“We shall fight hard to ensure any tendencies to rig and manipulate this election are defeated,” Akena declared. This commitment to election integrity has become a central theme of the UPC’s campaign, resonating with voters concerned about fair representation.The UPC’s candidate, Meble Ingabire has echoed this sentiment focusing her campaign on accountability and improved public services. Her platform, which includes significant reforms in healthcare and education, has gained support among Kisoro residents.
The by-election, scheduled for November 14, is expected to be competitive. Alongside Ingabire, other candidates include Rose Kabagyeni of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) and independent candidate Akifeza Grace Ngabirano. As the election day approaches, the UPC’s focus on election integrity and public service reform has created a wave of anticipation in Kisoro. The party’s commitment to fighting potential rigging has added an extra layer of scrutiny to the electoral process, potentially influencing the conduct of all parties involved in the by-election.