The Executive Director of the Westminster Foundation for Democracy, Joseph Munyangabo, has challenged legislators of the 12th Parliament to move beyond rhetoric and focus on laws, oversight, and representation that directly serve Ugandans.
Munyangabo made the remarks during an induction seminar for new and returning legislators, on Tuesday, where he said his central message was anchored on restoring public confidence in Parliament through performance rather than promises.
“His central message was clear: Parliament must be more than a chamber of debate. It must deliver laws that work, oversight that protects, and representation that listens,” he told MPs.
He said Ugandans have three clear expectations from their elected representatives, adding that meeting them will determine Parliament’s credibility.
“Munyangabo told MPs that Ugandans look to Parliament for three things: laws that work, oversight that protects, and representation that listens. He said public trust will depend on how Parliament serves the people,” he said.
The WFD boss argued that a strong Parliament does more than pass legislation, saying it plays a central role in shaping democratic health and economic stability.
“According to Munyangabo, a strong Parliament does more than legislate. It inspires civic confidence, transforms institutions into pillars of accountability, and fosters the stability that makes national economies predictable,” he said.
The induction seminar brought together legislators to reflect on their constitutional mandate ahead of the new term, with the Westminster Foundation for Democracy reaffirming its commitment to supporting democratic institutions and strengthening legislative capacity in Uganda.
Munyangabo’s remarks set the tone for the 12th Parliament, challenging MPs to measure success by impact on citizens’ lives rather than debate alone.
