President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) presidential flag bearer, hailed the gains of peace in Karamoja, calling it the foundation for the region’s development.

Speaking to thousands of supporters during a campaign rally on Saturday October 25, 2025, at Jubilee 2000 Secondary School in Karenga District, President Museveni reflected on the challenges, achievements and future plans for the area.

President Museveni launches presidential campaigns in Karamoja, reaffirms NRM’s legacy of peace and development

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) presidential flag bearer for the 2026 general elections, on Friday, October 24, 20025, officially launched his campaign in the Karamoja Sub-region with a rally at Abim Primary School grounds in Abim District. The event marked the start of his regional campaign trail under the NRM theme: “Protecting the Gains, As We Make a Qualitative Leap into High Middle-Income Status”.