Muhangi Takes Kampala Central Campaign to the Doorstep as 2026 Race Heats Up
With Uganda’s 2026 General Election drawing closer, the political temperature in Kampala Central is steadily rising, and Independent parliamentary aspirant Moses Muhangi has moved to the grassroots in a bid to win voter confidence.
Muhangi, who also serves as President of the Uganda Boxing Federation (UBF), has launched an intensive door-to-door campaign across the constituency, positioning himself as a people-centred candidate focused on direct engagement rather than rally politics.
On Friday, the Kampala Central hopeful met residents of Kololo–4 Village, where he laid out his development agenda and appealed for support ahead of the January 15, 2026 parliamentary elections. Addressing community members, Muhangi emphasized inclusive leadership and promised representation rooted in constant consultation with voters.
Running as an independent, Muhangi said his campaign is anchored on listening to residents’ everyday challenges and translating them into practical legislative action.
“My commitment is to work with all residents, regardless of background, to ensure their voices are heard in Parliament. Quality representation must be guided by the opinions and advice of the people,” he told the gathering.
At the heart of his manifesto are ten key priorities, including increased investment in sports infrastructure, youth employment creation, improved internet access, people-centred governance, fair and expanded taxation, improved healthcare services, better road networks, safer working environments, stronger inclusion of women and youth, and increased budgetary allocation to drive Kampala’s development.
A strong advocate for sports development, Muhangi has repeatedly rallied the sports fraternity in Kampala Central to back his candidature. He argues that increased funding for sports across all disciplines can unlock youth potential, create jobs, and foster social cohesion.
“Sports is not just recreation; it is an economic driver and a tool for unity. I will lobby for a larger national sports budget to empower young talent and transform communities,” he said.
Muhangi’s entry into the race adds to an already crowded field for the Kampala Central parliamentary seat. He will face competition from a diverse lineup that includes independent candidate Suzan Kushaba, People’s Front for Freedom’s Abdallah Walangalira, National Unity Platform Secretary General David Lewis Rubongoya, Democratic Front’s Nakuya Aidah, NRM’s Kampala Minister Minsa Kabanda, Abraham Luzzi, among others.
The seat is currently held by Muhammad Nsereko of the Ecological Party, who is expected to step aside at the end of the current parliamentary term.
As the campaign momentum builds, Muhangi is scheduled to continue his outreach on Sunday, December 21, with a voter engagement meeting in Bukesa Parish, as he seeks to consolidate grassroots support in what is shaping up to be one of the most competitive races in the capital.