A History of the Democratic Party of Uganda

In this insightful historical study, historian Samwiri Lwanga-Lunyiigo examines the origins, development, and political contributions of the Democratic Party of Uganda across its first thirty years. Covering the critical era from the party's formation in 1954 through the turbulent decades leading up to 1984, the work explores its pivotal role in the nation's struggle for independence, multiparty democracy, and post-colonial governance.

Published by Fountain Publishers, this paperback volume provides valuable context on Uganda's political landscape, party systems, and constitutional transitions. It traces how the Democratic Party navigated shifting administrations and civil upheaval during these three decades.

Written with scholarly care, this book is an indispensable resource for university students, researchers, teachers of history, and general readers seeking to understand the foundations of political party history in Uganda.