Mbale is one of the cities that has a huge challenge of slums. Prior to going to his campaign venue, Muntu went through Namatala Ward, one of the biggest slum areas in Mbale City.
Muntu, who is currently campaigning in Bugisu region, says they don’t need plan B to oust Museveni from power but need to change the mindset of Ugandans about the incumbent regime.
Mao promised that his government will ensure a proper resettlement plan to combat the increasing cases of people dying as a result in landslides in Bugisu sub region through setting up a national disaster and land fund.
Jafari Magyezi, the Bududa District Police Commander, said no procession will be allowed to accompany Kyagulanyi in compliance with the Standard Operating Procedures issued by the Health Ministry to stop the spread of the Corona Virus Disease-COVID-19.
The Manafwa RDC asked members to desist from using the money in reckless ventures like buying phones, marrying wives and others since this is a revolving fund aimed at assisting other beneficiaries
Jose Muhooli, a resident Mbale town said that being the only woman candidate in the race, he wanted to hear from her the promises she has always promised to mother the country.
Ritah Nafuna, another vendor told our reporter that she had sold 150 t-shirts at Shillings 10,000 each, something she said will help her cater for her family needs. She asked the government not to hound them but rather identify priority areas for the youths to make a decent living.
This morning, a team of police officers led by Arafat Kato, the Officer in Charge of Mbale Central Police Station set up several roadblocks on all major roads leading to the Central Business District.
Armoured Police vehicles deployed along Mbale-Tirinyi Road to wait for Amuriat who was expected to make a stopover in Mbale town. The deployment was meant to stop Amuriat and his supporters from passing through Mbale Central Business District.
