Buhweju, Uganda – A wave of excitement and jubilation swept through Kajani-Kashenyi Town Council in Buhweju District on Saturday, July 19, 2025, as Nnamara Annet Oyes Byamukama was officially handed the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag for the Woman Member of Parliament (MP) seat. The ceremony, held at her home, saw a large gathering of supporters and community leaders.
Byamukama, chair of Gender Affairs for the Buhweju Community Transformation Initiative (BCTI), secured the nomination in a resounding victory, garnering a significant lead over her opponents in the Thursday, July 17, 2025, election.
Final results show:
* **Nnamara Annet Oyes Byamukama:** 30,866 votes (68.18%)
* **Katwesigye Oliver Koyechenga:** 12,956 votes (28.62%)
* **Natukunda Ameria Kantona:** 1,447 votes (3.19%)
Godfrey Kabandize, the District NRM Chairperson, congratulated Byamukama on her decisive win. He praised the smooth conduct of the election and urged all NRM leaders to support the candidate and work together for future victories. “You reap what you sow,” Kabandize stated.
Mr Godfrey Kabandize
Byamukama, in her acceptance speech, thanked her supporters for their unwavering support. She emphasized her commitment to empowering communities through wealth creation programs, calling on her followers to actively participate in initiatives aimed at improving their families’ livelihoods. She also acknowledged the vital role of security in ensuring a peaceful and fair election.
“Of the eleven items on my agenda, I have already addressed many concerning poverty alleviation through programs supporting coffee, maize, tea, and poultry farming,” Byamukama stated. “My focus now turns to representing my constituents in Parliament and addressing issues like roads, clean water, electricity, and healthcare.”
Notable attendees included Godfrey Kereere, founder and chairperson of BCTI, who pledged his organization’s full support for Byamukama’s development strategies focusing on wealth creation, education, and networking. Also present were Mzee Kerere Sebastian, former Buhweju District Chairperson, a father-in-law to Byamukama, and notable community figures like the aspiring Chairperson of the Local Council and an aspiring MP for Buhweju West Constituency Bebaaga Wilson. Musicians, local leaders, religious figures, and well-wishers from across Buhweju graced the occasion.
The event was reported by Bakashaba Godfrey (Xyei Mc).
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For sure go to the parliament and work for the people of buhweju . your are a God. chosen MP
It’s all what we have been waiting Mrs annet for sure u deserve to be MP
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