Carol Nakimera

Proud daughter of the Nile

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

Today I joined Ugandans at Nkoyoyo Boarding Primary School grounds in Matale, Buikwe District, to celebrate the International Labour Day .

I told the people that unemployment is not due to lack of jobs, but wrong choices and lack of focus. Many of the Bazzukulu are studying courses that are not aligned to the job market. I have guided the Ministry of Education to provide clear direction so learners choose relevant fields and we shall take it up , I would also advise those who have done such irrelevant courses to go for retooling.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

I always call Muhoozi, Muogi. It is because our neighbour in Upanga, Dar-es-Salaam, was Mzee Tito Okello (Gen). Being a traditional Acholi, he had a problem with pronouncing the “z” in Muhoozi’s name. Hence, the Muogi and Maama Janet also became Maama Muogi.

Tito’s wife was safely Maama Jennifer because we had no problem pronouncing Jennifer, the sister of Okello Oryem. Unfortunately, Jennifer died some years ago.

Signed:

Yoweri K. Museveni
Ampa (Grandpa)

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

This afternoon at Nakasero State Lodge, I received former Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn, Chairman of the Board of Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa, and his team. These groups support us through relevant science, packaging and financing, as well as advocacy.

Our discussion focused on key agricultural issues such as irrigation, improved seeds, fertiliser use and strengthening local seed systems to increase food security and household incomes.

On livestock, I informed them that in the past cattle moved long distances in search of water and pasture, which made disease control difficult. I requested support for research on animal feeds to address the challenges farmers are facing today.

I welcome their partnership.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

This morning at NALI, Kyankwanzi, I lectured a delegation from the Egyptian Armed Forces Staff and Command College on a number of issues, including the Nile Basin question.

I told them that the real challenge of the Nile is not the old colonial agreements but underdevelopment in the tropics, especially the lack of electricity, limited industrialisation and the effects of climate change. The solution is electrification and industrialisation so that we protect the environment and sustainably manage our water resources.

I also shared the historical missions that have guided us: rejecting identity-based politics in favour of nationalism and Pan-Africanism, driving socio-economic transformation and advancing African unity. I was pleased that they visited the Source of the Nile in Jinja and appreciated the beauty of our country. I welcome them to Uganda and wish them a productive stay.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

This evening at Nakasero State Lodge, I welcomed H.E. Jakaya Kikwete, AU High Representative for the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea. We discussed the situation in South Sudan and emphasised the importance of dialogue among the parties. Uganda will continue supporting peace efforts as stability in South Sudan, especially in the Equatorial region where many Ugandans live, is important for regional security and prosperity.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

Fellow Ugandans, especially the Bazzukulu. Greetings once again. We wish you a Happy Easter. God bless you.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

Fellow Countrymen, Countrywomen; and especially, the Bazzukulu.

The International Women’s Day is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the significant role played by women and girls, in our families, local communities; and Country at large. I, therefore, wish them all a happy Women's Day and to thank you all for using this occasion, to highlight the contribution of women and girls, in all the spheres of life.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

I welcomed our Muslim brothers and sisters to the Iftar dinner at State House, Entebbe, and I congratulate them upon reaching this important stage of the Ramadan fast. My appreciation goes to the Muslim community and all Ugandans for the massive support to the NRM in the recent elections.

The Ramadan season reminds us of the need to work for justice, unity, and global affluence. Ugandans deserve commendation for rejecting sectarianism and embracing national unity, a principle that has strengthened the NRM since the expansion of the NRC in 1989.

[Janet K. Museveni @JanetMuseveni]

Lord God, we gather primarily to testify publicly of Your faithfulness to us and secondly, to bring You our praise and thanksgiving for all Your goodness and mercies towards us as a nation.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

I launched Tamini General Insurance at Lugogo during the Iftar dinner organised by Ms. Namyalo Uzeiye and the NRM Office of the National Chairman.

Tamini is Uganda’s first Islamic insurance firm. I welcome their model of mutual assistance, interest-free borrowing and risk sharing, in partnership with Salaam Bank. This is not something strange; it is our traditional way (omukwato). Borrow, but borrow for production, not for consumption.
This insurance will also be accessible to low-income earners, which is very important. I welcome Tamini and the Salaam Group. Uganda is profitable, and our growing population provides a big market.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

Maama Janet and I welcomed Maama Anna Mkapa who paid us a courtesy call at State House Entebbe.
We had warm and cordial discussions and reflected on the historical bonds between Uganda and Tanzania. I welcome her to Uganda.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

Today, I received Letters of Credence from the Ambassadors of the State of Qatar, the Republic of Cuba, the Sahrawi Republic, the State of Israel, the Kingdom of Spain, and the Republic of Angola.

I welcome them to Uganda and reaffirm our commitment to strengthening bilateral relations for the mutual benefit and prosperity of our people.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

Today, I met with the High Command of the UPDF to review our security situation and the strategic priorities of our country.

I thank the CDF and all officers & Men of the UPDF and commend them for their discipline, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to safeguarding Uganda’s peace and sovereignty. Our stability is built on vigilance, unity, and patriotism.

We shall continue strengthening our defence capacity to ensure that Uganda remains secure and focused on social and economic transformation.

[Janet K. Museveni @JanetMuseveni]

I join the entire education fraternity in thanking God as the 2025 UCE results are received today. I congratulate all the candidates, their teachers and parents for their for their perseverance and commitment.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

Fellow Ugandans and especially the Bazzukulu. Greetings from the Old Man with a hat. Congratulations on the nearly ending elections─ Presidential, Parliamentary, Local Govts and, eventually, LC1s. Over the course of the campaigns, I addressed 143 rallies across 153 districts, engaging directly with our people in what I found to be consultative and celebratory gatherings.

The elections have clarified the real balance of forces in Uganda. The strength and membership of the NRM demonstrate overwhelming national support. Even as we acknowledge outstanding issues such as UPE gaps, corruption, feeder roads and shortages of drugs in health centres, the Movement remains firmly rooted among the people. As we resolve these issues, our support will only grow stronger.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

I warmly welcome His Excellency Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, President of the Republic of Togo, who is here on a working visit as part of the AU–EAC–SADC Panel of Facilitators on the DRC peace process. This panel comprises, H.E. Olusegun Obasanjo, H.E. Uhuru Muigai Kenyatta, H.E. Sahle-Work Zewde, H.E. Mokgweetsi Eric Keabetswe Masisi, and H.E. Catherine Samba-Panza. Our region remains committed to dialogue and lasting peace.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

Countrymen, Countrywomen and, especially the Bazzukulu, on Sunday 18th January, I formally received the declaration of my re-election as President of Uganda. I thank God, Maama Janet, the NRM members, our leaders, institutions, and all Ugandans who stood for peace and stability.

In this new Kisanja, our priorities are clear: safeguard peace and security, eradicate household poverty, strengthen unity, enforce discipline in governance, and support wealth creators to grow our economy. Uganda will remain peaceful, stable and focused on progress.

I thank you all and wish you a happy Liberation Day.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

In Busongora North, I emphasised that the first matafari of the NRM is peace. Uganda was destroyed by bad politics based on tribe and religion. Such politics cannot build a strong party, strong institutions or a strong army. NRM rejected sectarianism and built a national party and strong institutions, which is how we achieved peace. Peace comes from clean and good politics.

The second matafari is development, but development alone is not enough. You can have a good road, but if there is no sugar in the house, poverty remains. That is why we emphasise wealth creation at household level through the four-acre model and proper enterprise selection. As we move toward the 15th January elections, I call upon all Ugandans to come out in large numbers and vote NRM to protect peace and consolidate the gains we have made.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

From Iganga, I proceeded to Nakawa where I addressed Kampala NRM local leaders and urged them to champion Uganda and Africa as a whole. I explained that whereas Uganda once smuggled sugar, we now produce about 700,000 tonnes against a domestic demand of 300,000 tonnes. We produce 5.3 billion litres of milk but consume less than 1 billion, leaving a surplus of over 4 billion litres. The same applies to cement, timber and other products.

These realities show why Africa and Pan-Africanism are vital for our prosperity. That is why the NRM rejects politics of identity and instead promotes unity, peace and shared economic interests as the basis for progress.

[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

The NRM message to the people of Nakawa is clear. I told our people that we need leaders who understand local issues and can work with wananchi to find solutions. That is why the NRM flag bearers are the right choice.

I emphasised youth employment through targeted funds, skilling programmes and attracting foreign direct investment in manufacturing, industry and services. Despite efforts by detractors and ideologically bankrupt leaders to mislead the people, I urged Nakawa to correct this through the vote on 15th January and protect the gains we have made.