Venansius Ahabwe, the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) flag bearer for Kajara County, has vowed to center his parliamentary agenda on improving household incomes, boosting food security, and expanding access to quality health care and education.
Describing his campaign as focused on “community priorities—Enshonga za bantu enkuru,” Ahabwe said his four-point plan is designed to respond directly to the most pressing needs of local residents.
“My major focus is community priorities. These include improving household and individual income, food security, quality health care, and quality education,” he said.
He noted that the rising cost of living and widespread poverty have left many families in Kajara trapped in debt, unable to meet daily needs despite government programs aimed at improving livelihoods.
“Many families now buy food even when they have farmland. This shows how much food insecurity has worsened,” Ahabwe said, pledging to promote sustainable farming and community empowerment to restore self-reliance.
Ahabwe also raised concerns about what he described as “emerging electoral crimes,” alleging that rivals have sponsored individuals to vandalize his campaign materials.
“We found our rivals have sponsored people to go around pulling down our posters. We have reported a case at police. This is because our agenda is getting traction with community members, and I am sure we shall get all the support,” he said.
On vote protection, Ahabwe expressed confidence in the vigilance of the community.
“These are not our votes; they are the votes of the community, and community members will protect them. We trust in the power of the people,” he emphasized.
Residents interviewed in Nyamunuka and Rwashamaire Town highlighted the need for leaders who engage with the community and address practical concerns.
Sadick Zisanga of Nyamunuka Town Council said, “As people, we want knowledge to produce more food and support our children’s education. We need a leader who comes to the ground and engages us to solve our problems.”
Erick Twehireyo, also from Nyamunuka, called for improvements in public services, including safe water and better schools.
Mark Musisi, a vendor in Rwashamaire Town, stressed the urgent need for sanitation and waste management, noting, “This town council has no toilets. We need them urgently, and we are also grappling with garbage. We need better strategies on garbage collection.”
Ahabwe’s campaign continues to gain traction across Kajara County, with residents expressing growing support for a candidate whose agenda reflects their daily struggles and aspirations for improved living conditions.
