NPP unveils party home, eyes 2026 race

1 August 2025, 7:17 pm

By Ronald Ssemagonja

The National Peasants’ Party (NPP), under the leadership of its president Stecia Mayanja, has today officially opened its party headquarters in Kampala, marking what Mayanja described as a significant milestone in the party’s journey.

Speaking during the launch event, Mayanja expressed pride in what she called the beginning of a new chapter. She emphasised that the establishment of a party home symbolises their commitment to the political cause, despite skepticism from the public.

“We are so happy that today we are opening our home. We don’t take it for granted. People thought we came into politics to waste time but I want to assure everyone who had that thinking that we are here to remove President Museveni and let the peasants lead themselves,” Mayanja said.

Mayanja, a celebrated artist turned politician, addressed critics who have questioned her past, stating that she is not intimidated and remains determined to champion the rights of women particularly single mothers and the marginalised.

She extended a call for unity among opposition parties urging them to join forces to bring about regime change.

“Those who think we are a government project are mistaken. No one can bribe us. We are here to fight for the people. Young girls are raped with no justice, old people suffer in silence. We are not settling until there is change,” she declared.

The event drew attendance from leaders of various political groupings including John Kenny Lukyamuzi, President General of the Conservative Party (CP), who congratulated NPP for acquiring permanent premises.

“Getting a home is not easy,” Lukyamuzi said. “But now that you have one it means other things will follow. Think about federalism so that power is shared and services reach everyone. Stay focused and CP will support you.”

The NPP leadership confirmed that the headquarters will officially open for political activities starting Monday. The party plans to field candidates for all positions from Local Council I to President in the next elections.

Naiga Shamim, one of the attendees, praised the historic moment and celebrated Mayanja’s leadership as a symbol of female empowerment.

“This is unique. Most political parties are headed by men. Stecia Mayanja has gone through a lot and now she is using her second chance to fight for us,” Shamim said. “We are proud and ready to support this movement.”

Meanwhile, in response to calls for unity, Leader of Opposition Joel Ssenyonyi recently commented that while they welcome collaboration with other political parties, past betrayals have made them cautious. He noted that early partnerships with some groups ended in disappointment.

NPP leaders say they are determined and ready to offer Ugandans a bold alternative focused on improving service delivery, defending the vulnerable and leading the struggle for systemic change.