By Ritah Rose Kalendera
The People’s Front for Transition (PFF) and the Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) officially signed a cooperation agreement to form a joint political coalition. The signing ceremony took place at Hotel Africana, attended by key political leaders and members from both parties.
Present at the event were Gen. Mugisha Muntu (ANT), Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago (PFF), Alice Alaso (ANT), and Gerald Karuhanga, among others. The coalition, according to the parties, is a united effort to restore democracy, reclaim power for the people, and rebuild the country.
The agreement was signed by Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago on behalf of PFF and Alice Alaso for ANT. The signing was witnessed by Gen. Mugisha Muntu and Wycliffe Bakandonda.
The event marked what the leaders called a strategic and value-based decision to work together toward a shared vision for the country.
In his speech, Lukwago described the moment as a defining step towards what he called “a promised land,” criticising the current state of governance in Uganda.
He noted that although the country has a constitution, it no longer holds constitutional authority. He emphasised the need to fight against what he described as a criminal state and called for a collective effort to dismantle what he termed as “family rule.” Lukwago also stated that elections alone cannot bring about meaningful change without broader public engagement.
He revealed that the signed document will be taken to Luzira Prison for Dr. Kizza Besigye, who contributed to the development of the coalition, to append his signature.
Alice Alaso echoed Lukwago’s sentiments, stressing that the coalition is not just about paperwork but a genuine and heartfelt conviction. She said the agreement is a deliberate move to offer Ugandans hope through unity and collaboration.
Alaso emphasised that while individuals can move fast alone, real progress requires walking together.
Gen. Mugisha Muntu praised the initiative, saying the desire to serve the country is what compels them to act. He acknowledged that while the current regime has tried to divide and weaken the opposition, there remain strong men and women ready to stand firm.
He also noted that political disagreements are natural, but they should not translate into hostility among opposition forces. He confirmed that ANT and the National Unity Platform (NUP) are already in contact, working on finding a common ground.
The coalition, which brings together 16 core members eight from each party extends an open invitation to other political players and citizens who believe in unity over isolation.
The leaders emphasised that the coalition is committed to forming a broad-based platform to challenge the status quo ahead of the 2026 general elections.