In Jinja District, political leaders and party supporters have expressed optimism as the country prepares for the start of a new political term.
Many have also outlined expectations they hope the incoming administration will prioritise over the next five years.
Throughout the day, NRM leaders at different levels in Jinja were engaged in final preparations for travel to Kampala, where they are expected to attend the ceremony.
Since early morning, supporters have been coordinating transport logistics, including registration and mobilisation of vehicles, to ensure smooth movement to the capital.
Speaking ahead of departure, several leaders expressed confidence in the electoral outcome, noting that their mobilisation efforts contributed to President Museveni’s improved performance in the Busoga sub-region—an outcome they said had not been achieved in many years.
Moses Lwochaza, Chairperson of the NRM Workers League in Jinja District, urged the incoming government to prioritise the completion of the stalled district headquarters at Kagoma, which he said has delayed service delivery.
“We expect that in the next government, our office block at Kagoma, which has stalled for years, will be completed through funding from the central government,” Lwochaza said.
Hajjat Salafina Namusobya, Chairperson of the NRM Women’s League in Jinja, called for the introduction of a dedicated development programme for Busoga, alongside consideration for a regional minister to coordinate government interventions.
She argued that other regions already benefit from targeted programmes and dedicated representation.
“Regions like Teso, Karamoja, Bunyoro, Rwenzori, Northern Uganda, and Bukedi have special programmes and ministers. Busoga also needs focused attention through a similar arrangement,” Namusobya said, adding that women who were recently evicted from the streets should be supported through targeted financial empowerment initiatives.
Moses Talugende, Chairperson of the NRM Veterans League in Jinja, emphasised the need to fast-track plans for a public university in Busoga, as well as expedite compensation for veterans and victims of past conflicts, including those affected by the Lakwena insurgency.
Despite the celebratory mood ahead of the swearing-in, leaders highlighted several broader development priorities for the next government.
These include infrastructure development—particularly long-delayed road projects such as Ambercourt–Mbulamuti–Bukungu, Walugogo–Kiyunga–Kamuli, and Kamuli–Kaliro—alongside improvements in agriculture, healthcare, and education services.
President Museveni secured 54 percent of the vote in Busoga in the recent elections, a result leaders in the region have described as a significant milestone.
He is expected to take the oath of office for his seventh term at Kololo Independence Grounds, an event anticipated to attract thousands of supporters, government officials, and foreign dignitaries.