{"id":121365,"date":"2026-03-30T09:29:25","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T09:29:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\/all-news\/veteran-women-mps-caution-new-legislators-on-romance"},"modified":"2026-03-30T10:14:42","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T10:14:42","slug":"veteran-women-mps-caution-new-legislators-on-romance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\/all-news\/veteran-women-mps-caution-new-legislators-on-romance","title":{"rendered":"Veteran Women Mps Caution New Legislators on Romance"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Uganda. <\/strong> <\/span><b>Veteran female legislators have advised newly elected women Members of Parliament to avoid romantic relationships with male colleagues, cautioning that such involvements have historically undermined women\u2019s political careers and legislative performance.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The warning was delivered during a meeting convening experienced female political leaders, incumbent MPs, and newcomers to Parliament.<\/p>\n<p>The Minister for East African Community Affairs, Rebecca Kadaga, urged new women legislators to exercise prudence, maintain financial discipline, and approach lawmaking with curiosity and critical understanding.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNewly elected women must prioritize their duties and resist distractions that could compromise their independence or public service,\u201d Kadaga said, emphasizing the importance of staying focused on the interests of constituents rather than personal entanglements or loans.<\/p>\n<p>Women have made significant strides in Parliament over the years. In the 11th Parliament (2021\u20132026), women held over 189 positions across district woman representative roles, ministerial appointments, and other parliamentary offices.<\/p>\n<p>Despite this progress, veteran leaders note that many women struggle to sustain political careers beyond their first term. Factors cited include political rivalry among women, loss of focus on constituency priorities, and personal relationships that distract from legislative responsibilities.<\/p>\n<p>Kadaga specifically warned against the practice of approving laws without adequate understanding and relying heavily on personal loans, which she said could compromise a legislator\u2019s independence and judgment.<\/p>\n<p>The session served as a mentorship platform, with experienced MPs sharing insights and strategies for navigating the political landscape while maintaining professional integrity and long-term influence.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Uganda<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Uganda. Veteran female legislators have advised newly elected women Members of Parliament to avoid romantic relationships with male colleagues, cautioning that such involvements have historically undermined women\u2019s political careers and legislative performance. The warning was delivered during a meeting convening experienced female political leaders, incumbent MPs, and newcomers to Parliament. 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