By Shariff Akankwasa.
Independent parliamentary aspirant Safari Christopher concluded his campaign trail today in his home area of Nyamigoyi, rallying massive crowds just two days before the highly anticipated general elections on Thursday, January 15, 2026.
The former NRM primary contender, who secured a strong second place in the July 2025 party polls behind incumbent James Ruugi Kaberuka, cited irregularities in the process and successfully ran as an independent after petitioning the NRM tribunal.
Despite the setback in the primaries, Safari continued with high momentum through grassroots mobilization, community projects, and direct engagement with voters across Kinkizi West Constituency in Kanungu District.
Safari’s campaign has been marked by consistent community-focused initiatives, including launching water projects in areas like Nyamirama, Nyakinoni, Mpungu, Kayonza, and Butogota, aiding churches, supporting girls’ education through donations to institutions like St. Donati Girls’ Dormitory, and organizing events such as the popular Safari Cup to unite residents.
Youth teams have actively mobilized for him, highlighting his vision for servant leadership and development.
The three-cornered race for the Kinkizi West MP seat pits Safari against incumbent NRM flag-bearer Hon. James Ruugi Kaberuka , and independent challenger retired AIGP John Ndungutse, who placed third in the NRM race.
With campaigning officially ending, voters in Kinkizi West will head to the polls on Thursday to choose their representative for the next parliamentary term.
Safari’s deep local roots and visible track record of support have positioned him as a strong contender in what promises to be a closely watched contest.
As polling day approaches, the focus now shifts to the ballot box, where Safari Christopher and his supporters remain optimistic about translating their grassroots energy into electoral success.
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