The People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) Party has officially unveiled the incumbent Member of Parliament for Kabale Municipality, Dr. Thaddeus Nicholas Kamara, as its flag bearer ahead of the 2026 general elections.
In a statement released on the party’s official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Saturday, the PFF described Dr. Kamara as “a Legislator of Wellness”, a leader who understands that a healthy society requires not only medical care but also sound policy, accountability, and freedom.
The party hailed Dr. Kamara as “a man of science and political conviction, a true champion of the right to proper healthcare, good governance, and above all, an advocate for freedom for every Ugandan.”
“Hello Uganda! Hello Kabale! A Legislator of Wellness, a man who understands that a healthy society requires not just medical care, but sound policy, accountability, and freedom,” read part of the statement.
“Kabale, we bring you a man of science and political conviction, a true champion of rights to proper health care, good governance, and freedom for every Ugandan,” it added.
“Look no further, we bring you a man committed to breaking the chains of captivity. Hon. Dr. Nicholas Kamara. Ahabwa’magara marungi n’entunguuka (For good health and prosperity),” the statement concluded.
Dr. Kamara, who has represented Kabale Municipality since 2021, will face stiff competition from NRM flag bearer Andrew Aja Baryayanga, Independent candidates Alex Edgar Muhwezi, Dan Musinguzi Nabaasa, Bakashaba William, Brian Zatwoshaho and FDC’s Jessy Aine in the forthcoming elections.
In May 2025, Dr. Kamara expressed confidence that he will defeat his opponents in the 2026 general elections.
Dr. Kamara said he welcomes all those intending to challenge him, but believes his track record will secure him another term.
“I welcome all those planning to contest against me,” he said. “But because of my achievements, I am confident I will defeat them.”
Critics have accused Dr. Kamara of focusing exclusively on health-related projects during his term, neglecting other sectors. However, he defended his approach, stating that health remains a critical priority.
“As a doctor and MP, my role is to save lives,” Dr. Kamara said. “I have never resurrected a dead person, but I will do my best to save lives. In my next term, God willing, I plan to expand my medical programs, including establishing a clinic to offer free medical consultations.”
Dr. Kamara emphasized that he places no monetary value on saving lives. He noted that his donations, including an ambulance and four medical scans, have significantly improved healthcare in Kabale Municipality and surrounding areas.
Among his notable achievements are the provision of an ambulance, four diagnostic scans to local health facilities, and the distribution of over 800 mama kits to expectant mothers.
He urged voters to evaluate his contributions and consider re-electing him based on his service record.
He also highlighted his contributions to community infrastructure, including donating over 500 bags of cement to Catholic and Anglican churches, as well as roofing some of them. Similar support has been extended to schools in his constituency.
Achievements:
REPRESENTATION:
- In 2021, amidst Covid-19 Pandemic, he was selected on the National Parliamentary Task Force Committee of 44 MPs to traverse the country with supervisory and oversight roles; specifically, he was assigned in Western region. A credible report by the taskforce was made and presented to Parliament.
- On 7th Sept 2021, he presented a matter of National Importance in Parliament on the closure of Uganda Rwanda Border that was affecting his people.
- On 9th Sept 2021, he presented ‘EMYOOGA report’ on floor of Parliament for 15 minutes on behalf of Kigezi region (22 MPs) who entrusted him.
- He sits on the Parliamentary Health Committee, Committee on Climate Change and chairs the Parliamentary Forum on Non-Communicable Diseases (PFNCDs) in 11th Parliament.
- He has been on the frontline with the medical workers.
- Medical interns, a strong advocate of better health care system and played a key role during the national industrial action. He has been vocal on health workers’ unfavorable working conditions.
- Joined the opposition MPs on Feb. 3rd, 2023, in demonstrating against torture of Uganda Citizens perpetrated by the state.
- Generated the idea of Point of Care Ultrasound through Health Committee that will be rolled out soon.
- Flagged and rejected Minister of
- Health’s 2.7B Request for “Ghost” Lubowa Hospital. Demanded Accountability for tax payers money first.
- Credited for rejuvenating the Parliamentary Forum on Non-Communicable Diseases in the 11th Parliament which had declined and collapsed in the 10th Parliament.
- Instrumental in drafting the Amendment Bill of 2021 that amended the Public Health Act where he was able to include Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) for the first time ever.
- Instrumental in the Formulation of the National Organ Donation and Transplant Bill using his expertise in Uganda and Eswatini as Consultant. Passed into law in 2023. Key in Health Insurance bill too.
- Instrumental in integration of NCD Care among People living with HIV (PLWHIVs) through engagement of partners like USAID, CDC, PEPfAr, WHO, UNDP.
- Raised matter of National Importance- on government’s move to hike fees of National IDs replacement from UGX 50,000 to UGX 200,000/= Opposed this for being too high and not affordable by an ordinary Ugandan.
- Raised matter of National Importance on delay and failure by the Contractor of USMID roads Kabale, Ntungamo and Mbarara the name of Multiplex in November 2022. (Roads completed)
- Raised a petition against the Rushoroza, Bwankosya and Bushekwire Roads for stalled works and delayed implementation.
- Advocacy for wellness, good nutrition and Physical Activity for Award winner from the Nutrition Society of Uganda for Outstanding Advocacy for Nutrition in Parliament in 2022.
- Part of the National Task Force for preparation of Conference of Speakers and Presiding officers of the Commonwealth. Where he sits on Medical and First Aid Committee.
- Led the Parliamentary Health Committee on an Oversight Mission in Kigezi Sub- Region.
- The MPs made visits to Health Facilities in Kisoro, Rubanda and Kabale District from 8th to 9th November 2023.
- Delegate and keynote Speaker at Regional NCD Conference today at Julius Nyerere International Convention Center with a call to coordinate, collaborate, and learn best practices from all the East African countries in the fight against NCDs and premature death.
- Delegate to South Africa to attend the Global Alcohol Policy Conference. The theme is “Investing in people before profits” while the mission is to reduce alcohol harm. Also Seconder of the Alcohol Control Bill 2023.
CONSTITUENCY:
- In June 2021 during second Covid 19 lockdown, he donated tonnes of posho and other relief items for vulnerable persons in Kabale Municipality. At least 30 most vulnerable people per village benefited.
- He established a charity fund christened Rodney fund in July 2021 to support medical officers who fall sick in the line of duty at Kabale Regional Referral Hospital and surrounding Health facilities.
- In 2021, 2022, 2023 he donated tonnes of maize seedlings as a donation from Parliament that was distributed in the constituency by the help of LC1 Chairpersons and other stakeholders.
- He donated an Ultrasound Scan to Kamukira HC IV,KirigimeHC3, Rugarama Hospital and Rushoroza Hospital the people of Kabale Municipality. The scan is testing and monitoring pregnancies in early stages and at different stages during Antenatal care. It has improved the quality of care offered to pregnant women, used for scan for fibroids, enlarged prostate for men, acute appendicitis, abdominal organ damage for those involved in accidents etc all provided at zero cost.
- Facilitated the training of 4 of the Health workers at Infectious Disease Institute, Mulago to operate the Ultra Sound Scan that was donated.
- The wealth creation project of piglets is ongoing. The first phase was for giving individuals, families and groups. So far, over 300 piglets have been given out and more will be given in more phases.
- Supported Youth initiatives, groups, women groups, income generation projects for all.
- Support for Street Children through Rehabilitation, Skilling and Re integration of Street Children into the society. He is passionate about helping the vulnerable and has presided over fundraisings. This is especially through the project of Divine Mercy Hospitality and Rehabilitation Centre.
- He has been a constant voice in empowering his constituents through radio talk shows on Non Communicable diseases on Local radios, appeared on National Televisions discussing matters of national importance.
- Engaged Several NGOs and corporate Organizations in service of the electorate such as measuring NCDs and HIV in children in Rugarama and Rushoroza. Dr Kamara works very closely with Global Livingstone Initiative in this regard.
- Contribution to Karubanda water project to ensure access to clean water.
- Distribution of pens in all primary schools in Kabale Municipality for candidates for 3 years running
- Dr. Kamara has additionally done the following
- Lobbied for elevation of Rutooma HC3
- Lobbied for a CT Scan at Kabale Hospital
- Lobbied for the Oxygen plant at Kabale Hospital
- Lobbied for increased wage bill for recruitment of more workers at Kabale Hospital
- Lobbied for increase in budget of NCDs at lower Health units.
- GAMES and SPORTS.
- In December 2021, Uganda Volleyball Federation Championship was hosted in Kabale Municipality. Kabale Youth Volleyball Club ( KYVC ) based in Kabale. Hon Kamara facilitated the two teams with Jerseys, sports equipment and regular support. He continuously supports KYVC
- Dr Kamara distributed jerseys in all the parishes of Kabale Municipality. He has also founded Team Kamara football club challenging in the Kabale Corporate League.
- Organized a football tournament. Hon Kamara Cup in 2022
He pledges to do more health programs and services, social services and more on representation and wealth creation for Kabale Municipality in the next term if re-elected as MP for Kabale Municipality.
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