Serere, Uganda | Acom Esther Lucy, a certified public accountant with 14 years of professional experience, has officially declared her intention to contest for the Serere District Woman Member of Parliament seat in the 2026 general elections.
Acom picked nomination forms earlier this week, signaling the beginning of what she describes as a people-driven campaign aimed at addressing key issues in the district, including economic stagnation, inadequate healthcare, and poor education outcomes.
She said her entry into the race is motivated by a desire to bring fresh leadership and a results-oriented approach to public service.
She accused the current leadership of failing to address the core needs of the people, claiming that Serere has remained marginalized and financially constrained due to poor governance.
Acom noted that “new leadership with new ideas” is necessary to reverse what she described as a steady decline in social and economic progress in the area.
Central to her campaign agenda is women empowerment and financial literacy.
She argued that while initiatives such as SACCOs and village savings groups exist, little effort has been made to educate the public on how to meaningfully engage with such platforms.
Instead of simply distributing funds, she said, communities need training in savings culture and entrepreneurship to create lasting economic impact.
Acom is expected to face stiff competition from the incumbent Woman MP, who also serves in Cabinet.
While acknowledging the incumbent’s service, Acom maintained that it is time for change, stating that the district needs a representative who can implement practical solutions and champion the interests of the grassroots population.
Her campaign has begun to gain traction, particularly among women and youth, many of whom say they feel left out of the district’s development agenda.
Observers say her entry into the race could reshape the political dynamics in Serere ahead of the 2026 polls.
