified electoral areas.

By Bradley Bosire 15 Sep 2026

Presidential vote counting halted in Zambia over alleged attacks on polling staff

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Presidential vote counting halted in Zambia over alleged attacks on polling staff

The authority said the process would be halted nationwide with immediate effect as it expressed concern over reports of violence that had "resulted in the theft of marked ballot papers in ballot boxes".

By Samuel Otieno 14 Aug 2026

High Court dismisses bid to stop former leaders from holding public office

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High Court dismisses bid to stop former leaders from holding public office

Had the petition succeeded, a number of former governors who have already completed their two constitutional terms and are now serving in the Cabinet, the Senate and parastatals would have been forced out of office and permanently barred from returning to public service.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 21 Jul 2026

From 1986 to 2026: Museveni extends Uganda’s longest presidency

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From 1986 to 2026: Museveni extends Uganda’s longest presidency

His leadership journey began years earlier as commander of the National Resistance Army, which fought a prolonged guerrilla war against the government of Milton Obote and the regime that followed.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 17 Jan 2026

Seventh term for Museveni as Electoral Commission declares him winner of Uganda election

According to the Electoral Commission, the 80-year-old president maintained a strong advantage throughout the vote count, reinforcing his grip on power since first taking office in 1986.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 17 Jan 2026

Museveni takes early lead as Uganda releases preliminary presidential results

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Museveni takes early lead as Uganda releases preliminary presidential results

The timeline for announcing results is guided by Uganda’s 1995 constitution. Article 103(7) states that the Electoral Commission must determine, publish, and declare the presidential election results in writing under its seal within 48 hours of polling.

By David Abonyo 16 Jan 2026