Oyam, Uganda | The Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) on Saturday, 26th July 2026, held an Extra-Ordinary Delegates Conference at Uganda House in Kampala and passed key resolutions aimed at strengthening party discipline, unity, and grassroots structures ahead of the 2026 general elections.
The conference, chaired by Party President Jimmy Akena, brought together delegates from across the country who resolved to reaffirm loyalty to the UPC Constitution and enforce discipline within party ranks.
The party warned against internal sabotage and resolved that any member who undermines party leadership, structures, or strategy would face disciplinary action.
Delegates also resolved to revamp the grassroots by activating and reorganizing party structures from the village to the national level.
All districts and constituencies were directed to submit mobilization reports and implementation plans to the party Secretariat.
The party also resolved to strengthen the Disciplinary Committee, enforce the code of conduct, and take action against factionalism.
Leaders were instructed to stop speaking on behalf of the party without clearance from the Secretariat.
UPC will launch a countrywide mobilization campaign to recruit members, popularize its values, and revive its historical message.
The conference further tasked leaders to use media platforms, especially radio, to promote party programs.
The party emphasized the importance of regular reporting and accountability.
Districts were directed to file monthly updates to the National Secretariat, while the Finance and Administration Committee was assigned to develop a sustainable fundraising strategy.
In his closing remarks, UPC President Jimmy Akena said the resolutions must be implemented without delay.
He called for discipline, focus, and commitment, warning that the party would not tolerate indiscipline or diversionary politics as it prepares for 2026.
