Hon. Alice Kaboyo: A Trusted Torchbearer Steps Forward To Champion Uganda’s Elderly

By Our Reporter
In a move that has been widely celebrated by communities and opinion leaders across the Central Region, Hon. Alice Karamuzi Kaboyo has declared her bid for Member of Parliament for Older Persons in the 2026–2031 term. Her announcement has sparked optimism and admiration, with many hailing it as a renewed promise of dignity, inclusion, and real change for Uganda’s senior citizens.

A seasoned leader known for her humility and unmatched devotion to grassroots empowerment, Hon. Kaboyo has consistently proven that leadership is not about titles but about service. Her decision to seek this new role is not a pursuit of political advancement — it is a natural extension of her lifelong mission: to uplift the vulnerable, especially those whose wisdom and sacrifice built the nation.

“I am stepping forward because our older persons deserve more than gratitude — they deserve policies, programs, and a strong voice in Parliament that truly reflect their value to society,” Hon. Kaboyo declared with resolve.

Currently serving as State Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister for the Luweero Triangle and Rwenzori Region, Hon. Kaboyo has become synonymous with impact. Her leadership has been transformative — from reviving post-conflict communities to restoring dignity to war veterans. She has championed livelihoods, monitored service delivery, and ensured government programs reach even the furthest corners of Uganda.

Her tenure as the head of the NRM Archives further solidified her place as a guardian of Uganda’s historical identity. In preserving the nation’s revolutionary legacy, Kaboyo has demonstrated her respect for the past and commitment to building a better future.

But perhaps most compelling is her vision for the elderly. With a platform centered on healthcare, economic inclusion, social protection, and generational dialogue, she promises not just representation but transformation. Her leadership philosophy is deeply rooted in action, accountability, and empathy.

“She understands us,” says Mzee John Lule, a retired teacher from Mpigi. “She’s walked with our communities, listened to our stories, and delivered results. Her candidacy gives us hope.”

As Uganda prepares for the 2026 elections, Hon. Alice Kaboyo’s campaign is shaping up to be more than a political race — it is becoming a movement. One driven by compassion, backed by experience, and powered by a vision of aging with dignity.

In Hon. Kaboyo, Uganda’s elderly do not just have a candidate — they have a champion.