KAMPALA, Uganda — General (Rtd) Gregory Mugisha Muntuyera, commonly referred to as Mugisha Muntu, the presidential flag bearer for the Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) party, has declared that if elected president in the upcoming January elections, his administration will prioritize respecting the rule of law and making significant investments in human capital.
Speaking in Kampala on Friday at the official launch of the party’s manifesto, Gen. Muntu emphasized that the document is intended to serve as a solemn commitment to the Ugandan people. He articulated the essence of the party’s agenda by stating:
“This homestead-based manifesto is our binding covenant with you, it addresses the urgent needs of our time; agricultural revitalisation, equitable resource distribution, issues of the marginalised-the youth, women, persons with disabilities. Victims of past injustices, and displaced communities- affirming our commitment to justice, inclusion, and people centered development,” Gen. Muntu said.
The core tenets of Gen. Muntu’s manifesto include the revival of the rule of law, heavy investment in human capital, and guaranteeing equitable distribution of national resources.
He promised to steer a peaceful and inclusive political transition grounded in constitutionalism, the rule of law, and the restoration of key institutions.
He further elaborated on the nature of the democracy he intends to lead:
“We will lead a peaceful, inclusive political transition rooted in constitutionalism, rule of law, and institutional revival. We will superintend democracy that is not just about elections but about empowering citizens to shape their future and hold leaders accountable,” Gen. Muntu said.
Addressing the critical issue of infrastructure and transportation, Muntu pointed to the nation’s failing transport network as a significant impediment to economic growth.
He highlighted the current system’s over-reliance on roads and the subsequent deterioration: “95 percent of freight and passengers depend on roads and many are crumbling. Bridges like Karuma and Katonga are deteriorating while urban congestion and accidents worsen,” he said.
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To tackle this challenge, Gen. Muntu pledged to implement an integrated road, rail, and water network, alongside introducing light rail and bus systems within greater Kampala. His solution involves sound financial management, stating, “We shall use concessional financing, not gimmicks, and enforce road safety through smart design and education.”
ANT’s National Coordinator, Alice Alaso, also addressed the audience, underscoring the party’s focus on people-first reform, particularly in the health sector.
Alaso committed to tangible improvements:
“ANT will deliver people-first reform; specialised regional kidney and cancer treatment centers, strengthen VHTs for preventive care and workforce reform to ensure Health Center III has a doctor, every medical intern is supported, and more medical doctors and nurses are trained and well paid,” she said.
Alaso also stressed the necessity of ensuring that mineral-rich regions directly benefit from their natural wealth, citing the paradox of resource abundance and poverty.
She criticized the current state of affairs and outlined ANT’s corrective measure:
“We signed out marginalised areas like Karamoja, how can a region be that rich in minerals and remains the poorest area in country, and the current government is very happy to launch a UBOS report that says so, the ANT government will empower not only Karamoja, but any place that has got minerals to benefit directly from those minerals,” she said.
