Mpuuga Calls On DF Leaders To Articulate Key Agenda

Nyendo-Mukungwe MP Mathias Mpuuga, the President of the Democratic Front (DF), has urged party leaders to boldly champion their three-pronged agenda; reforms, transition, and reconciliation, leading up to the critical 2026 elections, and even beyond the electoral period.

This passionate plea was made during the DF national council meeting on September 20, 2025, where over 125 delegates from across the country gathered to adopt a series of resolutions aimed at revitalizing the party’s political approach.

Mpuuga underlined the negative impact of the upcoming elections, cautioning that any hesitation or lack of assertiveness in tackling crucial issues could lead to stagnation across the nation.

“Comrades, we must not shy away from promoting our agenda. The elections will come and go, but if we remain timid, we risk leaving our country in a state of inertia,” Mpuuga warned, challenging party members to confront the hurdles ahead with determination.

During the national council, members adopted 15 resolutions, most notably deciding not to field a presidential candidate.

This strategic move reflects the party’s stance against what they describe as a compromised electoral process favoring the incumbent government.

Mpuuga’s address included incisive critiques of the current political landscape, urging for substantial legal reforms to ensure the active participation of all citizens in governance.

The DF president stressed the importance of recognizing the “elephant in the room,” a term he used to describe the failures of the opposition to voice dissent and drive meaningful change. He particularly highlighted statements made by other opposition leaders, asserting the need for more candid politics and accountability.

“When I heard Mr. Nobert Mao talking about his collaboration with the current regime, it raises concerns about the true role of leadership,” Mpuuga remarked, calling for a clearer stance against oppressive governance.

Acknowledging the personal sacrifices made by DF members in their quest for democratic reform, Mpuuga encouraged a self-reflective approach to their political journey.

“Through these commendable resolutions, we aim to avoid the significant pitfalls we’ve encountered in the past,” he noted, emphasizing that lessons learned from historical mistakes must inform their future actions.

Mpuuga underscored the necessity of unity within the party.

He urged the party national chairman Samuel Lubega Mukaaku to activate the resolution on regional conferences to allow DF candidates to engage deeply with the party’s ideological foundations and to promote discussions around pressing societal issues.

“We must activate previous resolutions for regional candidate conferences so our local leaders are prepared to articulate our vision effectively,” he stated, highlighting the role of local contexts in shaping national aspirations.

As he concluded, Mpuuga expressed optimism for the party’s future, reinforcing the need for clarity in their vision as they progress towards the elections.

“The unique challenges we face demand bold leaders. The opposition must champion essential reforms and exemplify true leadership principles,” he articulated, urging members to remain steadfast in their mission.

The national council ended on a hopeful note, with Mpuuga expressing confidence in the ability of DF members to rally support and push their agenda as a means of fostering genuine change in the political landscape. As the party gears up for the upcoming elections, the call for proactive engagement and unified action remains central to their strategy moving forward.