BY KABUGHO ELIAS
WAKISO DISTRICT, Uganda — A new political pressure group, the Uganda Freedom Front (UFF), has officially been launched in central Uganda, positioning itself as a non-electoral movement dedicated to advancing good governance, public accountability, and youth empowerment.
The organisation was formally unveiled during a press briefing held on June 8, 2026, in Katale, Wakiso District. During the event, UFF leaders also announced the establishment of a temporary national secretariat in Ssumba, Wakiso District, which will serve as the movement’s coordination centre as it expands its activities across the country.
According to its founders, the Uganda Freedom Front will operate outside Uganda’s formal electoral framework and will neither field nor endorse candidates for political office. Instead, the movement intends to influence governance through civic engagement, policy advocacy, and citizen mobilisation.
The interim leadership of the organisation was unveiled at the launch, with Ggumisiriza Isaac appointed as Interim Chairman, Ndagishe Aliyi as Secretary General, and Ssenyonga Davis as Deputy Spokesperson.
Speaking during the launch, Secretary General Ndagishe Aliyi said the movement was established to strengthen citizen participation in governance while promoting accountability and institutional reform. He noted that by remaining non-electoral, the organisation would be able to focus on long-term governance and development challenges without being constrained by electoral interests.
Aliyi emphasized that the movement aims to create platforms through which citizens, particularly young people, can actively engage in national discussions and contribute to shaping Uganda’s future.
The Uganda Freedom Front identified youth digital empowerment and economic inclusion as one of its key priorities, with programmes aimed at equipping young people with skills and opportunities necessary to participate in the growing digital economy. The organisation also plans to promote constitutional awareness and civic education to enhance public understanding of governance structures, constitutional rights, and civic responsibilities.
In addition, UFF intends to champion political advocacy and public accountability by engaging government institutions and other stakeholders on issues related to transparency, governance, and service delivery.
As part of its expansion strategy, the movement announced plans to establish regional coordination structures throughout the country and work closely with youth groups, civil society organisations, and community leaders to broaden its reach and impact.
The launch of the Uganda Freedom Front marks the beginning of what its leaders describe as a sustained political advocacy initiative designed to influence governance discourse and promote citizen participation outside the arena of traditional electoral competition.
