Tragedy In Uganda as Woman MP is Found Dead After Suffering a Brutal Loss in Election

Tragedy struck in eastern Uganda this weekend as Ngora District Woman Member of Parliament, Apolot Stella Isodo, was reported dead just days after losing her re‑election bid in the 2026 parliamentary polls.

Ms. Apolot, a prominent figure in local politics and a representative of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party, was found unresponsive at her home in Ngora on Saturday, January 17, 2026, sparking shock and sorrow across her community.

The election outcome was a significant blow to the veteran politician, who had served the people of Ngora with dedication and was well‑known for her advocacy on education, women’s rights, and community development.