Sam Ogwal

IGAD Youth Envoy and Former Secretary for Finance, National Youth Council - Uganda

[Sam Ogwal @OgwalSam]

I am truly grateful for the immense support I've received from the youth in our region. Their motivation & energy inspire me to address the upcoming challenges .
During my tenure, my primary goal is to foster a closer connection between IGAD and the youth it serves.
#IGAD #Youth

[Daily Monitor @DailyMonitor]

Full list: What immigration told Parliament about ministers

Four ministers-designate flagged in citizenship verification exercise. | Details👇🏽 https://t.co/Bbxx9IFqX2

[NBS Television @nbstv]

UPDATE: President @KagutaMuseveni has unveiled the Legislative Programme for FY 2026/27, with over 38 bills set to be presented to parliament by ministers.

#NBSUpdates

[Sam Ogwal @OgwalSam]

❤️

[Marion Esther @MarionsEsther]

But who told Africans that wedding are supposed to be big ?😒😩. I think this is enough 😋

[EU Delegation Somalia @EU_in_Somalia]

Joint statement 👇

[Egwale Godwin Abila @AEgwale]

The knowledge that overflows with Dr. Robert Kirunda is Amusing

[IGAD Secretariat @IGADsecretariat]

𝗜𝗚𝗔𝗗 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗮 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

📍 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | 31 May 2026

Ahead of Ethiopia's 7th General Election, Dr. Speciosa Wandira Kazibwe (@SpeciosaW), Head of the #IGAD Election Observation Mission, met with H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta, former President of the Republic of Kenya and Head of the African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM).

The meeting between the two Heads of Mission provided an opportunity to exchange pre-election observations, discuss observer deployment plans, and reaffirm their mutual commitment to supporting peaceful, credible, transparent, and inclusive electoral processes in Ethiopia.

Dr. Kazibwe and H.E. Kenyatta also discussed coordination mechanisms between their respective teams and mapped out the timeline for releasing their preliminary election report, set for 3rd June, 2026 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

#IGADEOM #EthiopiaDecides2026 #RisingWithIGAD #OneRegionOneFuture

[The CBIJ @TheCBIJ]

IGAD Steps Up Election Observation Across Ethiopia

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Election Observation Mission has deployed field observers across Ethiopia as the country prepares to hold its 7th General Election on June 1.

The mission said teams are operating in assigned districts nationwide, meeting local officials, civil society representatives and other stakeholders to assess electoral preparedness, inclusivity and the overall voting environment ahead of polling day.

Led by Speciosa Wandira-Kazibwe (@SpeciosaW), the mission is gathering real-time information from communities across the country to evaluate conditions on the ground before voting begins.

The findings will contribute to IGAD’s post-election assessment of the polls, which are being closely watched as Ethiopia conducts its first nationwide election since the formal end of the Tigray conflict.

[Uganda Legal Information Institute @Uganda_LII]

Do you know the fears Parliament had when passing the Uganda Citizenship and Immigration Control (Amendment) Act, 2009 (Act 5 of 2009)?

Would dual citizenship divide loyalty? Enable fugitives to evade justice? Allow foreigners to acquire land? Open the door to abuse of public office?

Read the Hansard of 14 May 2009 on ULII and discover who said what, the concerns raised, and how Parliament ultimately resolved them.
👉:https://t.co/LtlfjG5F2l @Sambannz @amronaldo @TonyNatif @cbusinge

[Dr Workneh Gebeyehu @DrWorkneh]

Congratulations my brother @adoniaayebare on your appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uganda.

IGAD values your friendship, leadership, and steadfast support, including your role in strengthening our presence and engagement in New York.

I look forward to working with you through the IGAD Council of Ministers to advance peace, regional integration, and shared prosperity for the benefit of our people.

I also extend my congratulations to the new Cabinet of Uganda and wish them success in service to Uganda and the wider region.

[Mercy Kanyesigye (MK) @KanyesigyeMerc1]

A MEMORABLE HANDOVER:
From Sec. Legal Affairs @NYCofug to the 12th August House!

Today, I officially handed over the office of Secretary for Legal Affairs at the National Youth Executive - Committee.

After 5 remarkable years (2021–2026), I pass the baton to a new team to take this Council to greater heights.

These past 5 years have been more than just a title; they have been a forum that has shaped me. Through this role, I’ve had the privilege of shaping Uganda’s youth Agend & influencing policies that impact our daily lives.

That experience has prepared me, by God’s grace, for the next calling: National Female MP, 2026–2031.👌

As I step into the 12th August House of Uganda, I carry every lesson, every battle, & every win from the National Youth Council.

What will sustain my leadership is not the title, but the passion to serve young people. Teamwork remains fundamental & I will take that spirit to Parliament.

TO THE NEW TEAM: lead with heart. To the youth of Uganda: I’m not leaving you, I’m going to fight for you on a bigger floor, @Parliament_Ug . 🇺🇬

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#Handover #NationalYouthCouncil #LegalAffairs #UgandaYouth #12thAugustHouse #FemaleMP2026
#Tukopamoja

[Sam Ogwal @OgwalSam]

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[📸 Isano Francis @francis_isano]

Arsenal fans are burning Kampala tonight 🤣🤣. See what i just found in Kisasi 🤣

[Sam Ogwal @OgwalSam]

@DrWorkneh @FathiBashe My Boss, kumbe you’re also a silent Arsenal fan.👏😂😂

[Sam Ogwal @OgwalSam]

You gave a powerful speech. Thanks for your guidance 👏👏👏

[Justine Kasule Lumumba @JustineLumumba]

Honored to attend as Guest of Honor the Swearing-In of the @NYCofuganda today. With over 75% of Uganda under 35, the future is young. I urged the new leaders to lead with integrity, stay accountable to the young people and focus on driving social-economic transformation.

[Tabz @NinyeTabz]

Be good to people on your way up the ladder because you’ll need them on your way down! 📌

[Sam Ogwal @OgwalSam]

😂

[Patro Uganda @PatroUganda]

Sheebah Karungi has revealed that she has no problem being wife number four — or even number 10 — in a marriage.

“As long as you explain it to me and I visit my co-wives and they are nice. I’m not even joking. I can be number four. I can even be number 10 because it’s not about romance for me.”

[Sam Ogwal @OgwalSam]

Amazing 👏👏

[Kairetu 👩🏾‍💻 @Mwende_Mugambi]

In today's Daily Nation paper!

Super proud of the journey @Mizizi_Africa has had💜

To more growth🥂

[IGAD Secretariat @IGADsecretariat]

Strengthening Climate Preparedness for Resilient Food Systems

IGAD, through @ICPAC_IGAD and in partnership with @AGRA_Africa, is strengthening the preparedness of African countries and regional institutions to plan and implement climate change solutions.

The meeting focused on building capacity, advancing practical climate action, and supporting countries to turn climate priorities into resilient food systems and sustainable development outcomes.

#ClimateAction #RisingWithIGAD #OneRegionOneFuture

[Sam Ogwal @OgwalSam]

👏👏👏

[Lucy Daxbacher @LucyDaxbacher]

At this high level meeting, I had the opportunity to present the #IGAD Flagship Action on the Protocols on Free Movement of Persons and Transhumance in the IGAD Region as a Durable Solution to Safe, Regular and Orderly Migration of our citizens in the wake of natural disasters & pursuit of #peace, #security and prosperity thru residence for #trade & access to social services.

[Sam Ogwal @OgwalSam]

Weldone my dear. I’m glad you’re taking this trajectory.

[Atukunda Tracy @AtukundaTTracy]

Grateful to have participated in a powerful workshop with ICGLR. Learned that lasting peace begins with listening, empathy, and inclusive conversations. Ready to apply these skills to strengthen communities and resolve conflicts constructively.#peace #conflictresolution

[Sam Ogwal @OgwalSam]

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