BUHWEJU District : Grace Agaba Byarugaba, who is contesting for the Buhweju County Parliamentary seat, has reaffirmed the district’s strong support for President Yoweri Museveni ahead of the 2026 general elections.
Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of National Resistance Movement Presidential candidate rally held yesterday at Engaju Secondary School Playgrounds in Buhweju District, Byarugaba said that Buhweju has consistently voted for President Museveni because residents believe he has played a key role in stabilizing the country and ensuring peace for all Ugandans.
She further noted that one of the most significant achievements for the people of Buhweju under President Museveni’s leadership was the granting of district status.
Byarugaba said that since Buhweju became a district, local leaders and residents have viewed it as a major opportunity for development and getting closer to government services.
Looking ahead to the next five years, the people of Buhweju are urging the NRM government and President Museveni in particular to prioritize improved service delivery.
Their key demands include better road networks, enhanced healthcare services, clean piped water, and the development of schools and hospitals. Byarugaba emphasized the need for essential medical equipment such as ambulances and CT scans to ensure residents receive quality healthcare.
She also highlighted that President Museveni has repeatedly expressed readiness to work with Buhweju, acknowledging it as one of the districts that strongly supports the NRM. However, she noted that in the last decade, some political leaders misled sections of the community to support opposition candidates. As a result, the current MP has struggled to work effectively with the central government, leading to gaps in service delivery.
Byarugaba stated that many residents now want a representative who can collaborate closely with the government to secure the services they need. She said that the people of Buhweju have rallied behind her candidacy because she is one of their own and committed to championing their interests in Parliament.
“As Ugandans, we know that it is difficult for a leader to work in isolation without government support,” she said. “I am ready to work hand-in-hand with the government to bring services closer to our people.”
She added that Buhweju’s economy relies heavily on activities such as waragi distillation, tea cultivation, crop farming, and the production of millet, beans, and other agricultural goods. However, poor road infrastructure continues to hinder farmers from transporting their produce to markets—one of the key issues she hopes to address if elected.
