Kyotera Turns Yellow As Minister Kasolo Launches Grand Nomination Rally

By Frank Kamuntu 

The State Minister for Microfinance, Hon. Kyeyune Haruna Kasolo, on Thursday, October 23, 2025, shut down Kasambya Grounds with a mammoth nomination rally that drew tens of thousands of supporters from across Kyotera County. The electrifying event marked the official launch of his campaign to reclaim the Kyotera County parliamentary seat from incumbent opposition MP John Paul Lukwago Mpalanyi.

Hon. Kasolo, who represented Kyotera County for two consecutive terms (2011–2016 and 2016–2021), was successfully nominated on Wednesday, October 22, as the NRM flag bearer for the 2026 Parliamentary race. His triumphant homecoming turned Kyotera Town into a sea of yellow as supporters poured in from Kakuuto, Kyebe, Kasasa, Kibanda, Kifamba, Kasaali, Lwankoni, Kabira, and Kirumba sub-counties.

Arriving in grand style, the Minister led a spirited procession through the streets of Kyotera, joined by celebrated musician Patrick Mulwana, popularly known as Alien Skin, whose performance sent the crowd into wild celebration. The excitement reached fever pitch as Kasolo waved to his supporters, pledging to restore Kyotera’s development momentum.

Kyotera Vice NRM Chairperson Enos Mugisha, who heads the campaign team, expressed confidence in Kasolo’s victory. “Kyotera has seen Kasolo’s work before, and the people are ready to return him to Parliament,” Mugisha said.

In his address, Hon. Kasolo thanked the people of Kyotera for standing by him through difficult times.

“You stood with me through the storm, and now we are back to reclaim what belongs to the people. Kyotera deserves progress, not politics of noise,” he declared, drawing thunderous applause.

The Minister accused the opposition of neglecting development priorities, citing several projects that stalled after his departure — including rural electrification, water systems, skilling hubs, SACCOs, and coffee initiatives.

“When I left office, I had left poles, pipes, and programs ready. I’m back to complete that work — starting with giving coffee seedlings to every household,” he pledged.

Kasolo also raised concern about the growing piles of garbage in Kyotera Town, revealing that he had already procured an interim truck to support immediate waste collection as local councils work on a long-term solution.

He cautioned against electoral violence, referring to an earlier incident in which rival supporters allegedly tried to block his procession along the Kalisizo–Masaka Road.

“We must reject violence. Elections are not a do-or-die affair. Let’s compete in peace and respect each other regardless of political sides,” he urged.

In a heartfelt moment, Kasolo introduced his mother and wife to the crowd, calling them the pillars behind his success — a gesture that drew loud cheers from his supporters.

On the sidelines, several residents praised Kasolo’s leadership, describing him as a results-oriented leader. “Kasolo may be tough, but he works for us. We saw roads, electricity, and SACCO support under him. We need that energy back,” said a resident from Kasaali.

The day ended in celebration, with performances from Alien Skin, Haruna Mubiru, and several local artists lighting up the night. Campaigns for all parliamentary and local government candidates will officially begin on November 10 and run until 48 hours before the January 15, 2026, General Elections.