Chef Dorcus Basheba Dorcus Kirabo, alias Mama D, best known for her attempt at breaking Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon, has announced her intention to contest for Kira Municipality Member of Parliament currently held by Ssemuju Nganda.
Kirabo made the announcement on X inviting donations to her campaign for the legislative job.
“I am honoured to announce that I will be standing as an independent candidate for Member of Parliament in Kira Municipality. My journey has always been about service, impact, and empowering our community. Now, I am stepping forward to champion a brighter future for Kira—one where we feed hope and shape the future together,” she stated.
“Under the banner of “A Stronger Kira – Feeding Hope, Shaping the Future,” I invite you to be part of this movement. Your support—whether through donations, volunteering, or spreading the message—will be the foundation upon which we build a better Kira.”
Kirabo has recently been involved in activism by providing free food to protesters.
She will face very formidable competition from Ssemujju, a veteran legislator who has been in active politics as a Member of Parliament since 2011. She says Ssemujju should move to “bigger” roles.
“Hon Semujju deserves a bigger role. It’s time to hand over the baton,” she added.
Reports also indicate that National Unity Platform intends to field their lawyer George Musisi for the position.