The Electoral Commission has officially nominated six candidates for the Kisoro District Woman Member of Parliament seat, setting the stage for a by-election that will take place on November 14, 2024.

This nomination process, held over two days from Wednesday to Thursday, was conducted at the Kisoro District Headquarters and overseen by the Kisoro Returning Officer, Daniel Nayebare.
He was joined by Commissioner Anthony Okello and Robert Beine, the Electoral Commission supervisor for southwestern Uganda.

CANDIDATES IN RACE

The nominated candidates include Rose Kabagyeni from the National Resistance Movement (NRM), Salim Sultana representing the National Unity Platform (NUP), and independent candidate Grace Akifeza Ngabirano.
The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) will be represented by Aisha Cyimpaye, while the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has nominated Juliet Musanase. Finally, Mable Ingabire will run on behalf of the Uganda People’s Congress (UPC).

At the close of nominations, Returning Officer Nayebare announced that all six candidates had been successfully nominated, with five representing political parties and one standing as an independent candidate.

“As of 5 p.m., the nomination process has officially ended without any incidents. Every candidate who came forward has been successfully registered to contest,” Nayebare stated.
Commissioner Anthony Okello expressed his satisfaction with the peaceful nomination process, encouraging Kisoro residents to select their next representative thoughtfully.

He also reiterated the Commission’s dedication to ensuring a fair and transparent election.
“I thank the media for sharing information and acknowledge the role of security teams in maintaining order.

Although we come from different political backgrounds, this election process can help strengthen unity for a stable Uganda,” Okello commented.

This by-election follows the recent passing of Sarah Mateke, who had previously served as the Kisoro District Woman MP and as the State Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs.

The people of Kisoro District will soon have the opportunity to choose a new representative to fill this important role.