Detailed: Why Makindye Court Declines to release Ex- Lord Mayor Lukwago on Bail

Lord Mayor Emeritus, Salongo Erias Lukwago during his last court appearance.

Kampala- Makindye Chief Magistrate, Her Worship Sarah Basemera Anne dismissed the bail application which was filed by former Lord Mayor ...

The family of jailed Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye has issued an emotional plea to President Yoweri Museveni, requesting urgent access to independent medical care as Besigye’s health declines in prison.

Byanyima family writes emotional letter to Museveni over Besigye’s health

by MANFRED TUMUSIIME | UG STANDARD REPORTER

22/01/2026

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The family of jailed Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye has issued an emotional plea to President Yoweri Museveni, requesting urgent ...

From left, Capt. Denish Oola Oyaa, retired Col. Kizza Besigye and Hajji Obeid Lutale stand in the dock at the Criminal Division of the High Court on Tuesday. (Photo by Henry Jjemba)

Besigye decries persecution as High Court proceeds with treason trial

by JACKSON RUGUNDA | UG STANDARD REPORTER

31/12/2025

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From left, Capt. Denish Oola Oyaa, retired Col. Kizza Besigye and Hajji Obeid Lutale stand in the dock at the ...

Dr. Kizza Besigye and Hajj Obeid Lutale in court early this year (Courtesy photo)

Besigye, Co-Accused Denied Bail Over Alleged Treason Plot

by MANFRED TUMUSIIME | UG STANDARD REPORTER

11/04/2025

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Dr. Kizza Besigye and Hajj Obeid Lutale during court proceedings. KAMPALA, Uganda — The High Court in Kampala on Friday ...

The past week has been a defining moment for Uganda, marked by a complex interplay of politics, economics, and social issues that have captivated the nation. As the country navigates the intricacies of its fledgling democracy, the events of the past seven days have laid bare the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead

Weekly News Roundup: Kawempe By-Election Heats Up, State Targets Besigye’s Phone, Museveni Launches Flyover, Police Seek UGX 2.5T Budget as Oil Revenue Worries Grow

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

09/03/2025

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The past week has been a defining moment for Uganda, marked by a complex interplay of politics, economics, and social ...

Rtd Col Dr. Kiiza Besigye during his appearance (PHOTO/File)

BREAKING! Dr. Besigye, Lutale and Captain Oola charged with treason

by OUR REPORTER | UG STANDARD

21/02/2025

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Kampala, Uganda - Veteran opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye, his aide Hajj Obeid Lutale, and UPDF officer Capt. Denis Oola ...

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