National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer for Mukono district Margret Nakavubu has outlined an ambitious development agenda for Mukono District, promising to align her leadership with Uganda’s Constitution and the ruling party’s manifesto, while prioritizing empowerment for youth, women, and the girl child.
Speaking shortly after her nomination, Nakavubu said her vision for Mukono is grounded in implementing government programs and ensuring that national projects reach the people as intended.
“There is a lot of work that I intend to do for the people of Mukono District, but it should be aligned with the Constitution of Uganda and the NRM manifesto,” Nakavubu said. “We already revealed our manifesto, and it covers all sectors—education, health, road networks, youth and women empowerment. My responsibility is to make sure those programs are implemented.”
Youth Empowerment and Wealth Creation
On a personal level, Nakavubu said her priority will be to engage and uplift the youth in Mukono District to become productive and self-reliant citizens.
“I intend to engage young people to ensure they get out of poverty and work hard during their productive years to create wealth and become responsible citizens,” she emphasized.
She noted that empowering youth with skills and opportunities is key to transforming the community’s economic fortunes.
Focus on the Girl Child and Women
Nakavubu also vowed to champion the rights and welfare of girls, citing the need for stronger interventions to address preventable challenges faced by the girl child.
“The girl child faces many issues that are preventable, but the challenge has been leaders who are not passionate about helping. We want to give a helping hand so that the girl child makes it and competes equally,” she said.
For women, particularly widows and those struggling to sustain their families, Nakavubu plans to launch empowerment programs aimed at improving livelihoods.
“We want to help women reach a level where they can support their children, sustain their families, and contribute to the development of Mukono and the country at large,” she added.
“This Is My Time”
Responding to questions about her persistence in previous elections, Nakavubu dismissed the notion that she has been “trying” and instead described her political journey as a process of divine preparation.
“I have not been trying; I have been doing my job, and the Lord has been preparing me. I believe now is the time. The indicators are clear—I don’t think any of my competitors will beat me in any aspect,” she said confidently.
Nakavubu expressed optimism about her chances, citing her strong relationship with the people of Mukono and her years of service on the ground.
“I have served the people, they know me, and I believe I am now a brand in this district,” she added.
Backed by Local Leadership
Her candidature has received praise from local leaders, including former Mukono District Chairperson Francis Lukooya, who described her as a dynamic leader with a wide network in parliamentary circles—an asset he believes will benefit the district.
“She has strong networks within Parliament’s technical staff, and I am very sure she can use them to lobby for our district,” Lukooya said. “Mukono requires leaders who can lobby for development, especially because our infrastructure is still poor.”
He emphasized the importance of teamwork between the district chairperson and the Woman MP, noting that their roles are complementary in driving Mukono’s development.
“A district chairperson implements, while a Woman MP lobbies. I know with Nakavubu, we can work closely to transform this district,” Lukooya, the current NRM flag bearer for District LC5 position concluded.
As campaigns heat up, Nakavubu’s message of faith, empowerment, and aligned governance has already begun resonating with many voters across Mukono—setting the stage for a potentially defining contest in the 2026 general elections.
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