Kyotera, Uganda | The State Minister for Microfinance, Haruna Kyeyune Kasolo, has initiated a call for reconciliation with Kyotera district leaders following a tumultuous period of misunderstandings stemming from the 2021 general elections.
Kasolo, who faced significant backlash from local leaders after losing the Kyotera County MP seat, is now seeking to mend relationships that had become strained during his tenure. Accusations of highhandedness and manipulation of local councils had led to a rift, with many leaders, including Kyotera LCV Chairperson Patrick Kintu Kisekulo, openly opposing him and mobilizing communities against his perceived disruptive behavior.
In a reunion meeting held at Kasambya playground, Kasolo publicly apologized for past mistakes, acknowledging that the conflicts had hindered the district’s development. He emphasized the importance of unity and pledged to reach out to all stakeholders to foster cooperation for the district's betterment.
Having shifted his political focus to the Bukoto Central constituency in Masaka district, where he has been working to build political capital, Kasolo recognized that collective efforts are crucial for meaningful progress.
Community leaders like Yuda Walukaga welcomed this reconciliation effort, highlighting its potential to strengthen the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party in Kyotera, which had been weakened by internal divisions. However, residents like John Mawanda and Moses Waliggo urged Kasolo to genuinely reform his approach and address government projects that had reportedly stalled during his previous term.
Kintu Kisekulo expressed a willingness to collaborate for the development of Kyotera but noted that he had not yet received a personal outreach from Kasolo. He reiterated the importance of recognizing elected leaders and the need to respect their authority to move forward effectively.
