Rubaga South Residents Warn. “No Mukasa, No Vote” as Pressure Mounts on Party Leadership

Tension is intensifying in Rubaga South as residents vow not to support any parliamentary candidate other than their incumbent MP, Hon. Aloysius Mukasa, unless he is reinstated as the official party flag bearer.

The growing wave of discontent follows the party’s recent flag distribution, in which Mukasa was excluded despite overwhelming grassroots backing. Residents across parishes and trading centers have since mobilized, declaring that their loyalty to the party remains firm at the presidential level only, but they will not cast their parliamentary vote for any other candidate.

“We shall vote for the President because he is our leader, but for MP, it is only Mukasa or no one,” said a visibly frustrated youth leader during a community meeting. “He has stood with us, fought for us, and delivered tangible results. We cannot betray him.”

Hon. Mukasa is credited with defending residents’ land rights, improving access to social services, and empowering the youth through entrepreneurship and education programs.

His consistent presence on the ground has cemented his popularity, with many viewing him as a symbol of accountability and resilience.

Community elders and local leaders have also issued statements emphasizing that the party risks alienating its core support base in Rubaga South if it ignores the people’s will.

Several have warned that imposing another flag bearer could trigger a protest vote, severely denting the party’s performance in the constituency.

“The people have spoken clearly. For the President, yes. But for MP, we shall stand with Mukasa. Any attempt to replace him will divide the vote,” said another resident leader.

As pressure builds, the party’s top leadership is being urged to revisit its decision to avoid potential fallout in one of Kampala’s most politically active constituencies.

Political analysts predict that how this issue is handled could serve as a litmus test of internal democracy within the party and determine its strength heading into the 2026 general elections.

The mood in Rubaga South remains charged, with supporters pledging unwavering loyalty to Hon. Mukasa a clear signal that the battle for the constituency flag is far from over.