A section of National Resistance Movement (NRM) leaders in Rwampara District has called on Woman MP Molly Asiimwe Musiime to run as an independent candidate in the 2026 general elections following her defeat in the party primaries, where she lost to Annah Kansiime in a closely contested race.
Addressing journalists on Wednesday in Mbarara City, the leaders praised Asiimwe for spearheading numerous development initiatives in the district, including the establishment of seed schools, improvement of road infrastructure, and the construction of a hatchery.
Owobushorozi David, Mayor of Mwizi–Kabura Town Council, commended Asiimwe for her contributions, highlighting projects such as piped water and seed schools that are already transforming the lives of residents.
He appealed to President Museveni to allow Asiimwe to contest independently, stating, “We still need our daughter. It is unfortunate that our victory was taken, but we are ready to re-elect her as our Member of Parliament. We are not ready to lose a golden leader like Molly Asiimwe.”
Amon Niwarimpa, NRM Secretary for Bugamba Sub-county, echoed the sentiment, emphasizing that Asiimwe has faithfully served the party for many years.
“Asiimwe has worked for the party for a long time and deserves the freedom to stand as an independent candidate. It’s not the first time party leaders have contested independently, so our daughter should also be allowed to stand and serve us again as our Member of Parliament,” he said.
Speaking to the media recently, Molly Asiimwe said her bid for re-election is driven by a desire to complete crucial development projects still in progress.
“As a district, we have made progress, but much remains to be done. Some of the projects I started are not yet complete, and I feel duty-bound to see them through,” she said.
She highlighted the Nyakiraguju–Bugamba–Kitwe and Ruti–Mwizi–Kabuyanda roads, which were included in the National Development Plan IV, as key projects that have not yet been tarmacked.
“These roads are critical for development. I successfully lobbied to have them included in NDP IV, and I will pursue them to completion,” Asiimwe said.
On water supply, she noted that the Mwizi–Kabura water project is scheduled for implementation in the upcoming quarter, and she is committed to ensuring its completion.
Asiimwe also highlighted challenges in road infrastructure, noting that Rwampara recently received its road unit and currently has only two machines instead of four, which has slowed progress.
“My priority is to ensure we get all the necessary equipment so that our roads are properly done,” she said.
In education, she stressed that several seed schools she lobbied for are yet to be constructed.
“Education is the backbone of development, and I want to be there to ensure these schools are completed,” she said.
She also cited community initiatives such as the energy-saving stoves project, piloted in one parish and planned for rollout across the district, as well as the hatchery project, which remains in progress.
“My bond with the people of Rwampara grows stronger every day. My knowledge of the district’s needs is deeper, and my confidence in Parliament has grown. When you trust me, I will not let you down. I am committed to serving you, thriving together, developing together, and working together for a better Rwampara,” Asiimwe concluded.
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