Kampala Woman MP, Shamim Malende, has reaffirmed her commitment to continue serving the people of Kampala after 2026.
Malende who has been ill told supporters after donating Shs 10 million to NUP that she was still strong.
“I want to assure our supporters that I am back and still strong to go ahead with the fight against human rights abuse where many of our footsoldiers are still in prison without no crime committed but rather to support NUP. We shall continue demanding for their release through courts of law,” said Malende at the NUP headquarters in Kavule.
Dressed in a red gomesi and a Muslim headscarf, Malende arrived at the headquarters in a dramatic entrance, sparking excitement among supporters concerned about her recent absence due to medical reasons. Despite appearing strong, she used crutches and was assisted by supporters.
Malende faces strong competition from KCCA speaker Zahra Luyirika for the NUP flag in Kampala.
Malende later met with the party’s chief mobilizer, Habib Buwembo, who commended her significant contributions to the fight for the rule of law and justice.
Buwembo urged contenders for the Kampala Woman MP seat to engage in mature politics and avoid internal conflicts, emphasizing the party’s need for unity despite the competitive race.
In related developments, several candidates presented themselves for nomination by the NUP’s eight-member election management committee.
They are: Olive Namazzi for Women Councillor LC5 (Nakawa Division), Ndagije Ronald for Councillor LC3 (Mulago Parish), Carol Nansasi for Councillor LC3 (Kiwatule Parish) and Stella Nakiranda Damali for Women Councillor (Naguru and Ntinda Parishes). Others are: Lydia Nakitto (aka Maama Sam, a TV comedian) for Women Councillor (Namirembe Bakuli), Sharon Kemigisha for Councillor (Wandegeya), Godfrey Katweere for Councillor (Makerere 1 Parish), Ibra Wasswa Semanda for Councillor LC3 (Kawala, Lubaga Division), and Aisha Nakitende for Councillor LC3 (Kanyanya, Kawempe Division).
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