Namutumba, Uganda – Uganda’s State Housing, Princess Persis Namuganza, has officially announced her 2026–2031 re-election bid for Bukono County MP seat in Namutumba District.
A strong advocate for grassroots development and land rights, Namuganza reaffirmed her commitment to elevating the voices of her constituents, especially youth, women and marginalized communities.
"Challenges are not roadblocks, they are stepping stones. Let's use them to learn and become stronger. Your voices matter. Your votes matter," she stated.
A Resilient Leader with a Developmental Agenda.
Since her election in 2016, Namuganza has played a transformational role in Bukono County through infrastructure, education, health and economic empowerment programs.
Education: Spearheaded the construction and renovation of primary and secondary schools, distributed bursaries, and provided scholarships for underprivileged students.
- Agriculture and Economic Empowerment: Distributed coffee seedlings, fertilizers, and modern farming tools to local farmers, empowering communities to engage in sustainable agribusiness.
- Infrastructure: Advocated for rural electrification programs, improved road networks, and facilitated clean water projects in Bukono County.
- Women & Youth Empowerment: Funded skills development programs such as tailoring, crafts, and entrepreneurship, creating employment opportunities for young people and women-led groups.
Political Resilience and Impact.
Despite political battles and controversies, Namuganza has remained steadfast in her fight for social justice and service delivery.
- Defied political suppression and emerged as one of NRM’s boldest leaders advocating for fair representation.
- Survived a parliamentary censure motion in 2023, which many viewed as a politically motivated attack against her outspoken stance on land matters.
- Continues to push for equitable land policies to protect landlords, tenants and indigenous communities.
As Bukono County gears up for the 2026 elections, Namuganza is expected to campaign on a platform of strengthening service delivery, defending land rights, and ensuring government accountability.