EDITOR
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni was officially nominated on Tuesday as the National Resistance Movement (NRM) presidential flag bearer for the 2026–2031 term, reaffirming his leadership of the ruling party and outlining an ambitious agenda for Uganda’s next phase of growth.
Speaking shortly after his nomination, President Museveni reflected on the country’s transformation since he first assumed power in 1986.
“Where we are moving to now is to again convince the people of Uganda of what has been achieved in the past, and what we are planning to do next,” he said.
The President highlighted two central priorities for the coming term. The first focuses on partnering with Uganda’s expanding middle class and international investors to propel the nation from its current lower–middle-income status to a high–middle-income economy, ultimately advancing toward first-world standards.
“If you check the figures, the GDP of Uganda has doubled—from about $34 billion to $66 billion. To double the size of GDP in one term is not a mean achievement,” Museveni said, attributing the growth to improved infrastructure, electricity, telecommunications, and a highly educated workforce. He emphasized that Uganda’s stability continues to attract global investment.
The second priority targets “mass issues,” ensuring ordinary citizens benefit from economic gains. Key pledges include involving every Ugandan in the money economy, providing free education for all children in government schools, timely maintenance of roads, strengthening healthcare with guaranteed essential medicines, and delivering safe water to every village.
“Everybody must be involved in the money economy,” Museveni stressed, underlining that inclusive growth will be the backbone of his next administration.
The NRM leader is expected to elaborate on these priorities during a major address at Kololo Grounds, signaling a campaign built on both past achievements and a vision for deeper socio-economic transformation.
Museveni’s nomination was supported by key party figures, including First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports Janet Museveni, NRM Secretary General Richard Todwong, Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja, and other ministers.
