Kizza Besigye’s Political Return: A Soft Landing for NRM in 2026 Elections
The recent consultative meetings led by Kizza Besigye's FDC Katonga faction indicate a new political development in Uganda as the country approaches the 2026 elections. However, despite his rhetoric against President Museveni, it is becoming increasingly clear that Besigye poses more of a threat to Bobi Wine than he does to the incumbent leader politically. This article will discuss the likely implications of Besigye's return and the challenges the opposition faces in its pursuit of change.
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The Strategic Tactics of Besigye: How the NRM Agent Exploits Opposition Fights for Political Advantage
Retired Colonel Dr. Kizza Besigye, a four-time presidential candidate, has recently declared his political comeback with bold claims of removing President Museveni from power before the 2026 general elections. While many may see Besigye as a strong opposition politician, it is important to critically evaluate his political career and the underlying motivations behind his actions. It becomes apparent that Besigye's role has been to present himself as a viable alternative for Uganda's leadership while working diligently to prevent any...
Opposition Leaders in Uganda; Unreliable Merchants of Politics of Deception
Bobi Wine has recently received backlash from his supporters and other Ugandans after he castigated NUP councillor Ali Kateregga for requesting President Museveni to pardon and release NUP suspects who are languishing in different detention centres for various crimes.
Ugandans wondered how Bobi Wine, who has been parading himself as a pro-people politician and human rights defender, turns out to be unhappy with any dialogue aimed at freeing his supporters, who have been in jail for more than 3 years....
NUP Members Turn Guns on Themselves after Failing to Remove ‘the Dictator’
A group of self-seeking individuals comprised of journalists Joel Ssenyonyi, Raymond Mujuni, and then lecturer David Rubongoya took advantage of the prevailing political environment in 2020. A wave dubbed the People Power Movement was sweeping across the country to forge a rare political grouping aimed at ousting the reigning President, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, whom they refer to as “the dictator.”
The group brought onboard Firebase hoodlums led by Robert Kyagulanyi, aka Bobi Wine, under the People Power Movement, who had...
The Controversy of Bobi Wines’ Reliance on So-Called Political Prisoners for Political Relevance
Ali Kateregga, a NUP councilor in Masaka City, while meeting President Yoweri K. Museveni at State House, requested that President Museveni release all the political prisoners since most of them were misled by NUP political self-seekers. Kateregga had escorted Balaam Barugahara and other newly appointed ministers for a swearing-in ceremony.
“We know that they committed crimes like burning tires and beating up people, but most of them were misled by political self-seekers; releasing them is the best Easter gift you...
Bobi Wine, a Reactionary, Predictable Politician That Will Not Last Long on Uganda’s Political Scene
Ugandans have recently criticized National Unity Platform president Robert Kyagulanyi for how he handled his vice president in charge of the central region, Mathias Mpuuga, who represents the Nyendo-Mukungwe division in Masaka city.
When the social media parliament exhibition came up and Mpuuga was cited in what was called a service award deal alongside the NRM commissioners, Bobi Wine immediately issued a letter forcing Mpuuga to resign, something that made Ugandans continue to doubt Bobi Wine’s leadership skills. Bobi Wine's...