By KT Reporter
The First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs, Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, met with NRM delegates from Greater Mukono, urging them to stand firm with her as she seeks leadership in the party.
Kadaga is contesting for the position of National Vice Chairperson (female) for the NRM’s Central Executive Committee-CEC.
Kadaga met delegates from Mukono, Buikwe, Kayunga, and Buvuma districts at Grand Praclos Hotel in Mukono Town. Kadaga used the platform to highlight her achievements in the region and across the country.
“I have fought for proper working space for fishermen. Just yesterday, the president met their representatives in Jinja and allocated a Shs1 billion grant per fisheries association. I have also asked him to stop the sale of illegal fishing gear and fast-track the operationalisation of the Fisheries Act,” Kadaga said to applause.
She emphasised her commitment to party structures, calling for transparency in resource allocation at the NRM secretariat.
“Abandonment of structural leaders after elections is something we must end. My goal now is to ensure proper management of funds so that the grassroots can benefit. Resources like vehicles and motorcycles must be allocated based on responsibility,” she added.
Kadaga also emphasised that her candidacy is about service, not self-interest.
“I was in Parliament for years and never faced accusations of corruption. Leadership is about sacrifice, not scandals,” she said.
Speaker after speaker praised Kadaga’s legacy, pointing to her integrity, accessibility, and unwavering defence of local interests.
Stephen Kigundu, Mukono delegate, commended Kadaga for her national service under the NRM.
“She has been a symbol of dedication and patriotism. Her leadership continues to inspire us.”
From Buikwe, David Mutebi, a former legislator, lauded Kadaga’s role in transforming transport across Lake Victoria.
“During the 10th Parliament, she spearheaded the push for a new ferry at Kiyindi. This eased transport and boosted economic activity between Buikwe and Buvuma.”
He also highlighted her support for disaster response and stabilising sugarcane prices.
“She stood strong to streamline better pricing for sugarcane growers and ensured regular government consignments during disasters in Buikwe.”
Daisy Ssonko from Mukono Municipality described Kadaga as a pillar of trust and competence.
“Voting for Kadaga is a simple reward for her hard work and trusted leadership. She will shake and empower the party’s structural leadership.”
Mutwalibu Kizza from Kayunga delivered a fiery historical appeal, crediting Kadaga for removing term limits that enabled President Museveni’s long stay in power.
Judith Nagujja from Buvuma praised Kadaga for her educational sponsorships targeting vulnerable children and standing up for the island communities-URN. Give us feedback on this story through our email: kamwokyatimes@gmail.com
