People want to run for office on the ruling party ticket before 2026 elections. Former spy chief Henry Tumukunde picked up papers to compete for parliament. He once ran against President Museveni but switched sides. Tumukunde wants to represent Rukungiri Municipality after losing a local race recently. He says the town needs better leadership and development.
Minister Godfrey Kabbyanga also collected forms to run for parliament. He plans to contest Bukonzo County West near the Congo border. Kabbyanga served as mayor before becoming a government minister. He wants to boost trade through the Mpondwe border crossing. The minister thinks local farmers should raise chickens to sell eggs across the border.
Tumukunde faces tough competition from younger candidate Isaac Atukunda. Police arrested his campaign manager for attacking a rival supporter. Many residents think Atukunda connects better with young voters. The NRM party holds primary elections June 16 to pick candidates. Winners will represent the ruling party during the general election.
Minister Godfrey Kabbyanga also collected forms to run for parliament. He plans to contest Bukonzo County West near the Congo border. Kabbyanga served as mayor before becoming a government minister. He wants to boost trade through the Mpondwe border crossing. The minister thinks local farmers should raise chickens to sell eggs across the border.
Tumukunde faces tough competition from younger candidate Isaac Atukunda. Police arrested his campaign manager for attacking a rival supporter. Many residents think Atukunda connects better with young voters. The NRM party holds primary elections June 16 to pick candidates. Winners will represent the ruling party during the general election.
