“We Want Leaders Who Deliver”: Mityana Residents Voice Their Demands Ahead of 2026 Elections
As the countdown to Uganda’s 2026 general elections gathers pace, residents of Mityana District are sending a clear message: they are tired of rhetoric and political drama. What they want now are leaders who deliver — leaders who fix roads, improve schools, create jobs, and fight corruption without hiding behind party colors.
From Party Loyalty to Performance
In Mityana’s trading centers and rural villages, conversations that once centered on political parties have shifted toward performance and accountability. Many voters say they’ve learned from past experiences and now want leaders who will tangibly improve their lives.
“We have followed parties for years but our lives haven’t changed,” said Jane Nakabugo, a market vendor in Mityana Town. “This time, we’re voting for people who can show us results — not those who just talk big at rallies.”
The sentiment is widely shared among youth groups, boda boda riders, and women’s associations who stress that service delivery should come before political allegiance.
Demand for Accountability and Honest Governance
Residents are also demanding integrity from those seeking office. Many accuse current leaders of neglecting the people after elections and worry about possible irregularities in the upcoming polls.
“We are tired of elections where results are already known,” said Moses Ssemanda, a youth leader from Busimbi. “If leaders want our votes, they must respect our voices and stop stealing our future.”
Local civic groups have reported that corruption and petty bribery remain rampant in public offices, further eroding public trust. Mityana voters insist that 2026 should usher in a new era of transparency and accountability.
Jobs, Development, and Real Change
Top on the list of voter priorities is economic empowerment. With unemployment and limited business opportunities affecting many households, residents say they want leaders who will focus on job creation and practical development.
“Our children finish school but can’t find jobs,” lamented Paul Kayiwa, a retired teacher. “We want leaders who will invest in factories, skills, and local businesses — not those who come to give handouts during campaigns.”
Some aspiring candidates have promised to prioritize infrastructure, agriculture, and youth entrepreneurship. However, locals remain cautious, saying they’ll believe promises only when results are visible.
Disillusionment Over Party Wrangles
The ongoing internal conflicts within major parties — especially the National Unity Platform (NUP) — have left many Mityana residents frustrated. They say the infighting is distracting leaders from their duty to the people.
“We voted for unity, but now all we see is division,” said Aisha Namuddu, a tailor in Mityana Town. “Leaders are busy fighting each other instead of serving the people. We’re watching, and we’ll choose wisely this time.”
While local NUP officials are calling for unity and warning against independents, voters insist that what matters most is delivery — not discipline within party lines.
Land, Education, and Federalism Take Center Stage
Beyond political rivalries, three issues dominate community discussions:
- Land grabbing: Residents accuse some leaders of turning a blind eye to illegal evictions and land disputes.
- Education standards: Locals are demanding better investment in schools, teacher pay, and learning materials.
- Federalism debate: Presidential aspirant Robert Kasibante of the National Peasants Party has stirred interest with his pledge to implement a federal system aimed at improving service delivery and local accountability.
“This Time, It’s About Results”
As the campaign season intensifies, Mityana’s electorate appears more vigilant and discerning than ever before.
“We’ve had enough of the noise,” said Richard Mulindwa, a boda boda rider from Kalangaalo. “This time, it’s about results. We’ll vote for those who work — not those who just talk.”
With less than a year to election day, Mityana’s call for results-based leadership reflects a broader national mood — one defined by impatience with corruption, fatigue with political theatrics, and a growing hunger for action-driven governance.