Jeremy Mugabi
By Mariam Nanyanzi
MUKONO. Jeremy Mugabi is now the new Guild President of Uganda Christian University (UCU) after securing a decisive victory over his rival, Daphne Kuhirwa.
Mugabi garnered 3,362 votes, representing 67.93 percent of the 4,949 ballots cast, while Kuhirwa received 1,587 votes, equivalent to 32.07 percent.
UCU confirmed the results in an official announcement on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
“Congratulations to Mr. JEREMY MUGABI on winning the Guild Presidential elections with a total of 3,362 (67.93 percent) votes out of 4,949 ballots cast,” the university announced.
“He becomes the 29th Guild President of Uganda Christian University.”
The results give Mugabi a commanding victory, with a margin of 1,775 votes over Kuhirwa.
As Guild President, Mugabi will lead the university’s student government, representing students in engagements with the administration and overseeing guild activities.
His election marks the transition from UCU’s 28th Guild Government to the 29th administration.
Mugabi, a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science student, campaigned under the slogan “We Do Not Complain, We Repair,” promising improvements in student welfare, campus security, academic support and accountability.
His proposals include improving food safety, addressing missing marks, connecting students to internship opportunities and publishing regular guild financial reports.
Speaking after his victory, Mugabi pledged to implement his campaign promises.
“Thank you so much for turning up and voting for me. Whatever I said in my manifesto, I am going to make it become true,” he said.
Voter turnout rose to 42.32 percent, compared with 29.8 percent in the previous election.
The newly elected guild leaders are expected to be sworn in following the conclusion of the electoral process.