Inside a day of presidential campaigns in 45 Pictures

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On the campaign trail, our teams on Friday, captured every defining moment as presidential candidates canvassed for votes from border to border. From Busia in the east to Obongi in West Nile, they documented every rally, bringing you the pulse of the presidential campaign trail.

In West Nile, President Yoweri Museveni continued his bid for a seventh term in office, campaigning in Obongi and Moyo districts. Having spent the week combing through every part of the sub-region, the incumbent emphasised the need to protect and consolidate the gains of the NRM government, which nears 40 years in power.

In Busia, National Unity Platform (NUP) party president and presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu spent the day rallying supporters. Even before he could set off for his scheduled events, crowds had already gathered outside his hotel, cheering and chanting his party slogans in anticipation.

Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) flag bearer Nathan Nandala Mafabi took his campaign to Pallisa and Butebo districts, where he urged voters to trust his leadership to steer Uganda toward greater development and accountability.

Meanwhile, Maj. Gen (Rtd) Mugisha Muntu, the Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) candidate, traversed Mubende and Mityana, engaging voters and laying out his plans to deliver inclusive governance and sustainable growth once entrusted with their mandate.

Here’s how it all unfolded; a visual journey through the day’s campaign trails, captured in striking pictures.
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In President Yoweri Museveni's camp, the day began as usual. As early as 8:00 am, NRM party supporters were already in a celebratory mood as they awaited the President's arrival.

As they waited for him, they were entertained by popular musician Eddy Kenzo. His hit songs kept the supporters energized.

When the President arrived, his supporters erupted in excitement, cheering loudly to show their support.

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President Yoweri Museveni arrives at one of the venues where enthusiastic NRM supporters gathered to welcome and show their support for his re-election bid.

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Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, was accompanied by a spirited crowd of supporters on his journey to address the people of Busia. The streets were painted red as excited NUP supporters lined up to welcome and escort their party president.

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So fast that time itself seemed to slow down — NUP supporters rode on motorcycles, racing alongside Kyagulanyi’s convoy to keep pace with his campaign trail.

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Eager to hear Kyagulanyi speak, or even just catch a glimpse of him, some supporters improvised, climbing nearby trees to watch and listen as Bobi Wine addressed the crowd.

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Nandala Mafabi passionately outlined his plans for the country should he be elected president. He took time to listen and engage with supporters who shared specific concerns they hoped he would address once in office.

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While addressing supporters in Mityana, Mugisha Muntu delivered his campaign message, urging voters to reject leaders who treat politics as a source of personal gain and condemning reports of intimidation of his supporters.