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Gen. Salim Saleh commends OWC officers for advancing Uganda’s economic growth as he relocates back to Kapeeka after 4 years

Gen. Salim Saleh speaking to OWC officers.

General (Retired) Caleb Akandwanaho, popularly known as Salim Saleh, has lauded Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) officers for their steadfast work in helping Ugandan communities transition from subsistence farming to sustainable economic activities.

Speaking during a meeting at Kapeeka Industrial Park in Nakaseke District, the OWC Chief Coordinator expressed gratitude for their dedication. “I want to take this moment to extend my heartfelt thanks to each one of you for the exceptional work you’ve done as agents of Operation Wealth Creation,” Gen Saleh said.

According to sources, Gen. Saleh has relocated back to Kapeeka from his base in Gulu, after a four-and-a-half-year absence.

“Your contributions have ignited a vital international conversation on the issue of ‘wealth creation,’ becoming a central theme of discussion over the past 12 years. I commend all who embarked on this journey with us and those who have joined us along the way.”

He highlighted that every officer’s input, even if not always visible, is vital in changing lives. “Even though the results of your dedicated work may not always be immediately apparent, I assure you that they profoundly influence countless lives,” he emphasised.

The Kapeeka meeting also served as a platform for exchanging best practices on aligning OWC programmes with Uganda’s wider socio-economic goals. Gen Saleh received an update on the recent retreat at the National Leadership Institute in Kyankwanzi, which reaffirmed the shared commitment to continuous improvement.

Operation Wealth Creation, a flagship government initiative, continues to champion economic growth and better livelihoods across Uganda, underscoring its role in driving sustainable national development.

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Equity Bank relocates Bugolobi supreme branch to Modern Hensley Business Park for enhanced customer experience

Modern Hensley Business Park.

Equity Bank has announced the relocation of its supreme branch in Bugolobi to a more accessible and modern location as part of its commitment to improving service delivery for customers.

The branch has moved from Luthuli Avenue to Hensley Business Park, Plot 3–5 Mpanga Close, Mulwana Road, Bugolobi, strategically located in the heart of one of Kampala’s vibrant suburbs.

The relocation is designed to place the bank at the center of Bugolobi’s growing economic activity, improving accessibility and convenience for both retail and business customers. This move affirms Equity’s philosophy of being present where its customers live, work, and do business, ensuring financial services are seamlessly integrated into their daily lives.

Customers visiting the branch will be welcomed into a more spacious and modern banking hall designed for a superior customer experience. The enhanced facilities include ample space for private banking and consultations, making it ideal for personal and business banking needs.

Customers will have access to dedicated meeting room services, offering a professional environment to engage in financial advisory sessions and comprehensive money management discussions.

Additionally, the branch provides expert financial advice and a variety of tailored financial solutions to meet the diverse needs of individuals and businesses.

The new location also offers improved parking availability and is conveniently situated near key landmarks, further enhancing accessibility for customers.

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How I Discovered the Truth Behind My Stolen Car in Mbale

My name is Sarah Nambozo, a resident of Mbale Town in Eastern Uganda. For many years, I dreamed of owning my own car. I am a hardworking woman who runs a small retail shop in Mbale Central Market. Every day, I would wake up at 5 a.m., prepare my children for school, then head to the shop. I saved every coin I could, even when times were tough.

Finally, after years of sacrifice, I managed to buy a small Toyota Fielder on hire purchase. That car was my pride. It made my movements easier, helped me transport stock for my shop, and gave me a sense of dignity. I felt like all my struggles were finally paying off. I had just two installments left before it became fully mine.

But one fateful evening, everything changed.

I had parked the car outside Mbale Post Office while running a few errands. When I returned, the spot was empty. At first, I thought maybe I had parked at a different side, but after checking three times, the reality hit me my car was gone.

My heart raced. I felt dizzy. Neighbors gathered as I screamed in disbelief. Someone advised me to go straight to Mbale Central Police Station, which I did. I filed a case, but the officers just took notes and told me, “We shall investigate.”

Days turned into weeks. Each time I went back, I was met with the same answer: “We are still following up.” But deep inside, I could see they had lost interest. I cried myself to sleep most nights. My shop suffered because I had no energy to run it. Worse still, I kept suspecting everyone around me my relatives, friends, even my neighbors. I wondered if one of them had betrayed me.

One afternoon, while seated in my shop with tears in my eyes, a close friend whispered to me:

“Sarah, have you heard of Masunga Doctors? They help people in situations where normal means fail. People say they can reveal the truth hidden in darkness.”

At first, I laughed bitterly. “Do you think a herbalist can find a stolen car when the police themselves have failed?” I asked.

But that night, as I lay awake, tossing and turning, I remembered her words. Something told me I had nothing to lose. The following day, I reached out to Masunga Doctors through their phone number. I explained my story, half expecting them to dismiss me. But instead, they listened calmly and assured me:

“Sarah, what belongs to you cannot be hidden forever. We shall help you uncover the truth, not for revenge, but for peace and restoration.”

I agreed to go through their spiritual process. It involved cleansing rituals, special prayers, and guidance that was both comforting and powerful. They told me to remain patient and watch what would unfold.

Three days later, something unbelievable happened.

In the middle of the night, I heard loud knocks at my gate in Namakwekwe Estate. When I opened, three young men stood there, trembling. One of them broke down and cried, saying, “Auntie, forgive us. We are the ones who took your car. We cannot sleep. Every night, something torments us. We feel we must confess.”

I was shocked. My knees grew weak. They narrated everything, including where they had hidden the car. At dawn, I called the police and gave them the details. True to the confession, the car was recovered in Tororo Road, dusty but still in good condition.

When I stood beside my car again, tears rolled down my cheeks. I felt like a heavy mountain had been lifted from my shoulders. My children hugged me tightly, and my neighbors marveled at how the truth had been revealed so quickly after months of police silence.

Community Reactions

Word spread like wildfire across Mbale.

At Namakwekwe Market, women I didn’t even know came to congratulate me. Some whispered, “Eh, this one must have gone to very powerful people. How else can thieves return a stolen car willingly?”

Others were curious and kept asking me, “Sarah, tell us the truth how did you manage? Did you use police connections or witchcraft?”

Even my customers at the shop began telling each other my story. Some came just to buy a small item and get a chance to ask me questions. I could see the amazement in their eyes when I told them, “It was through Masunga Doctors. They helped me recover what I thought I had lost forever.”

One of my neighbors, who had laughed at me earlier, admitted, “Sarah, I thought you were wasting your time. But now I believe there are things beyond human understanding.”

Of course, there were also skeptics. A few people muttered, “Ah, maybe the thieves just feared being caught by police and decided to return the car.” But deep down, even they couldn’t explain why the culprits came crying to confess at my doorstep.

For me, the truth is simple: I had reached the end of my road, and Masunga Doctors gave me a way forward. They gave me back my car, my dignity, and my peace of mind.

Today, as I drive through Mbale Town streets past Clock Tower, past Senior Quarters, up to Maluku I feel stronger than ever. I know what it means to be hopeless, to feel betrayed, to watch your dreams crumble before your eyes. But I also know that Masunga Doctors are real. They restore hope where there seems to be none.

If you are reading this and going through a similar struggle whether it is theft, betrayal, or anything that keeps you awake at night do not suffer in silence. There is a way to find the truth and reclaim your peace.

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Katikkiro Mayiga shines in lighter moments: A dance, a dedication, and defining achievements

Katikiro Peter Mayiga pulling his dancing strokes.

In a recently circulating video, Buganda’s Katikkiro, Charles Peter Mayiga, is captured in a rare, light-hearted moment—cutting loose on the dance floor amid the pomp and ceremony. The image of the often solemn and dignified premier dancing brings out a side of leadership many do not always see: joyous, human, connected.

Such moments are more than just entertainment. They are reminders of a leader who, despite many trials, continues to stay close to his people—sharing laughter, culture, and hope.

Moments Like This Aren’t Totally New
While we may not have dozens of published instances of Katikkiro Mayiga dancing for pure joy, there have been similar cultural and social moments where his warmth and humour came through. One such moment was during a Kabaka’s dinner, when an upbeat song (“Down Low” by Sheebah) got the guests—including Katikkiro Mayiga—out of their chairs and into the dance. YouTube

These moments, while not always front-page, matter because they show the human dimension of leadership: a man who can be formal, but not aloof; who carries the weight of cultural expectation, history, and duty—and still, occasionally, lets the beat move him.

Achievements & Challenges: The Mixed Terrain
To understand the full picture, it’s useful to look at what Katikkiro Mayiga has done in his time in office, and what he’s had to navigate.

Major Achievements
Over a decade of service: He has been Katikkiro since 12 May 2013. bugandauk.com

The Five Key Pillars: Under his leadership, the Buganda Lukiiko adopted five core priorities: preserving and strengthening the Throne; advocating for federal governance; protecting Buganda’s land and boundaries; promoting economic self-reliance; and fostering unity. bugandauk.com

Restoration of heritage and royal sites: Under Mayiga’s watch, royal sites like Bamunanika, Kireka, and the royal drum site have been restored; the rebuilding of the Kasubi Royal Tombs has also been championed. bugandauk.com

Health initiatives: The Katikkiro inaugurated a new health board in August 2025 aimed at strengthening healthcare in Buganda, including maternal and child health, vaccination programs, prevention of Hepatitis B, and facilities in Mukungwe Buddu, Busimbi, Nsangi and Bukalasa. bugandauk.com

Mobilisation and unity: For example, ahead of the 32nd coronation anniversary of Kabaka Mutebi II, Mayiga rallied the people of Buganda to participate massively under a theme emphasizing public health and the protection of the girl child.

Challenges Faced
The health of His Majesty the Kabaka: Since 2020 the Kabaka has had to seek medical reviews and treatment abroad. The Katikkiro’s role has involved not only administrative oversight of the kingdom in the Kabaka’s partial absence but also managing public concern and maintaining unity among the people. For example, in 2025 the Katikkiro announced the Kabaka’s medical review in Germany and confirmed his return in good health. Explorer Uganda

Preserving tradition in changing times: As Buganda works to restore cultural sites, maintain traditions, and promote unity, there is always tension with modernization, political dynamics, land pressures, and questions about how to align ancient institutions with contemporary governance.

Financial and logistical constraints: Restoring sites, building health infrastructure, and maintaining cultural programs are expensive and often rely on fundraising (e.g., “Ettoffaali”), donor goodwill, and institutional capacity. Walking that balancing act is never easy.

Why the Dance Matters
The video of Katikkiro Mayiga dancing is more than just amusing. It is symbolic.

It shows connection: to culture, to people, to joy.

It humanises leadership: reminding us that leaders are not always formal; they have personalities and vulnerabilities, and they share in the festive pulse of their people.

It builds loyalty: seeing a leader in joyful mood can increase affection, trust, and solidarity among citizens.

It underscores resilience: even when serious responsibilities weigh heavily (health of the Kabaka, land disputes, boundary and identity issues), there is space for celebration and renewal.

Conclusion
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga may have many titles, but his leadership isn’t built only on formalities. It is carved out in dances, in health boards, in restored tombs, in loud carnivals, in quiet moments with constituents, and in the steady work of preserving Buganda’s culture and unity under pressure.

The newly surfaced dance video simply reminds us that amongst the responsibilities and challenges, there remains a man who can smile, who can move, and who can lead with both strength and warmth.

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Apex Digital Skills Initiative launches amid questions over funding and sustainability  

Apex Digital skills initiative launch.

A new non-profit initiative, Apex Digital Skills (ADS), has been launched in Uganda to provide young people with practical training in digital media, technology, and creative content production. The program offers free courses in areas such as video editing, radio production, graphic design, coding, digital marketing, and basic AI.

The launch was held at the Apex Media Services Hub in Kampala. Organizers say the goal is to reach over 5,000 youth within the first year, with training planned in districts including Kampala, Wakiso, Mbarara, and Gulu.

The initiative was founded and personally funded by Ugandan media entrepreneur Nyanzi Martin Luther, who redirected substantial resources from his commercial ventures to support the project. Early estimates suggest startup costs exceeded Shs250 million, covering infrastructure, equipment, and training materials.

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Speaker Among gives Finance Minister a two-week ultimatum to secure funds for deteriorating Mubende road works

Speaker Anita Among standing alongside Finance Minister, Matia Kasaija, during the 30th coronation Anniversary of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Tooro Kingdom.

Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has given the Minister of Finance a strict two-week ultimatum to secure funds and resume works on the rapidly deteriorating Mityana–Mubende–Kyegegwa–Kyenjojo road, describing the corridor as urgently in need of rehabilitation.

“When His Excellency appointed me to represent him, he offered me his helicopter to facilitate my travel here. However, after learning about the poor condition of the Mityana–Mubende–Kyegegwa–Kyenjojo road, I decided to travel by road to see the situation for myself. It is clear that the road urgently needs rehabilitation,” Among said during a site visit.

She revealed that she instructed the Finance Minister, who accompanied her during the 30th coronation Anniversary of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Tooro Kingdom to ensure that funds are secured within two weeks so that work can begin immediately. “I expect no further delays. The people of this region deserve a motorable road, and the government must act swiftly,” the Speaker added.

Middle this week, Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja reassured Ugandans that the government is committed to fast-tracking the completion of both the Mubende–Fort Portal and Mubende–Kyenjojo roads, following prolonged delays.

“Energo got a number of challenges. When he was paid part of the money last month, he had to solve some of those challenges. The suppliers were on him—fuel, equipment, and other costs—so the money was used to clear those obligations,” Nabbanja explained.

She added that although works never fully stopped, progress had been very slow. “He has been working, but at a low pace. This week or next week, he will receive another cohort of money. With this money, he is going to receive around Shs50 billion, and it will push him to some level. That I can promise,” the Prime Minister said.

Nabbanja recalled that President Yoweri Museveni had previously directed the Cabinet to prioritise the Mubende road corridor during his July tour of Mubende, Mityana, and surrounding districts. “That is why the contractor was paid, and we are making sure resources are channelled accordingly,” she added.

On the Mubende–Kyenjojo road, Nabbanja said the Ministry of Works and Transport in-house engineering team will be deployed to carry out urgent forward maintenance. “We are going to use our in-house engineering services under the Ministry of Works. They are the same team that has just completed Jinja Road. The next area is Mubende–Kyenjojo, to at least do forward maintenance so that the road is motorable. I believe to some extent this will solve the problem,” she said.

The roads have long frustrated users, with potholes, incomplete sections, and muddy diversions worsening during rains. Transporters report soaring vehicle maintenance costs, while farmers in the Mubende–Kyenjojo belt say poor access has reduced their ability to take produce to markets in Kampala and western Uganda.

Local leaders in Mubende have accused contractors of abandoning worksites, while business owners warn that the poor state of the roads has disrupted trade and tourism in the region.

Government’s renewed pledge of Shs50 billion now raises hopes that stalled works will resume in earnest. However, Parliament has repeatedly raised broader concerns about inflated contracts and poor supervision across Uganda’s road sector, demanding stricter accountability to ensure value for money.

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Gov’t allocates Shs26b per new district as Tororo and Bundibugyo, to be split

Gov't Chief Whip Hamson Denis Obua reading the resolutions.

The government has confirmed plans to split Tororo district into three new districts and elevate it to city status with each new administrative unit receiving Shs26 billion to facilitate its operationalization. Bundibugyo district will also be subdivided to create Bughendera district in order to enhance service delivery and end recurring ethnic tensions.

The decision was endorsed by the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) Parliamentary Caucus during a meeting at State House, Entebbe, on Friday, September 12, chaired by President Yoweri Museveni. Government Chief Whip Hamson Denis Obua revealed the resolutions while addressing journalists at Parliament.

“Having received the report of the Minister of Local Government, we resolved to support the creation of Mukuju District, Mulanda District, Kisoko District and Tororo City in the financial year 2025–2026, subject to the law. We also agreed to support the creation of Bughendera District out of Bundibugyo District, and to handle other districts, cities and municipalities in the period 2026–2031,” Obua announced.

The Minister for Local Government, Raphael Magyezi defended the plan after journalists questioned whether the timing was politically motivated, given that the Electoral Commission is already preparing for the 2026 General Elections. He dismissed accusations of gerrymandering, citing past examples where new constituencies were won by opposition candidates.

“Where is gerrymandering in that? When Nakawa was split, both seats went to the Opposition. We are doing this for service delivery, peace, and better administration. When people express their will through council resolutions, it is my duty to study and present it to the Cabinet. That process is within the law,” Magyezi said.

Magyezi acknowledged the financial cost but argued the benefits outweighed the burden. “Yes, there’s no doubt it has a cost, but it also has an advantage. The population keeps increasing, urbanisation is accelerating at 5.3 percent annually, and people want services closer to them. That’s what we are responding to,” he added.

The Attorney General, Kiryowa Kiwanuka, together with the Electoral Commission will determine when elections in the new constituencies will be held, once Parliament approves the creation of the districts. 

According to Magyezi, the law stipulates that new districts created after a general election take effect six months prior to the next polls. 

“That’s why we are talking about deeming them created in July 2025, to enable the Electoral Commission to align with constitutional requirements,” he explained.

However, under the Electoral Commission Act, districts created after the electoral process has begun may only be recognized in subsequent elections. Magyezi clarified that this does not prevent the government from establishing them now.

The creation of Mukuju, Mulanda, and Kisoko districts alongside Tororo City, plus Bughendera District out of Bundibugyo will significantly expand Uganda’s already bloated Parliament of over 500 legislators. 

“Each new district will have a Woman Member of Parliament. Tororo City will have a city woman MP and two MPs for its divisions. This means representation will inevitably increase,” Magyezi confirmed.

Despite concerns over cost, the government insists the reorganisation is necessary to ease service delivery, reduce administrative tensions, and respond to Uganda’s rapid demographic and urbanisation pressures.

However, Timothy Chemonges, the Executive Director of the Centre for Policy Analysis (CEPA), fears that the continuous trend of splitting districts defeats rational planning because the process makes Uganda’s wage bill heavier and stretches the already explosive administrative costs on the national purse.

“The NRM Caucus resolution to split Tororo into four districts and further divide Bundibugyo reflects a growing trend where political expediency is prioritized over rational planning. Every new district comes with a full bureaucracy RDCs, CAOs, technical staff, and MPs; all of which expand the recurrent wage bill at a time when the government is struggling with debt servicing, revenue mobilization, and underfunded service sectors,” Chemonges said.

He added,“Uganda’s experience with the newly created cities, many of which remain underfunded and non-operational, demonstrates the risks of expanding administrative units without adequate planning, financing, or institutional readiness. This is less about service delivery and more about the multiplication of political positions.”

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Tycoon Sudhir, Col. Nakalema headline dignitaries at 15th UK Africa Summit in London

Tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia, Col Edith Nakalema, and other dignitaries at the UK-Africa business summit.

City tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia and Col. Edith Nakalema were among the headline dignitaries representing Uganda at the 15th UK Africa Business Summit (UKAS) held yesterday, September 12, at The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place in London.

The summit, running under the theme “Forging Investment Partnerships for Growth,” brought together global investors, policymakers and industry leaders to focus on Africa’s fastest growing sectors: infrastructure, energy and agriculture.

Sudhir Ruparelia, one of Uganda’s most influential businessmen with vast interests in real estate, hospitality, finance and education, led Uganda’s pitch to investors by highlighting opportunities in infrastructure, ICT, agriculture and services.

Uganda’s strong delegation also included Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa, Finance Minister Matia Kasaija, Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa, Trade Minister Francis Mwebesa, State Minister for Investment Evelyn Anite and First Deputy Prime Minister Rebecca Kadaga.

Col. Edith Nakalema, Gen. David Muhoozi (Minister of State for Internal Affairs), Ramathan Ggoobi (Secretary to the Treasury) and Labour Minister Betty Amongi also attended, contributing to panel discussions on fiscal reforms, regional integration, security and social development.

The summit provided Uganda with a platform to deepen trade and investment ties with the UK, which remains a key partner in its growth strategy. Kampala hopes to secure new commitments in financing, infrastructure development and market access, in line with its Ten Fold Growth Strategy and Vision 2040.

By showcasing its youthful workforce, strategic location, and expanding market, Uganda positioned itself as a gateway for investors looking to tap into East and Southern Africa.

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“Thanks to Masunga Doctors, I Have a Man Who Loves Me By My Side”

I’m not good at talking about what happened before how I felt, the shame, the loneliness. But today, I speak because I want others like me to know there is hope. My name is Lydia, and this is my story.

The Beginning

I grew up in Gulu, in Northern Uganda. My parents died when I was very young, so I was raised by my grandmother. I worked hard selling small things at the market, helping at home but there was always something missing in me: confidence, dignity. I’d fallen in love, yes but every time, I believed I was unworthy.

When I was 21, I got married to a kind man: James. He had a good heart, he loved me. But very soon into the marriage, things changed. I had health issues I’d bleed at odd times, I was in constant pain but I was afraid. Afraid of doctors. Afraid of what people would say. I carried shame, thinking I’d done wrong.

The Struggle

The pain became too much. My husband tried to help; he took me to local clinics, but none could tell us clearly what was wrong. People whispered that I was cursed. Some said I had been unfaithful. Others avoided me.

I had lost hope that I’d ever be healthy. I lost hope that I could be a full wife, someone who is respected. I feared losing James but worse, I feared he might leave because of all this.

A Ray of Light: Masunga Doctors

One day, James heard of Masunga Doctors a trusted clinic in Northern Uganda that was known for helping women with problems just like mine, with respect, with care, not judgment. He insisted I go.

I remember entering their clinic, shaking, embarrassed. But the nurses and doctors greeted me gently. They asked me about every symptom, every fear. They didn’t blame me. They didn’t shame me. They listened.

After some tests, the diagnosis came: I had a gynecological condition that needed surgery. Without treatment, it would only worsen. At first, I was terrified. Surgery! But they explained everything clearly what would happen, what the risks were, how long recovery would take. They gave me hope.

Healing & Renewal

The surgery was successful. I recovered slowly, with the help of the kind staff at Masunga Doctors, with my husband’s unending support, and through prayer and rest. Each day I felt more like myself. The pain faded. The shame lifted. I regained strength.

My husband saw the old Lydia returning: the woman who can laugh without wincing; who can plan without fear of pain interrupting; who can look in the mirror and see dignity. He smiled at me again. Not just as his wife but as someone he deeply respects and loves.

What I Learned

  • No one should suffer in silence. It took me forever to speak out not because there was no doctor, but because I was afraid of judgment. The kindness at Masunga Doctors showed me that there are spaces of compassion.
  • Good, caring health care restores more than bodies. It restored my spirit.
  • Support matters. My husband stood by me. So did the staff. Together they made a difference.

Today

Now, I stand before you whole again. I have a husband who loves me not just in the easy times, but in vulnerability. I have regained my joy. I work again at the market; I help my neighbors; I share this story so that no other woman believes she must bear pain alone.

Masunga Doctors gave me back not just my health but my confidence, my dignity, and my marriage. For that, I will forever be grateful.

Contact Masunga Doctors

If you are going through pain, heartbreak, or health challenges, don’t keep it to yourself. Reach out to Masunga Doctors for help.

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NRM tribunal upholds Amama Mbabazi’s wife victory in Western region older persons MP primaries

Mr John Patrick and Mrs Jaqueline Mababzi.

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Election Disputes Tribunal has dismissed a petition challenging the victory of Jacqueline Mbabazi, wife to former Prime Minister John Patrick Amama Mbabazi, in the party primaries for the position of Member of Parliament representing Older Persons in the Western Region.

In its ruling on Petition No. CEC 001 of 2025, the Tribunal upheld Jacqueline Mbabazi’s declaration as the NRM flag bearer, dismissing claims filed by her rival, Patrick Kyamukate Mutabwire.

The dispute arose from the NRM primaries held on August 26, 2025, in which Mbabazi polled 215 votes against Mutabwire’s 162. The other five contenders—Kabigumira David, Bashongoka Mary Kamaduuka, Gumisiriza Fedelis Guma, Bakazimbaga Muhindo Ann, and Bategeka Lawrence Ntooto—shared a combined total of 53 votes.

Mutabwire, represented by Counsel Ainamani Bernard, had petitioned the Tribunal to nullify the results. Mbabazi, represented by Counsel Kiconco Katabazi, defended the outcome, and both parties appeared during the hearing. After deliberations, the Tribunal ruled that the petitioner’s grounds were not sufficient to overturn the results.

In its observation, the Tribunal also advised the NRM Electoral Commission to improve management of election timelines, stressing that polls for older persons should not extend into late hours as this risks undermining transparency and fairness.

Reacting to the decision, Amama Mbabazi praised the Tribunal’s verdict and called for unity within the ruling party.

“We are deeply grateful to everyone who participated in and respected the NRM primaries,” he said. “The Tribunal has delivered its verdict, upholding Jacqueline’s victory as flag bearer. Now is the time to close ranks, heal any divisions, and move forward as one united party as we prepare for the general elections.”

Jacqueline Mbabazi, a seasoned public servant, pledged to use her vast experience to champion the welfare of older persons. She outlined priorities including improved access to healthcare and health insurance, protection of property rights for the elderly, and support for the establishment of Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisations (SACCOs) to boost livelihoods.

Her career includes senior positions such as Commissioner for Customs and Excise at the Uganda Revenue Authority and Managing Director of Luwero Industries Ltd, a state-owned manufacturing firm.

Married to Amama Mbabazi for 50 years, Jacqueline goes into the 2026 general elections with strong political and family backing. President Yoweri Museveni recently commended the couple for their longstanding contributions to Uganda’s development and their enduring partnership.

With the Tribunal ruling now settled, Jacqueline Mbabazi will officially carry the NRM flag in the 2026 general elections as the candidate for Western Region Older Persons MP.

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