Kampala – Former opposition heavyweight Dr. Kizza Besigye and Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago are scheduled to meet General Salim Saleh at the historic Kapeeke estate this afternoon. Sources close to the delegation say the talks will focus on security reforms, the upcoming local elections, and the contentious land dispute that has plagued the Kapeeke region for years. Both Besigye and Lukwago have long accused the military of politicising land allocation, while Saleh, a veteran of the National Resistance Army, insists the meeting is purely “civilian‑military dialogue.” Observers note that the gathering could signal a shift in Uganda’s opposition strategy, as the two leaders seek a broader coalition with former security officials. The meeting is expected to last two hours, after which a joint statement may be released.
The Kapeeke venue, once a colonial administrative hub, has become a symbolic ground for negotiations between the government, the military, and civil society. Human rights groups have called for transparency, urging the parties to address alleged human‑rights abuses linked to the land grab. The outcome of today’s talks could shape the political landscape ahead of the 2027 presidential race.