Uganda Boxing Federation (UBF) President Moses Muhangi has launched his campaign manifesto to sharpen his competitiveness in hotly contested race where he is seeking to represent Kampala Central as an independent candidate.
Muhangi, who spoke to the eastafricanwatch.net today said he has big plans to transform Kampala and to spur businesses and life for Kampala city dwellers.
He emphasizes that his decision to run without a party flag is rooted in a desire to unite Ugandans beyond partisan divides.
“I chose to stand as an independent because the issues that affect us cut across political affiliations, religions, and tribes,” he told journalists in Ntinda. “This is the time to come together and work for a collective win as Ugandans.”
The lawyer and former KCCA councillor is looking to succeed outgoing MP Muhammad Nsereko, who has represented the constituency since 2011.
Since assuming leadership of the boxing federation in 2018, Muhangi has been credited with revitalizing the sport through grassroots development, corporate partnerships, and increased visibility for local boxers. His achievements have earned him strong support from the sports fraternity, which views his political bid as an extension of his leadership record.
His manifesto centers on empowering Kampala residents through tangible programs and reforms. Among his key pledges are:
• Increased Sports Funding: Lobbying for a larger share of the national budget to support sports development.
• Modern Infrastructure: Advocating for better sports facilities and safer urban roads.
• Youth and Women Empowerment: Promoting job creation, entrepreneurship, and inclusion in leadership.
• Digital Access: Expanding free internet connectivity in public spaces.
• Quality Services: Strengthening education, healthcare, and local governance structures.
Despite his achievements, Muhangi admits that sports and youth sectors still face major challenges, including poor facilities and limited government funding. He believes a seat in Parliament would give him the platform to champion the interests of athletes and urban youth more effectively.
“We’ve achieved a lot in boxing, but our potential as a country is far greater,” he said. “It’s time to take that fight for opportunity and empowerment to Parliament.”
In the race, the Boxing president Muhangi battles National Unity Platforms’ Lewis Rubongoya who doubles as the party’s Secretary-General and Minsa Kabanda from the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), also the current Minister for Kampala.
Other candidates in the race include Abraham Luzzi and Suzan Kushaba.
Muhangi, who will run as an independent candidate, seeks to replace outgoing Member of Parliament Muhammad Nsereko who has represented the constituency since 2011. He poses a threat to his competitors in the race because of his lover for sports, youths and city dwellers who most likely will vote him and support him overwhelmingly in the next elections.
Check more details in his manifesto;
