The greatest betrayal is when those who helped build a nation of laws are forced into hiding for believing in them. Freedom and democracy must never become crimes .
#FreeMiriamMatembe
I stand with this incredibly brave, selfless, outspoken role model of mine. The cowards after her are even more cowards than we thought. Time is coming when we will realize we have no choice but to all rise up against these shameless people.
I see you!
You are not absent.
You are fighting.
Struggling so that your kids don’t have to.
You’re carrying people who don’t even know they are being carried.
May God grant you the breakthrough that will allow you to spend more time with your kids.
May their mother be your shelter, not another battle.
May your children, when they grow up and understand the price of things, look back and say —
Taata yatulwanirira.
Our father fought for us.
Happy Father’s Day my guy!
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UPDATES: The Uganda 🇺🇬- Zambia🇿🇲 Trade and Business Forum is underway in Lusaka under the theme: “Exploring and Tapping into the Rich Opportunities for Deeper Collaboration.”
In his remarks, H.E. Col (Rtd) Fred Mwesigye, Uganda’s High Commissioner to Zambia, reaffirmed Uganda’s commitment to strengthening economic diplomacy, regional integration, trade, investment, tourism, energy, mining, manufacturing, and industrial partnerships between Uganda and Zambia.
He highlighted Uganda’s strategic location at the heart of East Africa, its investment-friendly environment, youthful workforce, and the vast opportunities available across agriculture, tourism, energy, ICT, infrastructure, manufacturing, and mineral development.
He further noted that the Forum is providing a platform for B2B and B2G engagements aimed at fostering joint ventures, technology transfer, regional value chains, and increased trade and investment flows between the two countries.
In her remarks, Mrs. Lilian Walya, Permanent Secretary at Zambia’s Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry, emphasized the importance of intra-African trade, regional integration, and private sector-led growth as key drivers of economic transformation and job creation. She noted that Uganda can source products such as fertilizer, cement, sugar, tiles, and homecare products from Zambia.
Mrs. Walya also highlighted Zambia’s investment opportunities in manufacturing, agriculture, energy, mining, tourism, and ICT, while reaffirming Government’s commitment to improving the business environment through trade facilitation reforms, investment incentives, and strengthened public-private dialogue.
She further noted that through the Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry, Zambia has introduced a single window system that has streamlined trade processes, reduced border delays, and enhanced efficiency. In addition, the Government continues to provide incentives for investors operating in Special Economic Zones, rural areas, and selected priority sectors.
The discussions continue to underscore the shared commitment by Uganda and Zambia to deepen bilateral cooperation, strengthen intra-African trade, and unlock sustainable economic growth through strategic partnerships and private sector collaboration.
Present at the forum is H.E. Col (Rtd) Fred Mwesigye, Uganda’s High Commissioner to Zambia; Amb. Richard Kabonero, Head of Regional Economic Cooperation at Uganda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Mr. Humphrey Asiimwe, Chief Executive Officer of the Uganda Chamber of Energy and Minerals; Mr. Simon Kaita, Product Development and Investment Officer at the Uganda Tourism Board; Mr. Timothy Mivingo, Regional Economic Cooperation; Ms. Prosie Hope Kikabi, Senior Investment Executive at the Uganda Investment Authority; representatives from Uganda Airlines including the Country Manager; and Ms. Lilian Walya, Permanent Secretary at Zambia’s Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry.
Companies participating from Zambia include Yatu T, Jewel of Africa, Union Gold, Proton Electrical Cables, and Trekking Travels and Tours, alongside other stakeholders exploring trade, investment, and partnership opportunities between Uganda and Zambia
HAPPENING NOW: Uganda–Zambia 🇺🇬🇿🇲 Trade & Investment Forum Underway at Taj Pamodzi Hotel, Lusaka
The Uganda High Commission in Zambia, in collaboration with the Zambia Development Agency, is hosting a Trade and Investment Forum at Taj Pamodzi Hotel under the theme: “Exploring and Tapping into the Rich Opportunities for Deeper Collaboration.”
The forum has brought together government officials, investors, tourism stakeholders, private sector leaders, and business representatives from Uganda and Zambia to strengthen bilateral trade, investment, tourism, energy, and economic cooperation.