Summary:
- “We are tired of your money buying people during elections and funding your agents and friends rather than focusing on the service delivery of our area. Therefore, we are not ready to vote for you come 2026,” one resident declared.
RUKUNGIRI: Residents of Kyabahanga parish in Bwambara sub-county, Rukungiri district, have expressed their dissatisfaction with the Minister of Security and Rujumbura County legislator, Hon. Maj. Gen. Jim Muhwezi, accusing him of unfulfilled promises and neglecting their community’s needs.
During a meeting held on Friday, attended by passionate locals and community leaders, grievances were aired regarding promises made by Hon. Muhwezi, including the provision of water from Ntungwa River to Kayaga Center and throughout Bwambara Sub County.
One of the residents mentioned their long wait for electricity in vain, as they only see unwired electric poles that were put in place by the former Rujumbura County legislator, Hon. Fred Turyamuhweza, in 2020.
CUE IN RESIDENTS……ON JIM………RR//
Residents expressed frustration over the lack of progress on critical infrastructure projects such as a hospital for the parish, the Rushaya Bridge linking Bwambara, Kyabahanga, and Kikarara parishes, and essential road improvements. They were particularly annoyed by the distribution of small tokens to a few individuals from Bwambara parish to buy soap, salt, and sh.2000 during elections, along with the influence exerted by Bwambara-Kampala residents, which they said should come to an end.
Residents also highlighted issues with the electrification efforts in the area. Despite the presence of electricity poles and infrastructure, they alleged that Hon. Muhwezi had obstructed efforts for households to connect to the power supply, citing bureaucratic hurdles imposed on local engineers.
CUE IN RESIDENTS…..ON LACK OF SERVICES………RR//
In response to these perceived failures, the community has rallied behind new candidates whom they believe will prioritize their interests and deliver on long-overdue promises. Mary Paula Turyahikayo for Woman MP of Rukungiri District and Frank Rukanirwa for MP of Rujumbura Constituency have emerged as frontrunners, supported by the community’s strong endorsement.
“We are tired of your money buying people during elections and funding your agents and friends rather than focusing on the service delivery of our area. Therefore, we are not ready to vote for you come 2026,” one resident declared.
CUE IN RESIDENTS…..SPITTING FIRE………RR//
In a proactive move to document their grievances and demands, residents meticulously compiled evidence in written form, distributing copies to every LC1 chairperson across the parish. This concerted effort aims to hold elected officials accountable and ensure that future leaders are held to higher standards of transparency and responsiveness.
