Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has once again stepped into the political spotlight, launching The Kampala Agenda: Milestones Towards a Functional and Inclusive Kampala Capital City, a policy blueprint he says encapsulates his achievements and vision for Uganda’s bustling capital.
The glossy document not only highlights what Lukwago has accomplished during his tenure but also serves as the foundation of his renewed bid for another term as Lord Mayor.
As Executive Chairman of the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) party, Lukwago told supporters that his motivation for seeking a fresh mandate is deeply rooted in the desire to strengthen accountability mechanisms within City Hall and across government institutions.
He vowed to continue what he described as a “vigorous defence of public assets from thieves and land grabbers,” insisting that his leadership remains a bulwark against corruption.
“Public resources must serve the people of Kampala, not a few individuals,” Lukwago said. “I will not relent in safeguarding what rightfully belongs to citizens.”
The Lord Mayor also pledged to remain a steadfast defender of the poor, the vulnerable, and the exploited business community, many of whom he argued have been left behind in Kampala’s rapid urban growth. According to him, justice, fairness, and inclusivity remain at the centre of his political mission.
Over the years, Lukwago has become a symbol of resilience in Kampala’s often turbulent political environment—standing toe-to-toe with both technocrats and central government over issues of service delivery, urban planning, and resource management. His allies point to his tenacity in fighting for equity and his hands-on approach to resolving grassroots issues as proof that his leadership is not yet complete.
For critics, however, questions remain over whether Lukwago has delivered enough structural transformation during his tenure, given the persistent challenges of congestion, poor waste management, and underfunded service provision.
Yet, for his supporters, the case for another term is clear: unfinished business. Lukwago insists that his agenda is far from over, positioning himself as the guardian of Kampala’s future and the voice of the common citizen against exploitation.
As Kampala heads into another political season, the Lord Mayor’s campaign will likely ignite debate about the balance between central government control and city autonomy, and whether the man who has defined Kampala politics for over a decade still has the mandate to steer it forward.
