Title: “Ugandan opposition gathers to make its voice heard at Non-Aligned Movement summit”
Introduction: At the international summit of the Non-Aligned Movement currently taking place in Kampala, the capital of Uganda, the main opposition leaders took advantage of the opportunity to come together and make their voices heard. Under the platform “Forces united for change”, emblematic figures of the opposition, such as the singer and MP Bobi Wine and the historic opponent Kizza Besigye, highlighted the problems facing the country and called for a real change. This article highlights this meeting and the opposition’s desire to come together for the upcoming elections.
A strong message against corruption and the plundering of resources: During this meeting, Érias Lukwago, interim president of the FDC, denounced the corruption and the plundering of the country’s resources which persist despite the positive image sent by the summit of the Movement non-aligned. He stressed that tackling these problems must be prioritized, above personal aspirations. Bobi Wine, the head of the National Unity platform, also took advantage of the visibility offered by this international event to highlight the shortcomings of President Yoweri Museveni and denounce a “masquerade” around the summit.
A rare show of opposition unity: This meeting marks a rare show of unity between the main opposition parties in Uganda. Since 2020, when they sought a common strategy for the 2021 presidential elections, such cohesion had not been observed. This union aims to strengthen the opposition’s credit in the eyes of the public in view of the next elections in 2026. According to political analyst Tolit Atiya, this common position gives weight to the opposition and allows it to present itself as an alternative credible to those in power.
President Museveni’s response: Faced with this show of strength from the opposition, President Yoweri Museveni responded by asserting that those who challenge him only seek power and that he will not leave his country in their hands. This response leaves doubt as to a possible candidacy of Museveni for the 2026 elections, he who has been in power since 1986. One thing is certain, the opposition has succeeded in drawing attention to its demands and in getting the government to react. current president.
Conclusion: The meeting of Uganda’s main opposition leaders at the Non-Aligned Movement summit in Kampala marks an important step in their desire to make their voices heard and prepare for the next elections. By denouncing corruption, the plunder of resources and displaying rare unity, the opposition seeks to present itself as a credible alternative to President Museveni. Uganda’s political future therefore looks bright, with an opposition determined to bring about the long-awaited change.