Candidate’s Campaign Paused for Emergency Delivery, Sparks Call for Ambulances in Entebbe
ENTEBBE – A political campaign in Kiggungu took an unexpected and dramatic turn last month when parliamentary candidate Mukungu Fredrick Albert abandoned his rally plans to assist in the emergency delivery of a baby, an experience he says has solidified his commitment to improving emergency healthcare services in the region.
The incident occurred a month ago at the start of what Albert terms his “last campaign” in the area. While canvassing, he and his team approached a house with a slightly open door and heard sounds of severe pain inside. After pushing the door open, they discovered an exhausted woman on the floor, attempting to give birth alone.
“The fisherman husband’s only choice was to take a boda boda to take his wife to the closest hospital, which was 45 minutes away. That was not an option,” Albert recounted.
Utilizing his medical gear and training, Albert assessed the woman and determined the situation was critical, with both mother and baby at serious risk. He made the immediate decision to assist with the delivery there and then.
“These are some of the most amazing and poignant experiences I have had while running for office,” Albert stated. “I’m happy to report that the birth went really well.”
Following the successful delivery, Albert’s team arranged transport to get the mother to a hospital for postnatal care. The newborn boy has been named Mukungu Albert in the candidate’s honour.
Reflecting on the life-or-death scenario, Albert has pivoted his campaign message to highlight the dire need for emergency medical infrastructure. He is now publicly calling for the acquisition of four ambulances for Entebbe Municipality.
“In order to prevent such life-threatening situations and enhance the quality of life for the locals, I am calling for this action,” he declared. “I am truly committed to establishing a fully operational ambulance service in Entebbe Municipal. We can’t keep living this way. Regardless of our identities or social standing, we all require this service.”
Albert says the experience with baby Mukungu Albert is a powerful reminder of the everyday vulnerabilities faced by communities without access to basic emergency transport, turning a personal campaign story into a public health pledge.
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