Mayor Erias Lukwago Kicks Off Fourth Term Campaign Rallies in Kawempe

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Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has officially kicked off his campaign for a fourth term in office, holding his first rally in Kawempe Division on Monday. Lukwago was accompanied by several political allies who pledged support as he seeks re-election ahead of the 2026 General Election.The Lord Mayor is expected to unveil his new manifesto during the campaign period, outlining priorities for the next five years, including service delivery, city governance reforms and what he describes as the continued fight for the rights of Kampala residents.Lukwago, who has held the mayoral seat since 2011, enters the race with strong backing from supporters who credit him for championing social justice causes. His critics, however, argue that the city still struggles with infrastructure, waste management and revenue collection challenges under his leadership.The Kampala mayoral race is expected to be highly competitive, with several candidates from different parties expressing interest. As campaigns intensify ahead of 2026, political observers say Lukwago’s long-standing influence in city politics will be a key factor in shaping the coming contest.The post Mayor Erias Lukwago Kicks Off Fourth Term Campaign Rallies in Kawempe appeared first on The Insider.