Forum for Democratic Change

08/10/2026

On Uganda's Independence

08/10/2026

INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS

Uganda ended British colonial rule on 9 October 1962. Independence meant and promised that Ugandans would govern themselves, choose their leaders, own their resources and be treated as citizens, not subjects.

64 years later, many Ugandans are still waiting for that promise. To us, independence was just a change of guard, from white colonialists to black Masters.

However the white Colonialists somehow built roads, schools, hospitals and railways which the black Colonialists have failed to do.

Instead the black administration has killed all that was left by the white Colonialists.

Citizens are arrested, beaten and detained for not supporting the black administration. Public money is lost to corruption while essential services go unfunded.

Our country is being run as a personal estate of one family that colonized us that now wants to rule from father to son, and then to the next generation.

We call upon all Ugandans to remember that independence belongs to the people, not to those in power and therefore to continue demanding for total independence, accountable leadership, working public services and an end to the abuse of citizens.

05/10/2026

THE FDC MEDIA BRIEFING OCTOBER 5th 2026

https://fdc.ug/press/the-fdc-media-briefing-october-5th-2026/

05/10/2026

30/09/2026

This is not justice. This is the face of abuse, cruelty, and impunity. When power is used to break human beings.

Sad !!

29/09/2026

We have learned with deep sorrow of the passing of Aciro Jennifer, wife of Hon. Morris Oyoo, FDC Chairperson for Kitgum District.

She passed away yesterday, 28 September 2026, at around 2:00 PM while being transported to Mulago Hospital.

On behalf of the party, we extend our condolences to Hon. Oyoo, the entire Oyoo family, relatives and friends. We stand with them during this difficult time.

May God Almighty comfort and strengthen the bereaved family, and may her soul rest in eternal peace.

Funeral and burial arrangements will be communicated in due course.

Patrick Oboi Amuriat
FDC PRESIDENT

29/09/2026

On behalf of the FDC and the entire membership of the party, we extend our congratulations to His Majesty Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I, and to the entire people of Tooro Kingdom on the coronation function taking place today, 29 September 2026, at Karuziika Royal Palace in Fort Portal City.

The Kingdom of Tooro remains a pillar of cultural preservation, environmental protection, youth empowerment and community development. The Omukama is the custodian of the Kingdom's cultural heritage.

Under the leadership of His Majesty, the late King Oyo, Tooro Kingdom has been exemplary in championing education, health, tourism and the fight against environmental degradation.

On this special day, we join the Batooro and all Ugandans in celebrating the Kingdom's journey. May this coronation renew the spirit of Obuntubulamu, strengthen unity among the people of Tooro, and inspire a new generation to serve with humility and purpose.
We wish His Majesty a fruitful reign as he unites the people of Tooro, and a long, peaceful and prosperous one.

28/09/2026

24/09/2026

CONDOLENCE MESSAGE ON THE PASSING OF MR. MOSES MATOVU (PAPA MOI)

We join the nation in mourning the tragic and shocking passing of the legendary musician, Mr. Moses Matovu, popularly known as Papa Moi.

Uganda has lost a true music icon. Papa Moi was not merely an artist; he was a national institution. One of the country's finest saxophonists and vocalists, and the long-serving leader of the celebrated Afrigo Band, Uganda's premier and longest-serving live band, he entertained, united and inspired generations of Ugandans for over five decades.

From 1975 to date, through every political and social transition our country has experienced, Afrigo Band remained a constant, and at its centre was Papa Moi's steady leadership, immense talent and abiding love for Uganda's culture. He mentored countless artists and kept live band music alive at a time when many believed it would fade.

At a time when the entertainment industry was dominated by Western pop and Congolese Rhumba, Afrigo Band, under the stewardship of Papa Moi and a few of his contemporaries, reimagined the future of the industry and pioneered the production and promotion of local content, thereby keeping the Ugandan music dream alive.

His brutal murder this morning in Kibuli is deeply heartbreaking and a stark reminder of the deteriorating security situation in our country. No Ugandan should lose their life in such a senseless manner.

On behalf of the FDC leadership and all our members at home and abroad, we extend our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the family of Mzee Moses Matovu, the entire Afrigo Band fraternity, the artistes' fraternity, and all Ugandans.

We call upon the Uganda Police Force to swiftly and thoroughly investigate this heinous crime and bring the perpetrators to justice.

May his soul rest in eternal peace, and may his music live forever.

Rest in Power, Papa Moi!

Patrick Amuriat Oboi
FDC Party President.

23/09/2026

The NRM uses treason and possession of military hardware charges against political opponents. They have never proved any of these cases in court.

A person spends years in detention on the most serious charges.

If it is politics, come to the ground and let the people decide.