FDC’s Mafabi enters 2026
Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Secretary General and presidential flagbearer Nathan Nandala Mafabi today made his debut in the 2026 race, telling supporters that his ticket is all about money, markets, and making Ugandans rich again.
Addressing a charged journalists at the Electoral Commission grounds in Lweza, Lubowa, Wakiso district , Mafabi vowed to use his long experience in the cooperative movement to empower ordinary citizens.
“I come with experience in the cooperative world, and I will ensure that cooperative societies function effectively. This will enable the people of Uganda to earn a decent living,” he declared.
Mafabi, a proud son of Bugisu, is contesting for the top seat for the very first time, stepping into shoes once worn by Dr. Kizza Besigye and later Patrick Amuriat.
FDC’s Mafabi enters 2026
He now lines up alongside Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine, Mugisha Muntu of Alliance for National Transformation, Robert Kasibante of the National Peasants Party, Elton Joseph Mabirizi of the Conservative Party, and the big man himself, President Yoweri Museveni, who has ruled since 1986.
The FDC flag bearer while crediting the NRM leader for stabilizing Uganda, Mafabi blasted him for “failing the economy,” promising instead a presidency grounded in financial discipline and smart economics.
His biggest promise? Uganda’s prized coffee crop will be valued properly and supported like never before.
“As President, if you give me the mandate, coffee, our leading foreign exchange earner will receive the best support and be valued properly for the good of our country,” he pledged.
Mafabi pledged to dedicate at least 10% of the national budget to agriculture, construct storage facilities, and secure reliable markets for farmers’ produce. He further promised that every university graduate would receive a startup package of one million shillings. He committed to channeling development funds directly to local communities as a way to curb corruption and ensure investments are directed toward productive sectors.
