Summary:
- Minister Bahati cautioned the public against engaging in identity politics, emphasizing that sectarianism contradicts the NRM’s goal of uniting the country for development.
KABALE: Politicians in Ndorwa West County, Kabale district, turned a fundraising event for completing a priest’s house at Karujanga Catholic Church in Katuna Town Council into a political platform, leaving Christians in shock.
The event featured State Minister for Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives David Bahati as the Chief Guest, alongside Eliab Mporera, a lawyer and the Chief Executive Officer of PHLEB Associated Advocates. Counsel Mporera has declared his intention to contest the Ndorwa West constituency parliamentary seat, which Minister Bahati has held since 2006.
As various speakers took the podium over the weekend, political sentiments began to rise. Canon Enock Kazooba, LC3 Chairperson for Ryakarimira town council, and Champion Edward Bannet, LC3 Chairperson, expressed their support for either Minister Bahati or Mporera. Minister Bahati asked Christians not to have any political fear, assuring them of victory when the time for campaigns and elections arrives.
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During his remarks, Minister Bahati cautioned the public against engaging in identity politics, emphasizing that sectarianism contradicts the NRM’s goal of uniting the country for development. He stressed that the issues the government aims to address are universal and impact everyone equally, regardless of social class. Minister Bahati left the event shortly after his speech to attend to other duties.
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Counsel Mporera, acknowledging the political tone of the event, also expressed his ambitions during his speech.
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Additionally, he encouraged parents to prioritize their children’s education for a brighter future.
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The fundraising event successfully raised over Ushs 25 million to complete the priests’ house.
