Jinja City has ushered in a new crop of leaders at both parliamentary and local government levels, who will serve from 2026 to 2031.
Residents say the incoming leaders must usher in an era of hope marked by meaningful transformation across key sectors of life in the city.
According to a mini survey conducted among residents, priority areas requiring urgent improvement include road infrastructure, health services, trade, and education.
Maureen Nabirye, a resident of Jinja, said the change in leadership should translate into tangible improvements in social service delivery for the common good.
She added that leadership transitions should not be viewed as a mere ritual that occurs every five years, but rather as an opportunity for leaders to actively contribute to the city’s development.
Nabirye further emphasized that the newly elected leaders should prioritize restoring cleanliness and making Jinja City more habitable for all residents.
Politically, Jinja City was painted red after the National Unity Platform (NUP) swept all parliamentary seats and division mayoral positions.
The only exception was the city mayoral seat, which was won by Abdul-Hafidh Nagaya of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM).
By Newsroom
29th Jan 2026
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