The belated Women’s Day celebrations in Rubanda District took an unexpected turn into a political rally, despite the Electoral Commission not yet officially opening the campaigns for the 2026 General Elections.
The event, which drew thousands from across the district, saw incumbent and aspiring political candidates seizing the opportunity to rally public support. Many attendees were spotted wearing T-shirts promoting various politicians and candidates even before the event officially began.
At around 12:30 PM, Rubanda District Women MP aspirant Jackline Katabazi made a dramatic entrance to the venue, heavily guarded by security personnel, with her convoy of supporters brandishing her posters. Later, at around 2:30 PM, incumbent Rubanda District Woman MP Prossy Akampurira Mbabazi arrived with her own convoy of supporters, who overpowered the security at a roadblock near the venue.
During his speech, Rubanda District Chairman Steven Ampaire Kasyaba introduced several politicians, including aspiring candidates, using the platform to endorse the Guest of Honor, Rubanda East MP Henry Musasizi Ariganyira, for the upcoming elections. Musasizi reciprocated by expressing his support for Kasyaba in the 2026 general elections, highlighting Kasyaba’s contributions to district development and service delivery.
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Prossy Akampurira Mbabazi urged voters to embrace peaceful politics to avoid disrupting service delivery in the district. Rubanda West Member Moses Kamuntu Mwongyera also appealed to voters, asking them not to vote him out, as he is beginning to see the benefits of his parliamentary role.
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After the official function, Jackline Katabazi and other aspiring candidates were seen mingling in the corners of the playground, engaging with gatherings and distributing money.
According to the Electoral Commission Road Map, Parliamentary candidates’ nominations are scheduled for Tuesday, September 16, and Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Polling will be held between Monday, January 12, and Monday, February 9, 2026, in accordance with Article 62(2) of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda.
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