Kampala |Uganda – In a country where the youth make up a significant portion of the population, their voices are critical in shaping the future of Uganda.
The 2026 elections present a pivotal moment where young voters will determine who represents their needs and aspirations, regardless of any Political Party affiliations to present in 12th Parliament.
In the polls that where conducted in the wholw of January 2026, thwy have shown that Diana Ampaire Kampe is leading the race for National Female Youth Member of Parliament, according to the latest youth opinion polls compiled from multiple regions across the country.
The aggregated results, drawn from seven independently reported regional polls, place Kampe at 71 percent projected support among youth voters, giving her a substantial lead over her closest competitors.
The Candidates: Platforms and Positions
Diana Ampaire Kampe (71% – Frontrunner)
Campaign Focus: “The Centered Agenda” (NRM)
Status: The clear frontrunner, Kampe’s platform appears to be connecting with a substantial majority of young voters nationwide. Her “Centered Agenda,” under the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) banner, is positioned as a comprehensive national plan for youth development.
Mercy Kanyesigye (20% – Runner-up)
Campaign Focus: “Unity & Tuko Pamoja”
Status: Holding a steady second place, Kanyesigye’s message of unity and togetherness (“Tuko Pamoja”) has secured a solid base of support across multiple regions, presenting herself as a unifying figure.
Julia Muhumuza (9% – Active Contender)
Campaign Focus: “Grassroots & Inclusion”
Status: Muhumuza’s campaign, focused on grassroots mobilization and broader inclusion, represents a dedicated segment of the student and activist youth movement, ensuring all voices are part of the conversation.
Regional Breakdown: A Nationwide Mandate
The polling data provides a 360-degree view of the nation, with surveys conducted in key regions:
Northern Region: 1 poll (Dokolo Post)
Eastern Region: 1 poll (Eastern News)
Western Region: 2 polls (The Ankole Times, Ug Reports)
Central Region: 4 polls ( Nile Post, Daily Express, The Standard News Uganda and The Capital Times)
All regional polls consistently report Kampe in a dominant position, suggesting her appeal cuts across geographic and likely demographic lines within the youth cohort. This nationwide consistency points to a broad-based consolidation of support for the frontrunner.
What the Numbers Suggest
The staggering 71% figure for Kampe points to a potential landslide, signaling strong approval for her proposed agenda among a demographic often seen as diverse in its political views. The high engagement reflected in the polling also suggests an energized and politically aware youth electorate eager to influence the national direction.
“The youth are not just the future; they are actively shaping the present,” commented a political analyst familiar with the data. “This level of clear preference indicates a campaign that has successfully tapped into the primary concerns and aspirations of young Ugandans today.”
Methodology & Forward Look
These polls reflect voter intention at the time of surveying. With the election campaign ongoing, candidates will have opportunities to sway undecided voters and intensify outreach. The focus will now shift to campaign strategies, debates, and how the runners-up seek to challenge the frontrunner’s overwhelming advantage.
POLL: Who do you believe best represents the future of Uganda’s youth?
Diana Ampaire Kampe – The Centered Agenda offers a clear national path.
Mercy Kanyesigye – Unity and togetherness are the most critical needs.
Julia Muhumuza – Grassroots inclusion must be the priority.
The polling exercise points to growing youth participation in national political processes, with analysts noting increased interest in leadership choices ahead of the 2026 elections.
While the polls indicate a clear leading candidate, analysts caution that voter mobilisation, campaign dynamics, and turnout on polling day will ultimately determine the final outcome.
