PHOTO: When Chairman Nyanzi was severely beaten and arrested in Kyenjojo while mobilizing for NUP Party
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FOUR high ranking leaders in opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) are eyeing Lord Mayor’s office currently occupied by the embattled FDC Buganda Vice President Erias Lukwago who is serving his 3rd term! They want him out in 2026.
All indicators show, the Kabungo, Kalungu born Erias Lukwago will contest again in 2026 although NUP who commands much support in Kampala believes, too much fatigue is likely to cost Lukwago of this seat.
In today’s story, we reveal to you NUP top officials eyeing to unseat Counsel Erias Lukwago. Who is who and who is likely to win the Party ticket? Please read on;
FRED NYANZI
Commonly known as Chairman Nyazi, the former Kampala Central two times Member of Parliament candidate is the elder brother to NUP Supremo Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine. He leads on the list of Lord Mayor aspirants.
A born of Gomba who has grown up from Kamwokya Ghetto trenches in Kampala, Chairman Nyanzi is the NUP National Mobilizer and leader of the popular Kunga Kunga, a mobilization drive for the leading opposition Party in Uganda.
This investigative news website can exclusively report that, the coming of Nyanzi in the Lord mayor race has already caused panic in Lukwago’s camp and the Wakaliga based rule of law agitator must be having sleepless nights knowing Nyanzi as a no joke!
A clean man with no political dirts, if NUP endorses Chairman Nyanzi for a Party ticket, fact is, he will make Lukwago run for his money as it will be sacrilegious for any party member to rally behind Lukwago be it John Mary Ssebuufu or Hakim Kizza Saula who were appointed by Lukwago as his ministers to neutralize NUP dominance at City Hall.
For starters, NUP councilors dominate KCCA and Lukwago’s FDC Party has only two councilors, Doreen Nyanjura (Makerere University) and Olive Namazzi (Kyambogo University).
The two were appointed by Lukwago, Deputy Mayor and Minister, respectively. The remaining two ministerial slots were given to NUP so that Lukwago coils NUP tails.
If Nyanzi is fronted by NUP, Hakim Kizza and John Mary Ssebuufu will automatically defect from Lukwago’s camp to campaign for their party boss.
About him securing the Party ticket for Lord mayor, Chairman Nyanzi is the most favoured, has the influence and very powerful in NUP.
For those who may not be in the know, Nyanzi commands maximum respect from his young brother Bobi Wine and other siblings.
Among the top three people who speak and Hon. Kyagulanyi quickly adheres to their counsel is Chairman Nyanzi, ‘First Lady’ Barbie Itungo Kyagulanyi and Mr. Bukeni Ali aka Nubian Li.
About Nyanzi, when their parents passed on, as an elder brother then, he took on such early responsibility as a guardian for all his siblings.
What Kyagulanyi is today, Nyanzi made an immeasurable contribution, thanks be to him. In fact, all his siblings refer to him as, ‘Taata’ (meaning father).
He picked up a young Kyagulanyi then, brought him to Kampala and footed his school fees bills.
Whereas he has seniority in politics, Chairman Nyanzi is a humble and down to earth leader. He addresses his young brother Bobi as ‘My President’.
He is a very hardworking and selfless Party official. A few months ago, he was clobbered by State security officers while on mobilization trail in Kyenjojo. He went into coma and was rushed to Rubaga Hospital! Thank God, he recovered.
Nyanzi first contested for MP in 2016 against Independent’s Muhammad Nsereko. He lost.
In 2021, ‘Muntu wawatu’ Nyanzi stood again on NUP ticket in an election up to now a big section of people believe that he massively won but results were tampered with by Electoral Commission and declared candidate Muhammad Nsereko winner. Chairman Nyanzi petition High court to annul Nsereko’s declaration saying he was the rightful elected MP for Kampala Central.
Nyanzi now eyes City Hall top job and if he goes for it, chances to win are high.
Political analysts say, if Chairman Nyanzi can manage to shake Kampala Central the ruling NRM stronghold, then the other remaining NUP dominated divisions of Nakawa, Kawempe, Lubaga and Makindye will just be a walkover.
Led by his top supporter for Lord mayor, a certain Member of Parliament from Kampala (names with held), Nyanzi will definately comb all Kampala divisions and if he happens to be fronted by NUP, we humbly advise Lukwago not to waste his time and money contesting against Nyanzi because he will be beaten hands down.
For those who know this Indomitable MP, he is one of the dangerous mobilizers with sophiscated campaign tricks and is very had to beat.
Having him and other city MPs on his trail, we dont see any other candidate beating Nyanzi.
The only factor which can affect Nyanzi is religion. Being a staunch Catholic, some Muslims think Kampala belongs to them, giving it to a Catholic will be unfair.
However analysts say, Kampala has ever had none Muslim Mayors like Christopher Iga, Owek. John Ssebaana Kizito (late) and others. So Nyanzi will not be the first non-Muslim Lord Mayor.
All odds show, Nyanzi can easily sweep Kampala as Lord Mayor in 2026.
HAJI ALI NGANDA KASIRYE MULYANYAMA
While swearing in for second term as Makindye Municipality Mayor, HajiMulyanyama categorically made it clear that he will contest for Lord Mayor in 2026.
For record purposes, in NUP, Mulyanyama was the first to declare his intention for Lord Mayor’s seat.
His Kakuyege has spread to all parts of Kampala and the incumbent Lord mayor is feeling the heat.
On knowing that Mulyanyama seriously want him out, Lukwago suspended Mulyanyama from KCCA FC Board over what was termed as trumped up charges. Lukwago used NUP’s Ssebuufu to tarnish Mulyanyama’s name just because he targeted his seat.
During former MP Hussein Kyanjo’s burial, Lukwago’s camp was accused of blocking Mulyanyama from addressing mourners although mayor and the deceased were so close.
There was a time when Dr. Kizza Besigye himself launched a verbal attack against Mulyanyama over what insiders called eyeing his comrade’s seat. Mulyanyama fought back and the former bush war Physician surrendered.
Mulyanyama is reaching out to opinion leaders, cultural insitutions, religious leaders like His Eminence Emanuel Cardinal Wamala, NUP party officials and other political kingmakers for consultation, guidance and endorsement.
He has extended his giving hand to Nsambya Babies Home and celebrated his birthday with babies. He also donated a lot of things to Good Samaritan Sisters – Nalukolongo Bakateyamba.
His Worship Mayor Mulyanyama when he visited mothers in hospital
The Institution of the Good Samaritan Sisters is an institute of the diocesan right, founded by the Late Emmanuel Cardinal Kiwanuka Nsubuga, in 1978.
Mulyanyama is a sounding aspirant for Lord Mayor and looks unstoppable. He has already convinced Party leaders that he will win Kampala for NUP.
Mulyanyama is very good when it comes to mudslinging politics and if you think you can blackmail him, he can perfectly throw it back to you and enjoy the music.
A born of Katwe Ghettos, Mulyanyama is highly respected by deadly Kifeesi youth being a hustler. He normally gathers them for dinner and talks to them to change their way of living giving them words of hope.
At the party headquarters, he is so loyal to leaders and NUP President Kyagulanyi. During the recent Kyagulanyi National tours, Mulyanyama joined his President and was seen acting as Bobi Wine’s guard.
A well positioned leader, Mulyanyama is ready to tussle it out with Lukwago be it today, for Lord mayor. Recently he held a meeting with Buganda Kingdom Premier who paid a courtesy call at his Makindye office.
Mulyanyama if fronted by NUP, he will be a formidable force to reckon with. If NUP seriously wants to win the Lord Mayor seat, Mulyanyama would be a good bullet.
EMMANUEL SSERUNJOGI
Commonly known as Ow’eddembe, Serunjogi is serving his second term as Mayor Kawempe Division on NUP ticket.
Although he has shown interest in Lordmayorship, analysts say, Emanuel Sserunjogi fears to step in the deep waters. He looks to be undecided whether to bid farewell to Kawempe people and in 2026 contest for Lord mayor or MP Kawempe South currently represented by defiant MP Kazibwe Bashir.
Indicators show, Kazibwe will not be fronted again for MP by NUP and Sserunjogi might go for this ticket.
However on the list of NUP Lordmayor aspirants, Oweddembe is named and has all credentials for this Capital City top job.
HON. JOEL BASEKEZI SSENYONYI
He is a Ugandan journalist and politician. He is the serving member of Parliament for Nakawa West and Chairman COSASE in the 11th Parliament.
Formerly a news anchor at the Serena based NTV and at the UBC National broadcaster, Ssenyonyi has been around in politics for some years even before joining People Power Pressure group and NUP Party.
He is on the list of NUP leaders eyeing to contest for City Lord Mayor although he has not officially spoken about such intentions.
If he has interests, political analysts say, it will be a big blunder for him, better to return for Nakawa East seat in 2026 as he studies Kampala politics and consolidates his support.
Choosing to contest for Kampala Lord mayor in 2026, they say, Ssenyonyi will be digging his political grave.
However, with 2021political wave, a section of NUP supporters say, Ssenyonyi would easily win Lord mayoral seat because he didnt have any dirt.
Lets wait and see if Ssenyonyi, Bobi’s blue eyed boy will choose to vie for Lord mayor or go back for Nakawa West MP seat.
LEAD PHOTO: Hon. Aloysius Mukasa campaigning for NUP Presidential Candidate Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi in 2021. The Rubaga South legislator analysts say, is still very powerful, popular, loyal to his voters and NUP Party leadership
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AS preparations for the 2026 General election kick off with ruling NRM Party announcing election of structures, at the leading opposition party NUP Headquaters, tension is so high as a good number of incumbent Members of Parliament are set not to be returned due to a number of factors.
These include poor performance, disloyalty, betraying NUP as a party and disappearing from voters as soon as they got elected. On record, NUP has 57 members of Parliament, of the 552 legislators of the 11th Parliament.
Photo: When NUP President Hon. Kyagulanyi hosted Party MPs for a two day retreat in Kampala.
In this investigative story, the mighty News Editor Media, your leading investigative News Website in Uganda brings 30 NUP MPs who are very safe, chances to get party tickets are high and will automatically win victory for their Red party come 2026 polls. Here is Part I of the story about the safe NUP MPs and what makes them secure?
Please read on!
FRANCIS BUTEBI ZAAKE
The Mityana Municipality legislator is still powerful, very popular and a class above the ordinary. Who ever thinks of dislodging him in 2026 must be a day dreamer.
Hon. Zaake will defeat whoever stands in his way to represent the people of Mityana Municipality who regard him as the only bull in Greater Mityana Kraal.
In the first place, some opposition politicians of the 9th Parliament like Hon. Betty Nambooze Bakireke never expected this youngster to make it to the 10th Parliament. Then a DP member, Nambooze even camped in Mityana to decampaign Zaake urging Mityana Mucipality voters never, ‘to send us that boy, Parliament is not a football play ground that he is coming to play football with other boys.’
Nambooze who was in Mityana to campaign for fellow DP Candidate Faustine Mukambwe Lukonge asked voters not to send Zaake warning that if they vote for him, ‘We will be sending him to shops to buy us airtime because he is a young boy’.
However, all this fell on deaf ears. On polling day, thousands voted Zaake, sending Nambooze’s candidate in position three. NRM’s Charles Sserugga Matovu ‘Munnakyalo’ finished second.
Zaake’s win wasn’t a shock. He had a successful campaign attended by hundreds. He automatically had to sail through.
In 2021, both Nambooze and Mukambwe crossed to opposition NUP Party where Zaake was Hon. Bobi Wine’s blue eyed boy. So the two had to salute him. Nambooze reclaimed her constituency of Mukono Municipality while Mukambwe was fronted by Zaake for Mayor Mityana Municipality on NUP ticket.
In last election, Zaake won from all polling stations to secure his second term in the 11th Parliament of Uganda.
Photo: Hon. Zaake and Hon. Kyagulanyi
In fact his filthy rich father Omukungu Ssembuusi Butebi put a bet of 20M if his son lost at a single polling Station. No one ate his money.
Coming from an extra well to do family, his father Ssembuusi Butebi owns a number of hotels both in Kampala and Mityana, he is asuccessful businessman who heads Mityana Traders Association (MITA), has a Forex Bureau, a Money lender and is connected to Mengo establishment where Kabaka Ronald Mutebi II appointed him to sit on the Buganda Twezimbe, a committee set up to re-develop Buganda Kingdom.
Zaake’s father is renown in Mityana and respected by opinion leaders, religious leaders and business fraternity. It is therefore a walk over for his son to win an elective position. Zaake gather voters from the youth, women, business people and elders.
In Parliament, no MP has suffered at the hands of the State like Zaake. Imprisoned, tortured, beaten and suspended.
He was even kicked out of Commissioner’s office by the reigning Speaker and of recent, Deputy Speaker refered him to the rules Committee.
One of the vocal MPs who perfectly legislate for his constituents, Zaake put up a spirited fight for the abducted and political prisoners demanding for their unconditional release. By doing all this, he positions himself before the Principal as a fearless NUP legislator who even touches the anus of the leopard! That is Zaake for you!
No genuine opposition party can do away with such a fighter who can even risk his well paying office and life.
Hansard in the 10th Parliament captured Zaake while rising on matters of National importance like the poor status of Mityana government Hospital, impassable roads in Mityana, lack of electricity among others.
The ‘boy’ once despised by the likes of Hon. Nambooze has become a thorn in NRM’s fresh and all plots to oust him have been in vain! Each day that passes by, Zaake becomes stronger and more popular.
ON THE TRAIL: Bobi wine, Zaake and SG Rubongoya
Mityana people think their MP has sacrificed all, they are very proud of him and will never think of substituting him come 2026.
Those with hopes to contest against Zaake like a one Mugisha (Mityana LCV Chairman), are already facing public attacks!
Recently, Mugisha attended a wedding in Kasanda district but was blocked from addressing the people accusing him of eyeing Zaake’s seat, an MP the public regards as hero and a true opposition figure.
In fact during Zaake’s thanks giving ceremony recently in Mityana, one of the visiting MPs asked Mityana people to make Zaake a sole candidate come 2026 so that, he gives the would be Mityana campaign time to other candidates in different parts of the Country.
Analysts say, who ever thinks of unseating Zaake, will be just wasting time and money.
This richest young MP Ķcommands support from NRM, DP, FDC, his Party NUP and other forces. He is good at lobbying for his voters, for churches, mosques, schools, youth and women groups, etc.
He is now a darling to the likes of Nambooze. No opposition politician can dare step in Mityana to decampain Zaake.
When Zaake emerged winner in the East African Parliamentary games
We are told, NRM is ploting to front Esther Ndyanabo (former Mayor Mityana Municipality) against Zaake.
Even Mugisha is in the puzzle, insiders allege that, he will be bankrolled by Gen. Muhoozi Camp thinking he can help in dividing Zaake’s votes.
However all indicators show, Zaake is heavy weight, come 2026, he will win again by a higher percentage.
MUKASA ALOYSIUS T.G
A businessman turned politician, NUP’s Mukasa Aloysius on January 14, 2021 was massively elected by the people of Rubaga South with a convincing victory.
He polled 49,501 (Forty Nine thousand, five hundred and one) votes defeating 13 (Thirteen candidates) including DP’s Eugenia Nassolo with a margin of 36608 votes.
MP Mukasa (in a red tie) with fellow NUP MPs at then Kamwokya party offices
Other casualities included; Male Charles Kenneth (NRM), Kifampa Silaje (JEEMA), Kato Lubwama Paul (Independent) now late, Mugga Adam Swift (Independent), Lufunya Derrick (Independent), Ken Lukyamuzi (CP), Lubega Samuel Walter Mukaaku (SDP), Buwembo Habib (FDC), Kiyingi Denis (Independent), Nakanwagi Grace (Independent), Sebugwawo Mbidde Denis (Independent) and Kayemba Michael Oscar (Independent).
Nassolo who ran one of the best bankrolled campaigns by unknown sources in which she donated tents, aprons, masks, water tanks among other items, petitioned High court to annul MP Mukasa’s election on allegations that he donated 300 bags of cement to St. Peters Church Ndeeba.
In her petition, she accused Mukasa of using his private car to take helpless-sick people to the hospital!
She lied that Hon. Mukasa used his motor vehicles no. UBE 564W & another Toyota Hiace which were branded in the colour and stickers of his images and picture of Presidential candidate Hon. Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi with inscriptions, ‘Lubaga South Mukasa Aloysius T G – Mission 2021’.
Nassolo mistakenly branded Mukasa’s private car of Drone type reg. No. UBE 564W to be an ambulance.
She also accused Hon. Mukasa of not having a minimum formal education of Advanced Level Standard or its equivalent. That he did not complete and attain a Uganda Certificate of Education.
On sensing that she had a bad case, that her petition was full of lies and fabrications, Nassolo instructed her lawyers to drop the charges and allow the duly elected Member of parliament for Rubaga South Constituency Mukasa Aloysius serve his electorates without any further disturbances.
A Bachelors of Laws student who holds a Bachelors of Business Administration from Ndejje University, Hon. Mukasa is one of the most loyal NUP MPs to his Party leadership.
OUR MAN: MP Mukasa with his supporters
Infact, during Kato Lubwama’s burial, NUP President Hon. Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi took pride in fronting ‘a youngman (Mukasa Aloysius) in 2021, who dislodged Kato Lubwama’.
Lubwama was enemy number one to NUP. So Bobi looked for a determined youngman who was capable of unseating this former comedian. Mukasa perfectly did the job and delivered victory to his Master, Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi.
Insiders say, Mukasa is a very humble man before Party leaders and rarely greets the Principal when standing.
May be when he is not in the country, but Hon. Mukasa will never miss any meeting, function or gathering convened by Hon. Kyagulanyi or other Party top leaders. He is a darling to party foot soldiers due to his loyalty, consistence and generocity.
Besides being in the good books of NUP Party bosses, in Constituency, Hon. Mukasa is loved so much! Whoever thinks otherwise, dare him in 2026, you will sweat plasma!
Known to be a selfless legislator who doesn’t drive expensive cars, when Parliament gave him UGX 200M to buy himself a new car, Hon. Mukasa used the money to buy a water tank car for his constituents which he used to supply clean water to Rubaga South people.
FREE SERVICE: Mukasa supplying clean water to his constituents
However, three years since he bought this clean water truck, State Merceneries working closely with some politicians in Rubaga South he defeated in 2021, made attempts to burn it because of jealousy forcing the MP to do away with it.
For starters, Mukasa bought an ambulance for Rubaga South before he was even elected MP. It was because of the free services given by Mukasa’s ambulance that his competitor in 2021 Nassolo Eugenia wanted his victory cancelled accusing Mukasa of helping poor people.
Although like we earlier told you Nassolo lost interest in her fake petition, Police in Kayunga confiscated Mukasa’s ambulance during NUP Harriet Nakwede’s LC V elections only to be released months later completely broken down and couldn’t return to the road.
We are told the MP is working on buying a new ambulence for his people.
According to recently released Parliamentary Score card, MP Mukasa scored highly for his presence in the constituency, making consultations to get views from his people, attending burials in the constituency, fundraising for churches, Mosques, Schools and monitoring service delivery in Rubaga South.
A few weeks ago, Mukasa had threatened to organize a demonstration over poor roads especially the Freedom City-Nyanama-Kitebi road which was in a sorry state but government moved in to repair it.
Ever since he was elected, the MP has kept so close to his people.
He has not kept quiet on abducted youth and political prisoners, he is seen on Tvs and radios demanding for their unconditional release.
In Parliament, Hansard has captured Hon. Mukasa rising on matters of National Importance like fires burning schools and timbershops especially in his constituency, construction of free-toilets, the issue of floods in his constituents among other matters.
Not at any single moment has Mukasa ever betrayed his party or opposition leadership in Parliament. When it is boycotting plenary, Hon. Mukasa will remain loyal.
Born to Aloysius Kalyango of Kyengera Mugongo and Annet Nayiga of Mutundwe, Church Zone in Lubaga South, Mukasa deals in Food supplements and owner of Bex Limited, a company producing disinfectants.
Raised by his mother in Mutundwe Rubaga South, MP Mukasa owns a magnificent home in Najjankumbi. A very successful businessman with a State-of-the-art Hotel on Entebbe road, Mukasa single handedly tarmacked a road in St. Anna Zone near Faith Arena Church years before he even thought of contesting for MP and it was named after him by local leaders. A generous and hardworking young man, Mukasa says he is not in politics to look for a job but to be a conduit and a bold voice for development and changing the face of Lubaga South.
While meeting local and youth leaders in Mutundwe recently, Mukasa said, “Rubaga South needed a fresh substitute who speaks in Parliament and acts. I am a performer. We are tired of floods in Lubaga every time it rains, floods destroy our homes and sweep away businesses. This problem must end during my tenure. We pay huge taxes why get poor service?”
Because has remained solid on the cause, his return in 2026 is guaranteed. Both the party and constituents can’t lose such a workholic MP who is very smart in his political approach! He recently shifted his office from Ndeeba building at Kaipini and relocated it to a better and spacious place, which he will unveil any time soon.
Therefore who ever plans to contest against Hon. Mukasa in Rubaga South, we advise you not to waste your time and savings. This rich MP is still around for some time.
Hon. Mukasa will be in the 12th Parliament on NUP ticket.
DAVID LUKYAMUZI KALWANGA
Commonly known as ‘Ssuubi lya Busujju’, Hon. Kalwanga in May 2021 was appointed by NUP as a Representative in the Common Wealth Parliament.
MPs Veronica Nanyondo and Kalwanga. Middle is Mpigi District LCV Chairman. They were attending a party function
Before that, he was the only independent MP in Buganda who trounced president Museveni’s minister in 2016 elections. This was not common! He defeated then minister Vincent Nyanzi and won by 78%.
Hon. Kalwanga
In 2021, Nyanzi returned but still, Kalwanga defeated him and the old man got bedridden! If he dares him again in 2026, then Nyanzi will be having a serious medical problem because Kalwanga is now stronger and more experienced in vote protection and mobilization.
Ofcourse in last elections, a few hours to the polls, State merceneries tried to threaten Kalwanga and shot at his car but God was on his side. He manoeuvered.
Kalwanga taking on NRM’s Dr. Tanga Odoi during Oyam north MP by-election.
We are told, among those targeting Kalwanga’s seat is NRM’s Robert Kasibante of Nateete Victory School of Beauty but insiders say, this guy is swiming in money scandals and can’t be entrusted with such a Constituency which covers Busujju County having top Buganda Kingdom historical sites. Other contenders, analysts say, are just political jokers.
In his manifesto, Kalwanga promised to work on roads and he has fulfilled this through lobbying and injecting in his money.
Hon. Kalwanga joinig locals during Bulungibwansi in Busujju
He has set up a school to cater for secondary students, lobbied for healthy facilities and single handedly constructing Busujju Play ground worth 450M.
He is very close to Hon. Robert Kyagulanyi, loyal to Party bosses, popular in Churches & Mosques.
Both Bishop Anthony Zziwa of Kiyinda Mityana Diocese and the Anglican Bishops are good friends to Kalwanga, they see him as their son and normally meet to guide him.
Voters in Busujju are convinced that none of the aspirants fit in Kalwanga’s shoes.
A very jovial MP, down to earth and friendly, Kalwanga joined Parliament when he was already rich. He says, he is not in parliament to look for a job but to represent, make laws and lobby for his people.
He is in Mengo’s good books, single handedly finances Busujju County Masaza Team and bought an ambulance for his people.
NUP can’t substitute such a star. Expect Kalwanga to bounce back in the 12th Parliament.
VERONICA NANYONDO
She came as a substitute after the sudden death of her sister then MP for Bukomansimbi Susan Namaganda, a few days to 2016 polls and many thought, she will be an MP for only one term.
The Bukomansimbi district Woman Member of Parliament returned in 2021 this time on NUP ticket and with a rrsounding victory.
Because of her influence, Hon. Veronica Nanyondo covered the whole Bukomansimbi ldistrict with Red colour, helping the Party to win all the three constituences. Dr. Ndiwalana defeated NRM’s Ruth Katushabe in Bukomansimbi North and Hon. Solo Kayemba emerged winner for Bukomansimbi South Constituency beating DP’s Deogratius Kiyingi.
From left; MPs Ndiwalana and Nanyondo on duty
Bobi regards Veronica as one of his true Generals, very humble lady but aggressive and a real fighter.
When Hon. Nanyondo donated wheel chairs to physically disabled people in her constituency
Commonly known as Bbeeyiyabirime, Veronica is a darling in Catholic Churches, children and women groups. She supports farmers, women with seeds.
Most of her time, Veronica spends it in the Constituency with farmers or at Church, making it next to impossible for those who think of uprooting her
Come 2026, Hon. Veronica Nanyondo will bounce back in Parliament come rainfall or sundhine.
ABUBAKER KAWALYA
Among young men in politics who must be closely watched, is this Rubaga North Member of Parliament who started his journey in politics as a mere Councilor, to becoming a Speaker in KCCA and now MP and shadow minister in charge of Kampala and Metropolitan area.
This ghetto boy who grew up from Kawaala slums is a hardliner and very difficult to unseat.
Hon. Abubaker Kawalya
In 2021 elections, he defeated incumbent Moses Kasibante ‘Class monitor’, Beti Olive Namisango Kamya (current IGG) and many others. He won at all polling stations.
His first term in Parliament, Hon. Kawalya has performed so good making his political enemies to coil their tails and we strongly doubt whether they can risk daring him again in 2026.
A few days after he was appointed shadow cabinet minister in charge of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Hon. Abubaker Kawalya warned Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja on her planned move to send money to the ‘selected’ vulnerable poor saying it will be fought.
He said her move was unconstitutional, not backed by any law and discriminatory.
He wanted government to urgently think about better ways to cater for all the hungry especially people in Kampala whose businesses were closed yet statistics showed that most of them live from hand to mouth. He guided that Nabbanja should not to just hand-pick those to send relief as she is planing to do.
Kawalya said, it was time for the government to give back to the taxpayers so that hunger doesn’t kill them as they are locked up in their homes.
In his letter dated June 23rd 2021 which he copied to both the Leader of Opposition and Opposition Chiefwhip, MP Kawalya insisted, all Ugandans are equal, they all need Government bail out amidst such tough times so Prime minister should quickly think about this but not to be selective.
This was in reference to what Rt. Hon. Nabbanja said on Tuesday June 22 2021, upon assuming Office as the Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda about how government relief following the 11 + 42 days COVID-19 lockdown will only be extended to what she classified as the “vulnerable poor”, using mobile money transactions. Kawalya said the Prime minister is at the bad side of the law.
Hon. Kawalya reminded PM Nabbanja how under the Law, Ugandans are already classified into the aforementioned political, economic, social and cultural aspects, hence, “There is no legal basis whatsoever to purport to discriminate the same under the guise of vulnerable poor.” This proved him an MP for the people. He used his first salary to buy a brand new ambulance for his people to give free service.
He donated three motorcycles worth UGX 15M to a group of youth called Boda Boda Patrol, Lubya Chapter, who are remembered for voluntarily escorting NUP supreme leader Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi while traversing the whole country during 2021 Presidential campaigns.
Hon. Kawalya trying one of the motorcyles he donated to NUP foot soldiers in Rubaga North
These boys braved teargas, bullets and arrests which marred Hon. Bobi Wine’s campaign trail. They soldiered on until the end of those bloody campaigns.
At a function which was attended by political leaders in Lubaga, Hon. Kawalya saluted these youth for enduring all kinds of torture and brutality but remained strong and true to the struggle saying, they are worth being celebrated and rewarded for their love plus support to the principal Hon. Kyagulanyi and to the National Unity Platform (NUP) Party.
“Please, receive these three brand new motorcycles I have bought for you to thank you for the support you gave to Hon. Kyagulanyi, support you gave to me during my Member of Parliament campaigns and for supporting all NUP candidates. Use these boda bodas to make money, develop a saving culture so that by the time we come back here, these three motorcycles might have multiplied into six motorcycles.” MP Kawalya told a joyous group of NUP youth.
He implored them to embrace discipline and transparency in their endeavors in order to attain sustainable development, adding that, it’s not alien for members of the same development group to default or take advantage of others.
Kawalya visited Good Times Infant School in Kawaala, Rubaga Division where a domitory was gutted by fire killing a P.6 pupil instantly!
The very touched legislator, condoled with the parents, school leadership and pupils for this loss of life and property worth millions. He donated 50 bags of Cement to help in rebuilding the school.
And when hundreds of his people were illegally evicted by officials from The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) and their property worth millions of shillings destroyed by heartless security officials, Kawalya rushed there and strongly condemned NEMA.
He bought food for the evicted people and also vowed to pursue this matter to Parliament, which he did.
He has supported churches and mosques with building materials, supports youth, women and as an area MP, is always available for his people.
He is so close to Bobi and sometimes, both drives in the same car.
Recently, Bobi delegated Kawalya to Canada for an official assignment. Be it in Parliament, Party headquaters or in the constituency, Kawalya is very strong like a rock. His return in 2026 is guaranteed.
MUWADA NKUNYINGI
The Foreign Affairs Shadow minister is one of Hon. Bobi Wine’s last bullets, he entrusted him with Kyadondo East Constituency where the NUP supremo served as Member of Parliament in 10th Parliament before he chose another political path.
Hon. Muwada Nkunyingi
Many including Kyagulanyi’s family members wanted to be endorsed to takeover Kyadondo East after Bobi but the Ghetto gladiator went for renown Human Rights lawyer, Muwada Nkunyingi who didnt disappoint NUP boss.
Those who wanted Kyadondo East MP seat included then Kasangati Mayor Tonny Ssempebwa who many believe, he worked tooth and nail when Bobi contested for Kyadondo East MP to make him sail through.
So he thought, it would be automatic for Hon. Ssentamu to passover the mantle to him since they were buddies. That card disnt work. Bobi was looking for a substitute who wont just be a listening post in Parliament and that was none other than, Muwada Nkunyingi. He in fact advised Ssempebwa to return for Kasangati Mayor but the guy refused and chose to go independent. He lost!
Even Khalid Ssimbwa made the same mistake. Because him and Bobi were known to each other since their youthful days and Khalid had many deals with Kyagulanyi, he thought that was enough for him to be given party ticket. He was wrong.
Bobi settled for Muwada who has performed excellently and used his docket of Foreign Affairs to fight for suffering Ugandans abroad. Bobi must be grateful to Hon. Muwada. Je has perfectly kept the candle burning in Kyadondo East.
MP Muwada donating food to Kyadondo East People
Insiders say, recently Tonny Ssempebwa returned home, apologised to Bobi and he redeployed him but still under Muwada.
We are told, Ssmpebwa will be given a ticket for Mayor Kasangati after all the incumbent who is serving on NUP ticket turned against the Party, MP Kagabo way, after he was elected.
In brief, Muwada’s seat is ringfenced, expect to see him in the 12th Parliament.
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President Museveni touring certain roads in Kampala as Uganda prepares to host the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) summit in January 2024
OPINION BY KAGENYI LUKKA
The writer Kagenyi Lukka is the Deputy RDC Manafwa District
IT is going to be Uganda’s monumental undertaking next year. It will also be a golden opportunity as Uganda hosts the 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and G77 plus China summit in January 2024.
Over 120 global leaders are expected to converge in Kampala for these high-level diplomatic gatherings.
All global eyes will also be on Uganda. And we need to rally every citizen to embrace these summits so that we can as a county leverage our diplomatic position to influence decisions in our favour, especially the idea of commercial diplomacy that is needed to attract investors into our country.
The government’s commitment to the success of these summits is underscored by the approved investment of sh86.4b into the construction of a conference hall at Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort, the designated venue for the dual summits.
Despite concerns about potential delays, our leader, President Yoweri Museveni, has also toured all the venues designated to host the NAM summit and inspected road works on routes that lead to these venues as preparations take centre-stage.
To quote the words of our leader when he toured roads, the conference venue in Munyonyo, and the International airport in Entebbe, he said: “The summit will provide a platform for global cooperation and solidarity and for advancing our common goals. Uganda is prepared to showcase its hospitality and contribute to a successful summit.”
It is now about two months to the conference, and everyone is working around the clock to ensure that the country will be ready to welcome global leaders.
The stakes are high for Uganda. We need every citizen to work towards achieving this goal. The other important element is the fact that we are poised to assume chairmanship of both the NAM and the South Summit for the next three years after the conclusion of the dual summits in Kampala.
This will also be a historical feat for the Pearl of Africa. So, Ugandans should be enthusiastic about hosting this summit.
But what is NAM? What about the composition of the Member States of the Group of 77 plus China?
The Non-Aligned Movement is a forum of 120 countries that are not formally aligned with or against any major power bloc. After the United Nations (UN), it is the largest grouping of states worldwide.
On the other hand, the Group of 77 at the United Nations is a coalition of 135 developing countries, designed to promote its members’ collective economic interests and create an enhanced joint negotiating capacity in the United Nations.
With the theme “Leaving No One Behind” the Third South Summit will look to instill a new dynamic to the cooperation among the 134 Member States of the Group of 77 in a more competitive world.
The Summit aims at boosting South-South cooperation including in the areas of trade, investment, sustainable development, climate change, poverty eradication, and digital economy, with a focus on addressing global economic disparities.
Uganda, therefore, needs to use the two summitts to advocate for the interests of developing countries and enhancing mutual economic cooperation.
The Movement remains a vital pillar of support for developing countries’ shared quest for peace, security, development, and justice in international relations.
On the other hand, the NAM summit will be held under the theme, ‘Deepening Cooperation for Shared Global Affluence,’ which fit in well with the four core principles of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) Government—of Democracy, Patriotism, Social-Economic Transformation and Pan-Africanism.
Fostering the much-needed solidarity among NAM member states and promoting a multipolar world is the other target that we hope to achieve from these two summits.
In short, strengthening the South-South cooperation and enhancing diplomatic influence, will be our core expectations from these summits.
I must also note that Uganda’s foreign policy is characterised by a commitment to regional cooperation, economic diversification, and diplomatic pragmatism. These principles are guided by principles of taking no sides.
However, it also faces ongoing challenges, particularly in the areas of sustainable development, managing the adverse effects of climate change, regional peace and security issues, all of which require continued attention and strategic maneuvering on the global stage.
Through sustained involvement in regional peace initiatives, trade and commercial diplomacy, multilateral engagements and our upcoming summit hosting responsibilities, Uganda is now rightly placed at the centre of the global eye with the forthcoming summits.
This does not only signify Uganda’s rising diplomatic relations role, but it also illustrates our evolving role in the multifaceted international arena.
The writer Kagenyi Lukka is the Deputy RDC Manafwa District
PHOTO: Billionaire Hamis Kiggundu (left) in the gym section of the stadium. Right is Ham Enterprises General Manager Omulangira Edward Nakibinge ‘Kojjja Ham’ , owner of Front Page Hotel Zana
BY MOSES MUGALULA NEWS EDITOR MEDIA
AHEAD of President Museveni commissioning of the newly constructed Hamz Stadium Nakivubo War Memorial Ground in the heart of Kampala, owner, money magnet Hamis Kiggundu of Ham Group of Companies has built a world class gym facility and a modern boxing ring, first of its kind in East and Central Africa. Insiders say, it has costed Ham billions of shillings. Mr. Kiggundu has also installed Basketball and Netball Equipment & Facilities latest on the world market and hired experts to fix them at Hamz Stadium, a stadium identified by Africa’s football governing body CAF to host AFCON 2027 matches. A team from UPDF Engineering Brigade was seen at the stadium working against the clock to make sure all is fixed well for the stadium to be officially launched before the year 2023 ends. Latest from Nakivubo War Memorial ground, the pitch is completed and access to the turf is restricted, basketball and netball playing courts installed with latest facilities, boxing ring which will host boxing fights is already set and gym installed. What remains is just minor finishing and then, the Stadium will be put to use in a few days from now. Congratulations and thank you Mr. Ham.
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FINALLY: Hamis Kiggundu and Omulangira Nakibinge in the stands. Behind is Basketball court and the soccer pitch. All completedThe boxing ringKojja tries it out
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IN February 2022, our revolutionary leader, President Yoweri Museveni launched the Parish Development Model (PDM) at a well-attended ceremony in Kibuku district. If the PDM programme is well-implemented, President Museveni said, it will lift 17.5 million Ugandans in 3.5 million households out of poverty. Bringing the about 39% homesteads that are grappling with subsistence ways of life into the money economy was the task that President Museveni gave to all leaders, and by extension to all citizens. This mobilization is part and parcel of the pledge that our Government and ruling party, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) pledged in the 2021-2026 manifesto, which detailed the mission to ensure efficient and effective service delivery in order to transform the country. Increasing resources mobilization, improving planning and ensuring accountability are the other elements that will drive service delivery. So, regardless of anyone’s position in Government, party structures or even your status in the country, it is incumbent upon you to aggressively push for service delivery. This also means that monitoring of all Government projects must be a norm rather than an exception if we are to register service deliver. And this is an easy task because our leader, President Museveni, has already ensured peace and stability in our country. Uganda is now peaceful from one corner to another. Therefore, it is important for leaders in all corners of the country to ensure that citizens get services. Sectors such as health, education, infrastructure, agriculture, among others must be clearly uplifted to enable citizens receive services on time and promptly. For instance, within the education sector, President Museveni’s stellar programmes of the Universal Primary Education (PLE) and Universal Secondary Education (USE), have enabled thousands of pupils and students to go to school. The First Lady, Mama Janet Museveni, who is also the Minister of Education and Sports, has also time and again encouraged parents to embrace this universal education programme and enroll their children into Government schools. However, on a number of occasions, head teachers and other unserious people within various Government schools have frustrated this universal education mission by charging fees from children. This is treason. And all efforts must be developed to tame this habit. So, we need team work in Government and generally as a country to face these challenges that have bogged down service delivery across the country. It is only the effective implementation of Government programmes that will transform our country. Actually, when we ensure that Government projects and programmes are implemented, we shall automatically attract people to the ruling NRM. For our leaders in Cabinet, President Museveni already cut out their work during the swearing in ceremony in 2021. The President said that the focus of Cabinet ministers should be service delivery and championing the fight against corruption.
PHOTO: President Museveni is in Abu Dhabi, UAE hosted by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Museveni will engage with Arab investors on investment opportunities in Uganda.
For emphasis, this is what President Museveni told Cabinet ministers: “This Government must be one of service delivery. I don’t want to hear any more outcries from the people. People are crying because of evictions. This Cabinet must look into that.” He gave these Ministers five targets—cohesion, fight against corruption, ensuring the integration of East Africa and Africa, patriotism and ensuring service delivery. “This is a cabinet of cohesion in the system. I want the program of National Resistance Movement to be implemented enthusiastically. It must be a cabinet of no corruption. You people should be careful. There is nothing I don’t know. I appeal to the ministers not to ask for anything from anybody. If you want to be durable leaders, don’t seek and accept favour from anybody. And don’t tolerate corruption under you,” the President said. So, if our leader, President Museveni, has already cut out our work; why should we fail on ensuring that service delivery is achieved. Why should 39% of homesteads continue to wallow in the so-called non-money economy? In short, we should all work towards the fulfilment of the NRM promise of an efficient and effective service delivery agenda because if we succeed on this, the 2026 presidential bid for President Yoweri Museveni, the General of African resistance, will simply be a walk in the park.
The writer Kagenyi Lukka is the Deputy RDC Manafwa District
PHOTO: How newly constructed Nakivubo Stadium looks
NEWS EDITOR MEDIA
DAYS after President Yoweri Museveni confirmed his presence to commission the newly constructed Nakivubo Stadium, radical radio talkshow callers renown for attacking investor Hamis Kiggundu and call him all sorts of names in a bid to sabotage the construction of this stadium, have finally eaten their words! Yesterday night, led by a one Kironde from Makindye and Kaliisa of Ndeeba called in a Uganda Muslim Supreme Council owned radio Bilal talkshow called ‘Amagezi Muliro’ and praised Hamis Kiggundu for such a big investment in the heart of Kampala, calling upon other investors to emulate Ham.
INVESTOR: Hamis Kiggundu
In a show moderated by senior journalist Ismail Kalumba Butannaziba, Kironde whose calls were once discontinued for blackmailing Hamis Kiggundu called in yesterday night, this time a reformed man. A soft speaking Kironde said, “We were misled to attack Hamis Kiggundu and frustrate him from constructing Nakivubo Stadium. We can now see a magnificent stadium he has constructed in the heart of Kampala and we are very proud of him. Thank you Ham for the work well done.” Kaliisa mu Ndeeba another regular radio talkshow caller joined Kironde to hail city businessman Hamis Kiggundu laighing at his colleagues who thought Ham will never complete the Stadium. Kaliisa who is a staunch supporter of Lordmayor Erias Likwago said, “We have now run-out of words. The Stadium is completed and it is going to be launched. What else can we tell the public? All Ugandans, lets stand up for Hamis Kiggundu’s applause, he has done it. Thank you Ham.” Lukwago is on record for frustrating Nakivubo Stadium and he leads on the list of those who falsely prophesized that Hamis will never put up such a standard stadium. Radical Kironde, Kaliisa and many others were taken by surprise this week, when latest photos and footage of Nakivubo stadium showed a completed multi billion Stadium in Kampala. They have now given up on their fight against development and chose to rally behind Kampala businessman Hamis Kiggundu.
Nakivubo Stadium
It all started when senior investigative journalist Moses Mugalula who was a panelist on the show yesterday night congratulated Haji Kiggundu on completion of the stadium and saluted the Head of State for the political support he is giving to investor Ham. Mugalula reminded listeners that due to his President Museveni’s influence, PAMOJA bid was a success and Uganda will cohost AFCON 2027 alongside Kenya and Tanzania. Nakivubo Stadium was identified to host AFCON matches.
Photo: President Museveni hosts Investor Hamis Kiggundu at State House Nakasero. Applauds him for constructing Nakivubo Stadium
BY MOSES MUGALULA NEWS EDITOR MEDIA
UGANDAN President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Tuesday invited to State House Nakasero tycoon Hamis Kiggundu of Ham Group of Companies and comended him for constructing a magnificent Nakivubo Stadium worth billions in the heart of Kampala ahead of AFCON 2027. For starters, Nakivubo Stadium was identified by Africa’s soccer governing body CAF, to host AFCON 2027 matches alongside Mandela National Stadium and others. A contented Museveni who was so pivotal in influencing PAMOJA bid said, “I am so ecstatic for this great achievement my son, thank you so much Hamis Kiggundu.” News Editor Media can exclusively report, The Head of State has confirmed to be the Chief guest at the reopening of Nakivubo Stadium, a mega function which will attract football leaders world over, football stars, world investors and other soccer fanatics across the globe. Not so many years ago, photos of tycoon Hamis Kiggundu showing President Museveni architectual plan of Nakivubo Stadium leaked, thank God he has delivered and job is done.
Photo: When Tycoon Hamis Kiggundu presented Architectual plan for the Development Nakivubo Stadium. A few years later, the Stadium is completed
PHOTO: Speaker Anita Among with husband Eng. Moses Magogo the FUFA President lay a wreath on the casket of Darius Mugoye
NEWS EDITOR MEDIA
THE Rt. Hon. Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among has appealed to leaders and all Ugandans to mind about the legacy they will leave behind when they die, other than focusing on individual achievements and possessions. The head of the August House said a lasting legacy should not solely be defined by one’s achievements or possessions but by the positive impact they have on others and the community. “Your legacy should not only be defined by material possessions but also, values, principles and the good deeds you instill in others,’’ Speaker Among said. She was eulogising the deceased 2nd FUFA Vice President Darius Mugoye during a funeral service held at St. Pauls Cathedral Namirembe Cathedral today Wednesday. Flanked by Members of Parliament David Kabanda (Kasambya County), Allan Ssewanyana (Makindye West) and others, Madam Speaker described the deceased as a devoted young man whose unwavering determination has made him make remarkable achievements in the world of sport that have inspired countless individuals to pursue their dreams.
EULOGY: Speaker Anita addressing mourners at St. Paul’s Church Namirembe today. On her right is Owek. Nakiwala Kiyingi, Hon. David Kabanda and Hon. Allan Ssewanyana
The Federation of Uganda Football Association (FUFA) announced the passing of Mugoya on Tuesday, November 7. At the time of his demise, Mugoye was an executive member of FUFA serving as the body’s second Vice president, under the leadership of President Moses Magogo. He also was also a delegate under former FUFA president Lawrence Mulindwa. He was very instrumental on the committee that was established by FUFA to oversee Uganda’s joint bid for co-hosting the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) which became a reality. He was also the owner of St. Mary’s Football Club, participating in the Kampala Regional League. The news of his passing has sparked an outpouring of grief on social media, with football enthusiasts, retired and current Uganda Cranes players, football administrators, and football clubs expressing their condolences and sharing fond memories. The deceased will be laid to rest on Thursday in Sheema District.
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PHOTO: Father of Nation, President Yoweri Museveni
THE Saemaul Undong movement was a community-driven development programme of South Korea in the 1970s. The movement contributed to improved community wellbeing in rural communities through agricultural production, household income, village life, communal empowerment and regeneration. Direct women participation in the programme was also vital for the South Korean development turn-around. So, how did a country with a dearth of natural resources, a sprawling population congested in a limited arable land transform itself to a modern industrial state within a generation? How could these have been achieved given the lingering geopolitical threats to its very survival as a state, as evidenced by the Korean War and the internecine aggressive posturing of its neighbor from the north? The short answer is that every leader and citizen of South Korea rallied behind the full implementation of this Saemaul Undong project, and the country was fundamentally turned around. In Uganda, our revolutionary leader, President Yoweri Museveni, launched the Parish Development Model (PDM) in 2022. Emphasising the importance of the progamme, the President described it as a multi-sectoral strategy that will create socio-economic transformation by moving 39% households out of subsistence economy into the money bracket. Building on the foundation for socio-economic transformation, which the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Government has laid by securing the entire country, building roads, hospitals, schools, water sources, dams to generate electricity and other public services, PDM Emyooga and other societal transformation projects should be fully implemented in order to transform our country.
AUTHOR: Manafwa Deputy RDC Kagenyi Lukka
Given the fact that PDM is the magic bullet that will extinguish poverty, every citizen must work tooth-and-nail to ensure that the programme is fully implemented, free of corruption and generally water-tight. Like President Museveni said recently, his vision is to enable all Ugandans to play their part in wealth creation if Uganda is to achieve collective development and prosperity through among other means practicing modern commercial and calculated agriculture to fight poverty at household level. Statistics indicated that the money economy has grown from 4% in 1969 to 68% currently. However, there is still a lot to be done to ensure that every homestead and every citizen joins the money economy. President Museveni has also time and again said that in this economy, we don’t need spectators. We need all people to be players. Under the PDM model, the Parish Chief is the coordinator of all Government efforts at each of the 10,594 parishes. Each parish has been directed to form a cooperative society through which Government support will be channeled. This model emphasises the approach of ensuring increased production, processing and marketing, infrastructure and service delivery at grass roots. The model is designed under seven pillars which include production, storage, processing and marketing. Infrastructure and economic services, financial Inclusion, social services, mindset change, Parish- based management information system, governance and administration are the other pillars. So, with this elaborate model that empowers social-economic transformation at the parish level, why would some people remain spectators while others are making money? It is time for every citizen above 18 years to join President Museveni’s wealth creation crusade. All you need to do is to join a Parish SACCO, and tap into the funds that Government will send to your Parish. The other thing that you need to do is report the corrupt people, who might mess the PDM programme.
The writer, Kagenyi Lukka is the Deputy RDC for Manafwa District
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YESTERDAY, experienced talk show host, Kungu Al-mahadi Adam, aka KAA, announced he is leaving BaBa Television after 3 years at the Ntinda based station, owned by ruling NRM former Member of Parliament Moses Balyeku. This leading investigative News Website reliably reveals, Kungu is heading for a better platform which is yet to be disclosed. However insiders say, Buganda Kingdom’s BBS Terefayina and Kin Karisa’s NBS have been all along yearning to sign for this fluent journalist. On his X platform (formerly Twitter), Kungu said he would communicate his next home in the next couple of days. Writing on his official social media platforms, Kungu said, “Today (Friday), I hang up the boots as an employee and political talk show host of Gangamuka show on BaBa TV. I thank my employers and colleagues for the opportunity, support, and allowing me to be myself.” His departure depletes Hon. Grace Moses Balyeku’s Baba TV of finest talent, having lost Sir Simon Muyanga a couple of months ago. Born 32 years ago, Kungu joined BaBa TV on November 1, 2020 and since, has been rising through the ranks. By resignation time, he has been the lead presenter of the station’s morning show, Gangamuka, and the host of Hot Cup at 9 which delves into topical political and social conversations in the country. Kungu holds a Bachelor of Mass Communication and Journalism. He is currently pursuing a masters degree in the same at Kampala International University. He started his journalism career as a political writer and reporter with Sunrise Newspaper in 2016 before joining SoftPower News. He would later in 2019 join Top Radio and TV before crossing to BaBa TV and Radio 4 in 2021. Kungu, as a pan-African journalist, has made several visits to various African countries, including Ethiopia and Somalia, and has extensively written about the conflict in Tigray. He is also the brain behind the changes at Businessman Balaam Barugahara’s Radio 4 that have now positioned it among the most listened to radio stations in the country. During his professional career, the provocative TV and radio journalist has hosted and interacted with various key decision makers in the country, including the President of Uganda, Gen Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. At the annual media engagement with the President at Nakasero State Lodge in December 2022, Kungu asked the President whether Uganda was to backtrack on its neutrality stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict following speculations that the U.S had attempted to use the US-Africa Leaders Summit to persuade him reconsider the position. In response, the President dismissed the speculation and added that Uganda is taking the stand because “it’s the correct one.” Over the years, Kungu has received both criticism and praise. Some viewers love his unique interviewing skills, while others find him provocative, aggressive, and sometimes satirical. Earlier this year, he, together with his former colleague at BaBa TV, Simon Muyanga Lutaaya, were suspended for relaying a satirical clip criticising parliament for approving a motion of censure against the housing minister, Persis Namuganza. The assembly penalised the minister because she had accused it of not giving her a fair hearing to address fraud allegations levelled against her. Here at News Editor Media, we wish Mr. KAA good luck at his new workstation.
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