It’s champagne season for Zambali Bulasio Mukasa, whose life has taken a dramatic financial and political turn following his victory in the Nansana Municipality MP race.
Barely days after securing the seat, money lenders and credit officers are reportedly already knocking on his door, eager to offer him big loans — a clear sign that his political stock has officially risen.
Zambali, a seasoned journalist and respected media personality, pulled off a tight win in a highly contested race, sealing a major milestone in his journey from newsroom to Parliament.
Before diving into active politics, Zambali built a solid reputation at NBS TV, where he earned an estimated UGX 2 million monthly, covering governance, politics and social justice issues. His journalism background became a powerful campaign tool, helping him connect with voters on themes of accountability, service delivery and giving a voice to the ordinary citizen.
Now, the numbers have changed drastically.
As a Member of Parliament, Zambali’s monthly earnings jump to approximately UGX 25 million, excluding allowances and perks.
And that’s just the beginning.
On top of the salary, Zambali will enjoy a package that includes:
Health insurance
Housing and accommodation benefits
Fuel and transport facilitation
Constituency support funds
Town-running and outreach allowances
A hefty car grant
Lifetime benefits under the Parliamentary Pension Scheme