MICHAEL N
As the National Resistance Movement (NRM) intensifies mobilization for the 2026 general elections under the theme “Protecting the Gains,” leaders and residents of Ntungamo District have identified several achievements they believe must be safeguarded.
Our reporter engaged various local leaders and residents to assess the key gains realized in service delivery and the implementation of government programs in the district.
Speaking to our reporter, Rwahi–Rwentobo Town Council NRM Chairperson, Muhinda Fred, cited freedom of expression as one of the major achievements enjoyed by Ugandans under the NRM government. He also pointed to the Parish Development Model (PDM) and improvements in education, noting that programs such as Universal Primary Education (UPE) and Universal Secondary Education (USE) have made education more accessible and affordable to many families.
The Senior Presidential Advisor on Agriculture and Local Leadership, Peace Rugambwa, highlighted that President Yoweri Museveni has introduced several poverty-alleviation programs aimed at improving household incomes and uplifting the living standards of Ugandans.
On matters of security, Justus Karuhanga noted that while some regions have experienced isolated insecurity incidents linked to refugee movements, Ntungamo District remains largely peaceful. He cited the regular passage of UNHCR vehicles through the district to refugee settlements in Isingiro and surrounding areas as a sign of regional stability and Uganda’s continued commitment to hosting refugees.
Meanwhile, Rushenyi Member of Parliament, Naome Kabasharira, who previously served as Ntungamo Woman MP, commended the government for improvements in the education sector. She revealed that 11 out of the 34 sub-counties in Ntungamo now have government seed secondary schools, in addition to the growth of private schools. She further noted that electricity coverage has expanded greatly compared to the past when most households relied on lamps. Road infrastructure has also improved, enhancing access to markets, hospitals, schools, and places of worship.
The Ntungamo District NRM Chairperson, Janet Kataha Museveni, emphasized that government wealth-creation programs including PDM, Emyooga, Operation Wealth Creation, and the Youth Livelihood Fund continue to empower communities economically. She further noted that the health sector has registered significant progress, with almost every sub-county now hosting either a Health Centre III or IV to provide essential medical services to residents.
Leaders and residents describe these developments as critical gains that should be protected and strengthened as the country heads toward the 2026 general elections.
