Africa-Press – Uganda. The political landscape in Uganda has been dramatically reshaped following a mass defection of over 200 youth members from the Democratic Front (DF) to the newly formed People’s Front for Freedom (PFF).
The “crossover,” as described by the PFF, took place on Wednesday, July 23, in Gulu, raising questions about the stability and internal dynamics of the established opposition parties.
The group, which includes aspiring local council leaders and general supporters, was officially welcomed by Gulu Woman Member of Parliament and former Leader of the Opposition, Betty Aol Ochan, alongside other PFF district leaders.
This move signifies a significant boost for the PFF, which was officially registered as a political party on June 5, 2025, and is actively engaged in grassroots mobilization ahead of the 2026 general elections.
Leading the defectors is Rwotomiyo Brian, a parliamentary hopeful for Nwoya East and a prominent youth leader with a track record as former Guild President of Kampala International University and former General Secretary of the Uganda National Students Association (UNSA).
Rwotomiyo said his departure was driven by what he termed a “disregard of the party constitution in arriving at leadership and also regional imbalance” within the DF.
“We were ecstatic about joining the People’s Front for Freedom,” Rwotomiyo reportedly stated, reflecting the enthusiasm among the new recruits.
According to a PFF press release, the defectors immediately purchased party membership cards and pledged to mobilize support for the new political formation.
Aol, who previously belonged to the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), has taken a central role in the PFF’s outreach in the Acholi sub-region.
Her presence at the defection event highlights the party’s strategic push to gain traction in northern Uganda.
Meanwhile, the Democratic Front has not yet issued an official statement on the development.
The defection, particularly one led by a figure with strong student leadership credentials, underscores the growing dissatisfaction among young party members and their desire for a more inclusive political platform.
The PFF’s slogan, “Freedom for all – All for Freedom,” appears to be resonating with youth and disillusioned opposition supporters as Uganda gears up for the 2026 general elections.
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