Mbarara City has erupted in yellow, the iconic color of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), as preparations intensify for President Yoweri Museveni’s campaign rally at the Golf Course Grounds in Booma Cell. Streets, public spaces, and key landmarks across the city have been adorned with vibrant NRM banners and decorations, signaling the party’s strong presence ahead of the presidential event.
The transformation is visible across both Mbarara City South and North divisions, with local supporters eagerly anticipating the arrival of the president. Excitement is mounting as communities prepare to welcome Museveni, who is scheduled to touch down in the city this afternoon before continuing his Western Uganda tour, which includes Bushenyi and Sheema on 2 December.
According to the 2024 national census, Mbarara City is home to 264,425 residents, spread across 23 wards and 186 villages. Organizers expect the rally to draw a large crowd, not only from within the city but also from neighboring districts, reflecting the party’s extensive grassroots mobilization.
City authorities and rally coordinators have emphasized the importance of public cooperation to ensure the event runs smoothly. Residents are urged to follow security guidelines and respect safety measures, ensuring both a peaceful and orderly gathering.
Local businesses and community leaders have also joined in the preparations, displaying NRM colors and supporting logistical arrangements for the rally. The widespread civic participation highlights the significance of the event in Mbarara City’s political calendar.
Preparations have included coordination with law enforcement, traffic management teams, and volunteer marshals to facilitate smooth access to the rally grounds. Security personnel are deployed strategically to safeguard participants and maintain public order throughout the event.
Observers note that such high-profile campaign rallies play a crucial role in energizing supporters, showcasing party achievements, and reinforcing connections between leaders and citizens across the region. For Mbarara City, the rally represents both a political spectacle and a celebration of community engagement.
As the city awaits the president’s arrival, yellow banners flutter across streets, and anticipation fills the air. The rally promises to be a landmark event, drawing thousands to the Golf Course Grounds and reaffirming Mbarara City’s role as a key hub in Western Uganda’s political landscape.
