President Yoweri Museveni kicked off his 2026 re-election bid with rallies in Arua and Madi-Okollo, promising road upgrades, victim compensation for LRA atrocities, rural electrification, and industrialization. Accompanied by boda boda processions, the events drew large crowds amid tight security. Museveni emphasized forgiveness and reconciliation to foster unity. These pledges address longstanding regional grievances, potentially swaying voters in this key area. However, opposition figures question the feasibility, citing past unfulfilled promises. The rallies signal an intensifying electoral landscape as Uganda approaches the polls. Review powered by GrokAI
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