Kampala,Uganda – Igara East MP Hon. Michael Mawanda was sworn in on Thursday for the 2026-2031 term, marking the start of his fourth stint in Parliament after a landslide victory in the 15th January 2026 elections.
Shortly after taking the oath at Parliament House in Kampala, Mawanda thanked voters in Igara East for their overwhelming support. He also expressed gratitude to his family and supporters of the Patriotic League of Uganda and the National Resistance Movement.
“My heartfelt gratitude to my family, PLU and NRM supporters for standing with me. I have today been duly sworn in as your Member of Parliament in the 12th Parliament and I am ready to serve you with dedication and integrity. Together, we shall deliver!” he said.
Speaking as the National Mobilizer for PLU, Mawanda said the NRM and PLU will work together to implement the party manifesto, with a focus on fighting poverty, improving health and education services, and ensuring peace and prosperity.
The swearing-in is part of a three-day exercise for over 500 MPs-elect ahead of the opening of the 12th Parliament.
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