Summary:
The Vice Chairperson (Female) role has previously been a hotly contested position within the NRM. In 2020, Kadaga, who is now the Minister of East African Community Affairs, defeated Persis Namuganza in a tightly fought race, garnering 6,776 votes against Namuganza’s 4,943 votes.
Kabale: Male Youth Councilors from Western Uganda have officially endorsed Rebecca Kadaga to retain her position as NRM Vice Chairperson (Female), citing her strong leadership and commitment to the party.
The endorsement was made during a meeting at White Horse Inn, Kabale, led by Hon. Wilfred Arinda Nshekantebirwe, the LC5 Male Youth Councillor for Rubanda District. He described Kadaga as an experienced leader who has significantly contributed to both the party and the country.
“Kadaga has been in leadership for many years and knows how to unite people. She has helped women and young people find their place in the party. We need her to continue,” said Hon. Wilfred Arinda Nshekantebirwe.
Kadaga, who currently serves as First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs, made history as Uganda’s first female Speaker of Parliament, a position she held for a decade. She is widely respected for her dedication to Uganda and the NRM party.
Youth leaders from various districts in Western Uganda praised Kadaga’s leadership and unwavering commitment to the party’s growth.
Ronald Bagamuhunda (Kabale District): “Kadaga has helped keep NRM strong. She unites people, and we need her to continue.”
Tweisgye Elias (Rukiga District): “She has always worked to ensure inclusivity in the party. We cannot afford to lose such a leader.”
Mbabazi James (Rwampara District): “Kadaga is a mother in leadership. She listens to people and supports them.”
Johns Tukesiga (Mbarara City): “She has strengthened NRM, and we must support her to continue her good work.”
Bwambale Patrick (Kasese Municipality): “Kadaga’s leadership has benefited our party. She understands what the people need.”
Asemera Michael (Kabarole District): “Kadaga has always supported young people and women in the party. We trust her to keep making the right decisions.”
Speaker Anita Among also announced her plans to contest for the position of Vice Chairperson (Female) in the National Resistance Movement (NRM).
“I am not standing for the position of Vice Chairperson-Eastern Region. I am going to stand for the national Vice Chairperson-Female. That is the one I am aiming for. I represent the whole country, not just the Eastern Region,” Among stated.
A Competitive Position:
The Vice Chairperson (Female) role has previously been a hotly contested position within the NRM. In 2020, Kadaga, who is now the Minister of East African Community Affairs, defeated Persis Namuganza in a tightly fought race, garnering 6,776 votes against Namuganza’s 4,943 votes.
Currently, Speaker Among does not hold a significant leadership position within the NRM despite her role as Speaker of Parliament, the third-highest office in the country.
Her announcement is seen as an effort to solidify her transition from her former affiliation with the opposition Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) and fully integrate into the NRM’s leadership structure.
