BUSHENYI-ISHAKA,UGANDA – Parish Development Model [PDM] elections for Ward 3, Katungu Cell, Ishaka Division, were held on Monday 22nd June 2026 amid tight security to elect new parish leaders.
The polls, scheduled for 10:00am, were delayed due to confusion caused by some leaders and disorganized voters. The process proceeded later in the day amid complaints and accusations of bribery and discrimination.
Katushabe Evelyn won the chairpersonship with 163 votes, defeating Kyomukama Editor who got 57 votes.
For the vice chairperson seat, Nathan Muhumuza defeated Mawanda Eliafiizi with 125 votes to 112.
Twinomugisha Mellian was elected secretary unopposed. For treasurer, Namanya Lillian won with 147 votes against Busingye Moreen’s 46 votes.
Other elected officials include Rweitirimba Deus as publicity secretary, Kyomugabo Edita as ordinary committee member, and three members to the supervisory board.
The Parish Development Model was initiated by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni to eradicate poverty at the household level, and elections for parish leaders are ongoing in various parts of the country.
