Ronald Mayinja has spoken out about why he feels the opposition in Uganda doesn’t deserve to be in power, despite their constant struggle for leadership.
Mayinja shared his thoughts on the behavior of opposition leaders, stating that their conduct during campaigns and in public spaces leaves much to be desired.
According to Mayinja, a leader of Uganda should be an exemplary figure, one who inspires the masses through integrity and positive behavior.
However, he pointed out that many opposition leaders often engage in attacks on the government and others who don’t share their views. This tactic, he says, is not only divisive but also undermines the values needed to lead a country effectively.
“It is a common tactic in Uganda for politicians to attack each other to get whatever they want. Some of them go beyond just attacking—they start to shame their fellows, manipulating public perception to tarnish their image,” Mayinja said. “But a true leader should be someone who unites, not someone who creates more divisions.”
Mayinja expressed doubts about the opposition’s readiness to lead, stressing that despite their vocal criticism of the government, they still have significant work to do to demonstrate the qualities needed to govern Uganda.
“The opposition claims they want to be in power, but they criticize leaders, demonstrating a lack of values,” he said. “They still have so much work to do, and I don’t think they are ready to lead Ugandans.”
