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By Bwire Jonathan | Crown Media East Africa   Yoweri Museveni's leadership style, shaped by his guerrilla fighter background and decades in power since 1986, often involves a blend of strategic pragmatism, patronage, and firm control over institutions. Both his allies and opponents frequently underestimate several aspects of how he handles issues, which have contributed to his enduring dominance in Ugandan politics. Below are key underestimated elements based on analyses of his rule, drawn from political commentary, historical accounts, and public discourse: 1. Strategic Division of Rivals and Potential Successors Museveni is adept at encouraging ambition among those around him, including allies and potential heirs, only to let them undermine each other. This keeps internal threats fragmented and positions him as the indispensable arbiter. For instance, as he approaches 40 years in power, he has allowed factions within his National Resistance Movement (NRM) to vie openly for influe...

 The Crown media East Africa  Politics : As the 2026 general elections draw closer, the political ground in Samia Bugwe Central (SBC) is shifting. The constituency, long defined by entrenched camps and old rivalries, is now witnessing the rise of a fresh yet familiar figure: Ouma Patrick, an independent candidate steadily gaining recognition as a formidable challenger. A Fresh but Experienced Face What sets Patrick apart is the dual perception surrounding his political identity. To many, he is a new entrant on the big political stage, unburdened by the baggage of past failures that weigh heavily on incumbents and party flagbearers. Yet, at the same time, he is widely respected as someone deeply versed in community affairs. This balance—new yet experienced—has allowed Patrick to emerge as a credible alternative. Constituents increasingly view him as someone who can speak the language of the people while navigating the complexities of governance. The Youth Factor: SBC TOP Brigad...

  By  Bwire Jonathan  |  Crown Media East Africa Opinion: The Kadaga-Among Clash—A Mirror to NRM’s Soul The showdown between Rebecca Kadaga and Anita Among is more than a personal contest. It is a test of whether the National Resistance Movement (NRM) can adapt to the realities of generational change without fracturing its core. On the surface, this is a race for the position of Second National Vice Chairperson (Female) in the party’s Central Executive Committee . But beneath the politeness of campaign slogans lies a storm of contradictions: loyalty versus renewal, seniority versus pragmatism, and regional identity versus national cohesion. Kadaga’s argument rests on history—decades of loyalty, deep roots in Busoga , and a belief that experience is irreplaceable. Yet, experience alone is no longer enough. The NRM has to ask itself: Does longevity automatically translate to relevance? Anita Among, on the other hand, embodies ambition and adaptability. Her message is...

  Reclaiming Samia Bugwe Central: A Vision to Eradicate Poverty and Secure Our Future By Ouma Patrick, Independent Candidate for Samia Bugwe Central MP As we approach the 2026 general election, Samia Bugwe Central stands at a crossroads. Years of poor leadership have left poverty tightening its grip on our people, youth unemployment rising, and hope fading. This must change. Will be  running as an independent candidate because our future cannot be left in the hands of party politics or leaders who have lost touch with the people. Our mission is clear: eradicate poverty, modernize agriculture, and empower our youth—especially tackling the alarming rise in school dropouts and teenage pregnancies. 1. Eradicating Poverty through Industrialization Poverty is not our destiny—it is a problem we can solve. Failed projects like the stalled rural electrification program, which has left villages in darkness for over three years, are proof that our leaders have failed to deliver. Our plan...