WAKISO — A new political pressure group, the Uganda Freedom Front (UFF), has been launched in Wakiso District, with its founders saying the movement will focus on civic education, governance accountability, and youth empowerment rather than participating in elections.
The group was unveiled during a press briefing in Katale, Wakiso District, on June 8, where its leaders announced the establishment of a temporary national secretariat in Ssumba to coordinate activities across the country.
Speaking at the launch, UFF Secretary General Ndagishe Aliyi said the organization intends to influence governance and public policy through civic mobilization and advocacy while remaining outside formal electoral politics.
“Our focus is to strengthen civic participation and maintain pressure on institutions to improve accountability and service delivery,” Aliyi said.
He added that by operating as a pressure group rather than a political party, the movement would be able to concentrate on long-term governance reforms and public awareness campaigns.
The organization unveiled its interim leadership, with Ggumisiriza Isaac serving as interim chairman, Aliyi as secretary general and Ssenyonga Davis as deputy spokesperson.
According to its leaders, the movement’s agenda will revolve around three key pillars: youth digital and economic inclusion, constitutional literacy and civic education, and political and policy advocacy.
Aliyi said the group plans to equip young people with skills relevant to the digital economy while promoting public understanding of constitutional rights, governance systems and civic responsibilities.
The movement also intends to engage government institutions on issues related to transparency, accountability and public service delivery.
UFF leaders announced plans to establish regional coordination structures nationwide in the coming months as part of efforts to expand their reach and influence.
They said the organization will work closely with civil society groups, community leaders and youth networks to advance its advocacy agenda.
The launch comes at a time when civic organizations and political pressure groups are increasingly seeking alternative avenues to influence public policy and governance debates outside the traditional electoral process.
UFF described its formation as the start of a sustained campaign to promote citizen participation and shape national conversations on governance and development.
