The storm has erupted after a drunk aide of the embattled Mbarara District woman MP Margret Ayebare Rwebyambu in a drunken spree across several bars, exposed a series of sinister plans orchestrated by MP Rwebyambu to divide the electorate along religious lines. The aide, described by witnesses as “loud and boastful,” spilled the beans about secretive meetings held in Kashaari with controversial figures like Harriet Namara Rwamashonje and other illusioned camp members.These covert sessions, the aide claimed, aim to use religious propaganda to undermine the Rwebyambu’s political opponent who is putting her on tenterhooks.
In a damning revelation, the intoxicated aide disclosed that Rwebyambu has sought the backing of high-ranking religious leaders, including Bishop Sheldon Mwesigwa
The MP is accused of leveraging their influence to infiltrate faith-based groups like the Mothers Union where she hopes to spread divisive rhetoric disguised as born-again “salvation.”
Audios making rounds seem to confirm the above statement from her tipsy aide. For instance, in one of the audios, she was overheard boasting that the MP instructed Bishop Sheldon to transfer the Archdeacon of Rwantsinga and place him on the bench, while the Reverend of Kaguhanzya was transferred far away to Ruborogota in Isingiro District.
Critics have blasted this move as a desperate and manipulative ploy. “It’s shocking and disgraceful,” fumed one resident. “She’s been in office for five years without doing anything for these groups, and now she wants to use them for her selfish political gains.”
But that’s not all. The aide’s drunken confessions also revealed that Rwebyambu had roped in former political rivals Norah Nankunda and Juliet Kamushana to help mobilize voters in Rwanyamahembe and Kagongi sub-counties. In exchange, the MP reportedly dangled promises of lucrative jobs and financial rewards. However, these promises have reportedly fallen flat, leaving her allies humiliated and their supporters enraged.
“This is a complete betrayal,” said a disillusioned supporter. “She made grand promises but delivered nothing. Now we are left to pick up the pieces.”
The revelations have ignited widespread outrage, with residents accusing Rwebyambu of dragging Mbarara into the dark ages of sectarian politics. Many argue that her actions undermine the peace and unity championed by President Yoweri Museveni and the NRM government.
“This is barbaric and dangerous,” said a local leader. “We cannot allow one politician’s selfish ambitions to tear our district apart.”
Religious leaders are also under pressure to distance themselves from the alleged schemes. “Churches should be places of unity, not platforms for political propaganda,” said a concerned voter from Kashaari.
With her alleged schemes now public, Rwebyambu’s political career appears to be hanging by a thread. Many voters are questioning whether she has the integrity or vision to lead Mbarara into a prosperous future.
Residents are now calling for calm and unity, urging all political leaders to reject divisive tactics. “We need leaders who build bridges, not walls,” said one elder. “Let’s bury this politics of hate and move forward as one community.”
As Mbarara residents await Rwebyambu’s response to these explosive scandals, one thing is clear: her path to re-election has never been more uncertain.
