Joseph Mugenyi claimed victory in Uganda's ruling party contest for Burahya constituency after earning 23,513 votes during National Resistance Movement primaries. The former water corporation employee defeated Richard Rwabuhinga, who previously led Kabarole District and secured 14,716 votes. Journalist Charles Mwanguhya finished third with 6,470 votes while attempting to transition from media work to electoral politics. Two additional candidates received minimal support with Rwigyema Rubalema gathering 1,524 votes and Frank Muhumuza earning just 43 votes. Rogers Musingunzi announced results at the district tally center on July 18.
Mugenyi captured 50.6 percent of total ballots cast while Rwabuhinga earned 31.6 percent and Mwanguhya received 13.9 percent. The winner pledged to focus on youth opportunities and constituency development after his declaration. Political observers monitored this competition closely due to candidate profiles and the area's regional significance. Mugenyi advances to represent the party during 2026 general elections against opposition and independent challengers.
Mugenyi captured 50.6 percent of total ballots cast while Rwabuhinga earned 31.6 percent and Mwanguhya received 13.9 percent. The winner pledged to focus on youth opportunities and constituency development after his declaration. Political observers monitored this competition closely due to candidate profiles and the area's regional significance. Mugenyi advances to represent the party during 2026 general elections against opposition and independent challengers.
