I extend my heartfelt gratitude to my dear mother, Abwooli Brown Byenkya, and Rt. Rev. Bishop Joshua Amooti Kugonza of Masindi-Kitara Diocese for accompanying me and witnessing the taking of my Ministerial Oath and Oath of Allegiance to His Excellency the President, the people of Uganda, and our beloved nation.
Thank you, Mzee President @KagutaMuseveni , for the trust and confidence you have placed in me by elevating me to the position of Cabinet Minister. I am deeply honored by this responsibility.
Special appreciation goes to General @mkainerugaba for identifying, mentoring, and guiding me. Your belief in me is greatly valued, and I pledge to serve diligently and never let you down.
The journey toward generational transition, transformative leadership, and improved service delivery in our local communities and local governments begins now.
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord and not for men.” -Colossians 3:23
God bless you all, and God bless Uganda.
Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi
Minister of Local Government
I honor our Star Heroes ! His Excellency the President General @KagutaMuseveni and my supreme leader General @mkainerugaba, and not forgetting our papa, the Chief Government Listener, Gen. Caleb Akandwanaho Rufu. Wishing you all a Happy Heroes Day.
2001 - P.6 Namugongo Girls' Primary School - PREFECT
2002 - P.7 DEPUTY HEAD GIRL
2008 - S.6 SABAGANZI HOUSE PREFECT King's College Budo
2021 - Senior Presidential Advisor on Greater Masaka Region
2026 January - Woman MP Masaka City
2026 May - State Minister for local Government🙏
Thank you, Afande CDF General @mkainerugaba, for releasing our patriotic senior officer, Major General Don Nabaasa, and for dropping all the charges against him. May the Lord bless you abundantly for your leadership, wisdom, and compassion.
"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." - Ephesians 4:32
My leader General @mkainerugaba, I am who I am today because of your guidance, belief, and mentorship. Your leadership has shaped my journey and inspired me greatly. May God continue to bless, strengthen, and elevate you always.