- General Muhoozi Kainerugaba published a seven-point party vision on X, outlining his political agenda for Uganda
- The UPDF commander listed removal of corrupt and ageing leaders as a central objective of the new party
- Muhoozi's declaration came weeks after he announced his presidential ambitions ahead of his father's eventual succession
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General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Commander of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), has published a seven-point political manifesto on X, declaring the "formation of a party" and outlining sweeping goals that include ousting corrupt officials and ageing leaders from power.
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Muhoozi posted the vision statement on Thursday, October 22, framing it as a collective effort by Ugandans who have "united themselves" to serve their country.
Muhoozi's seven-point agenda
The manifesto opens by pledging to uphold the ideals of President Yoweri Museveni, Muhoozi's father, before pivoting to a sharp call for political renewal.
The second objective states the party intends to "remove bad leaders who are old and corrupt," adding that Uganda would be "liberated" from "the hands of thieves."
"We love our parents, but we must save our land," he said.
Subsequent objectives cover national freedom, ethnic unity, economic development, and improved public services.
"Third objective: Freedom for the nation. Ugandans should enjoy the freedom of their country. Fourth objective: Unity of the people. Remove all discrimination, division, and tribalism. Fifth objective: The country's economy. We will improve the national economy and promote development. Sixth objective: Service to the people. We will improve people's lives and ensure they have a better standard of living," he stated.
The seventh point returns to the anti-corruption theme, vowing to "remove thieves, drive away corrupt officials, and get rid of bad leaders."
The declaration is notable for its internal tension: Muhoozi simultaneously honours his father's legacy and calls for removing the very category of elderly, long-serving leaders that Museveni, now 82 years old, represents.
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Presidential ambitions in focus
Muhoozi has previously expressed interest in succeeding his father as Uganda's head of state, making the manifesto's release significant in the context of the country's political landscape.
Museveni has held power since January 1986, making him one of Africa's longest-serving leaders. His continued rule under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) has drawn sustained criticism from opposition figures, who cite widespread corruption, abductions, killings, and the torture of political opponents as evidence of deteriorating governance.
Despite those pressures, Museveni has won successive elections, maintaining a firm grip on state institutions, including the military, which his son now leads.
By positioning himself as a champion of anti-corruption reform while simultaneously affirming loyalty to Museveni's ideals, Muhoozi appears to be laying groundwork for a political transition that preserves the family's influence while distancing itself from the failings associated with the current administration.
The party's name was not disclosed in the post.
Source: TUKO.co.ke