Rebecca Kadaga Nominated for NRM National Vice Chairperson (Female) Position

Strategic Insights -

Rebecca Kadaga, Uganda's First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs, has been nominated for the position of National Vice Chairperson (Female) in the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) Central Executive Committee (CEC). This nomination comes as a significant development, given the importance of the position in representing women's voices within the party. The creation of this position was initiated by the NRM Women's League, which argued for a female representative on the CEC. Kadaga, who was the Speaker of Parliament at the time, was elected to occupy this inaugural position and has since been working to influence policies, legislation, and programs within the party.

Key Takeaways:

  • Kadaga has been nominated for the position of National Vice Chairperson (Female) in the NRM Central Executive Committee (CEC), a move that recognizes the significance of her role in representing women's voices within the party.
  • The position of National Vice Chairperson (Female) was created by the NRM Women's League, which argued for greater representation on the CEC.
  • As the inaugural holder of this position, Kadaga has been working to influence policies, legislation, and programs within the party, utilizing her role to make changes in policy, management, administration, and legislation.
  • Kadaga has emphasized the importance of the position, stating that it is "very significant for the people of Uganda" and that she will continue to work effectively to make changes.
  • The nomination comes at a time when all restrictions have been lifted following the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing Kadaga to move to districts in Uganda to canvass for votes.

Statistics:

  • Kadaga has been serving as the inaugural National Vice Chairperson (Female) since the position was created.
  • Kadaga has stated that she will continue to work to influence policies and legislation for the next five years.

Sources:

  • [UPDF Spokesperson, Flavia Byekwaso, Kampala Sun, 24 Mar 2022]
  • [Kadaga nomination, NRM Electoral Commission offices, Kampala]