Ugandan president since 1986, long-time ruler and military figure.
The Electoral Commission has paused vote counting amid reports of violence and theft of ballot papers. Bishops warn that delays undermine election credibility, while the government and opposition accuse each other of irregularities. Official results are expected soon as observers monitor the process.
Uganda has approved troop deployment to the Gaza stabilization force; Burundi is eyeing participation, with talks ongoing. The push involves a planned 20,000-strong multinational operation led by the United States, while the African Union weighs its stance as contributing nations discuss numbers, funding, and guarantees for troops.
Security forces are conducting a coordinated rescue operation after mass abductions in Niger State. Reports indicate hundreds of victims and rising kidnap-for-ransom incidents; authorities vow to pursue those responsible.
The Tooro Kingdom’s Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV has died after receiving treatment in the United States. He ascended the throne at age three in 1995 and was the world’s youngest reigning monarch. A nine‑day official mourning period will begin on the arrival of his body at Karuziika Palace, with a royal heir expected to be announced in line with Tooro traditions.
Kenya has directed Tata Chemicals Magadi to leave Lake Magadi, citing lack of local jobs and value addition. Officials plan to bring in a new investor to build manufacturing facilities in Kajiado, including a glass factory and a chemical plant. Tata says it remains compliant and engaged as talks continue.
Lt Col Jonny Thompson, a popular equerry in the Royal Household, is leaving at year-end after seven years in service. He has commanded Balaklava Company, served in Iraq and Afghanistan, and has been senior equerry since 2022. Buckingham Palace thanks him for his support.
The Tooro Kingdom mourns King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who has died aged 34 in the US after cancer. The nine-day royal mourning is under way as the search for a successor continues amid public dispute and questions over an heir. The royal committee and elders are navigating succession customs while Ugandan authorities prepare for the burial.
The Tooro royal family is locked in a succession dispute after the death of King Oyo Nyimba, with conflicting claims over who should inherit the throne. A committee named Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma as successor, while Oyo’s mother and sister say a will designates a son as heir. The king’s burial is set for the weekend as tensions rise over legitimacy and royal authority.
The U.N. Security Council has extended the Darfur arms embargo for one month as negotiations continue on potential changes. The United States is pushing for a countrywide ban and tougher sanctions on arms flows and aid workers, while Russia and others push back. The conflict in Sudan has killed tens of thousands and displaced millions.
The Tooro kingdom in western Uganda has been without a settled monarch since King Oyo has died of cancer. Clan elders have named Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma, a television anchor, as the new king. The late king's immediate family — led by Queen Mother Best Kemigisa and Princess Ruth Komuntale — has said a 2022 will names an undisclosed young son as heir and has rejected the elders' choice, raising the prospect of court action and prolonged division.
Uganda’s push to expand local pharmaceutical production has shown progress, with procurement from local manufacturers rising to 64% in the 2025/26 year and investments surpassing $500 million. Authorities say policy reforms, expanding product lines and better off-take agreements are needed to sustain growth and shield the sector from global procurement swings.
Prince Edward Rukidi Nyabongo has been crowned as king of Tooro, Uganda, after a contested selection by the Babiito clan. The ceremony followed the death of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, whose heir remains publicly unconfirmed. Queen Best Kemigisa disputes the process, citing a will and an unrevealed heir. The coronation amplifies tensions within Tooro’s royal family and broader Ugandan society.
Six people, including Wicknell Chivayo and his wife, have died when their helicopter crashed near Harare while returning from Gandami. President Mnangagwa has offered condolences and praised their philanthropic work. Investigations continue into the cause of the crash.
Prince Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I has been installed as Omukama of Tooro after completing traditional rites. The coronation ceremony will continue with a church service and public events in Fort Portal, as observers question the legitimacy and potential rivals to the throne.
An ATR-42 military aircraft on a Benin–Lagos routine flight has crashed near Igbokoda, Ondo State. Authorities have activated search-and-rescue operations and declared three days of national mourning. Initial reports indicate 25 passengers and seven crew members were on board; casualty figures remain unconfirmed.
Uganda’s former deputy defence chief, Gen. Peter Elwelu, has been arrested on charges of subversive activities. Security forces claim he stockpiled weapons and planned to destabilise eastern Uganda, with 15 firearms, fatigues and two pickup trucks recovered. Muhoozi Kainerugaba has publicly separated from Elwelu and warned of consequences for those aiding his escape.