wamono george

Husband , Father, Economist, Miner,Director Quality Vermiculite Solutions Ltd .

[Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi. @BalaamBarugahar]

Bunyoro subregion for your attention !

[Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi. @BalaamBarugahar]

Tororo thank you ! President Museveni now , Gen @mkainerugaba next .

[Don Wanyama @nyamadon]

The National ID Expo is upon us! September 24th-26th at Kololo Grounds. Come and access key services at no cost. @newvisionwire @NIRA_ED @NIRA_Ug #VisionUpdates

[wamono george @wamogeor]

Protecting the gains

[wamono george @wamogeor]

Thanks and noted

[Daudi Kabanda @DaudiKabanda]

POSTPONEMENT OF PRESS CONFERENCE

Dear Members of the Press and the Public

We regret to inform you that due to the burial of His Majesty Omukama Rukirabashaija Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV tomorrow, which has been declared a public holiday, we have been advised to postpone our scheduled press conference.
The press conference will now be held on:
Monday 14th September, 2026 at Source of the Nile Hotel, Jinja at 11:00 AM.

[wamono george @wamogeor]

A nation does not become poor because it lacks resources; it becomes poor when its resources are stolen.
Wel-in @BalaamBarugahar @HonTwallafadil @DaudiKabanda

[wamono george @wamogeor]

Consistency today creates the success you see tomorrow
@Andynani88 @BalaamBarugahar @HonTwallafadil @DaudiKabanda

[wamono george @wamogeor]

Bread of butter is buttered

[Twalla Fadil @HonTwallafadil]

General @mkainerugaba is loved,

The Turks should know that annoying our Chairman @mkainerugaba annoys all of us.
These people have promised to have breakfast, lunch and dinner at the Turkish Embassy on 18th September.

[wamono george @wamogeor]

Steady progress

[Phiona Nyamutoro @PNyamutoro]

We went on a fact finding visiting in regard to the allegations of continued illegal mining in Kayungwe Subcounty,Kanungu District.

We started with a meeting with the entire district leadership and council where we had the opportunity to sensitise them further on the Mining laws and also offer guidance on compliance of the same.

We briefed them on the several progressive meetings that have been held at Ministry with the different associations and the license holder as well as the steps taken towards formalisation of mining in the area.

We also enlightened them on the misleading actions of the earlier guided on and formed Cooperative that prompted the Ministry to halt using it and drawing back to the associations.

Their concerns were majorly on illegal mining alleged to be fostered by mineral police, licensing, torture and manhandling of locals trying to invade the mine , environmental protection, the use of mercury, sanitation, registration of miners, the ordinances proposed by the district and an MOU to be signed between the district and license holder.

In regard of the above, we guided as follows;

1.We clearly elaborated the existing EL00315 of 236sqkm and
Small Scale License application of 1sqkm
TN/SML/06295 under Shiye Mining Company and the Artisanal area GP00033 of 6.3sqkm that has been Gazetted on the cadastre to be licensed to the different 4 associations that is Greater Rwegyeyo ArtisanalAssociation, Kanungu Artisanal Association, Dondoma Association and Kayungwe Artisanal Association.

2.The ordinances should not contradict with the existing Mining and Minerals Act 2022 and the Ministry also responded to the proposals in writing with specific stipulations of the ACTS associated.

3.We guided that the district can only sign a community development agreement with the license holder at mining stage to carter for social corporate responsibility, as provided for by the law and monitored by the Ministry.

4.We also warned the leaders to refrain from fronting their personal interests in the Mines as contrary to the law.

5.The registration of miners is also done by the Ministry under the Biometric registration system carried out routinely by inspectors for easy tracking, information of which can be shared with the district.

6.We committed to continously support them and guide them together with the local associations throughout the necessary processes pre-requisite to offical opening of the mine.

From the field visit to the mine we provided guidance as follows;

1.The small scale application has since submitted all the necessary documents required for licensing including an ESIA certificate issued by NEMA.

2.The different associations should be supported to continue to complete submission of the requirements for licensing.

3.All ore that is attracting people to the mine should be taken out.

4.The residents should be allowed access to their gardens .

5.All markets and lodging structures within the mining area should be demolished.

6.All pits especially those whose proximity doesn't meet the legal threshold of atleast 100m apart should be closed and back filled.

7.All processing centres around and within the mining area should be closed with immediate effect and only 2 mercury free processing areas that is by the license holder and pearl refineries in the pipeline to be licensed for processing shall be allowed to operate upon resumption of mining.

8.The license holder to construct 20 latrines as appropriately recommended to be adequate for the small scale area.

9.The mineral police officers on site be altered immediately and the license holder to beef up new deployed mineral police with a private security arrangement.

The above should be instituted within a period of 21days in a bid to support and promote responsible sustainable mining upon formal re-opening.

[wamono george @wamogeor]

In the right docket

[Hon. Eng Asiimwe Jonard. @EngJonard]

Following our discussions on AI policy and sovereignty, Lord Uday Nagaraju hosted me at the UK Parliament, where I had the opportunity to tour the parliamentary chambers and sit in the House of Lords to observe ongoing proceedings.

During the visit, I also had the pleasure of meeting Shri Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra State, India.

Such engagements are important as Uganda continues to build international partnerships that can support our ambition to harness STI as a driver of economic transformation.

[wamono george @wamogeor]

Tuko pamoja

[Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi. @BalaamBarugahar]

Since this morning, we have been monitoring and inspecting various government projects in Butaleja District, together with Hon. Eng. John Bosco Waluswaka, Woman Member of Parliament Hon. Sarah Logose, the LC5 Chairman, several district political leaders, and the entire district security team.

Our focus is to ensure that government programs and resources reach the intended beneficiaries and that public funds are protected.

Following the findings from today’s inspection, 10 district staff members will be subjected to investigations over allegations of corruption and other related crimes. Those found culpable will face the law in accordance with due process.

The fight against corruption must continue at every level. Public resources belong to the people, and anyone entrusted with them must be held accountable.

[Don Wanyama @nyamadon]

This morning, at @BOU_Official Gardens, we unveiled Season 4 of the #UniversityQuizChallenge. Thanks to Governor Atingi-Ego for the support. A total of 20 chartered universities will engage in a battle of wits, to be aired on @VisionGroup platforms starting October 3rd. We appreciate our partners; @URAuganda @UCC_Official @Parliament_Ug @NetstudiosA @CmaUganda @TurkishAirlines & @KrystalWaterUG . Let the battle begin! #VisionUpdates

[Hon. Eng Asiimwe Jonard. @EngJonard]

I had a very insightful engagement with Lord Uday Nagaraju in London on Artificial Intelligence, particularly the question of how our nation can build AI sovereignty while ensuring an ethical and responsible approach to its development and deployment.
Our discussion looked at the critical building blocks of the AI ecosystem, chips, energy, data, models, applications, and skills. Of particular importance is the need for Uganda to build the infrastructure and capacity that allows us to retain and harness our own data, progressively develop our own models, and equip our people with the skills to build practical AI applications that respond to our development needs.
We also discussed the importance of ensuring that policymakers understand not only what AI is and the opportunities it presents, but also its wider implications for society, governance and national development.
AI is evolving rapidly, and therefore our national approach cannot be static. As we develop our AI strategy, we must build a framework that can evolve with emerging technologies and opportunities.
Our ambition must be to move our country from being merely a consumer of AI technologies to becoming an active participant in building, governing and deriving value from the AI economy.

[wamono george @wamogeor]

Without delay @mkainerugaba @BalaamBarugahar @Andynani88 @HonTwallafadil

[Muhoozi Kainerugaba @mkainerugaba]

Those who want us to put more thieves in the basement retweet and like.

[Hon. Eng Asiimwe Jonard. @EngJonard]

This afternoon, together with the STI Secretariat teams from the Industrial Value Chains and Mobility Bureaus, I am engaging Kampala taxi operators, including Stage Committees, Park Management Committees and the Uganda Taxi Operators Forum (UTOF), alongside E-Bus Xpress under Kiira Motors Corporation, on Uganda’s mobility transition.

Kiira Motors Corporation has developed the 7-metre Kayoola EVS, carrying 42 passengers, with franchise, lease-to-own “Kibanja Mpola” over 48 months and lease-to-operate options.

Mayambala Mustafa welcomed the model, noting that the 7-metre bus is within a price range operators could consider, but emphasised that existing taxi drivers, cooperatives and leadership must be involved. Shafik, a taxi operator, similarly proposed that existing drivers and cooperatives be given priority to participate and integrate into the new system.

I reminded the E-Bus Xpress team that behind every taxi operator is a family and a livelihood. As we introduce new mobility technologies, we must map, engage, train and prepare existing operators to participate. Kiira is demonstrating that this technology works; ultimately, we want our taxi operators to become customers and owners of these Ugandan-made mobility solutions.

We shall broaden engagement with taxi leadership, including a visit to the Kiira Motors Corporation vehicle plant, and together with the Minister for Kampala, explore how operators can participate in this transformation and Uganda’s journey towards a US$500 billion economy.

Our mobility transition must carry existing operators along. Technology must work with our people, not against them.

#STIUganda #STIWorks

[Twalla Fadil @HonTwallafadil]

To all who turned up for the official launch of the PLU website and digital platform, and to the entire PLU Secretariat team

On behalf of the Patriotic League of Uganda, and on my own behalf, I extend my heartfelt appreciation to everyone who honoured our invitation and made today’s launch at the PLU Headquarters in Naguru a success. Your presence confirmed that this organisation is growing in structure, purpose and national reach.

I would like, in a special way to appreciate:

The Rt. Hon. @Thomas_Tayebwa, Deputy Speaker of Parliament and Special Envoy of Parliament, our Chief Guest

Hon. @chairtoyota (Toyota), National Vice Chairman of PLU, who received and guided the function,
Prof. @GilbertBukenya, former Vice President of the Republic of Uganda
Captain Mike Mukula,
Honourable Ministers,
The more than 120 Members of Parliament who attended,
Members of the PLU Central Committee,
Members of the NRM Central Executive Committee,
Hon. @odongaotto
Hon. Hamson Obua, The NRM Vice Chairman Northern Uganda,
Religious leaders, led by Pastor @BujjingoPastor1 , who also always gives us free airtime on @SaltTvUganda,
Cultural leaders, led by His Highness the Ssabaruuli
Patriotic Officers and supporters from across the country,
Members of the business community, led by Amb. Kirumira, together with Mr. Sudhir Ruparelia and other distinguished entrepreneurs who joined us

To all of you, and to every patriot who graced the function, thank you. You turned a digital launch into a national statement of organisation and unity.

I further thank the teams that made the event possible.

I thank the team that created the website and digital platform. You have given PLU an official home online for communication, membership registration, verification and the continued endorsement of our Chairman, Gen. @mkainerugaba.
This is a lasting institutional asset.

I appreciate the organising committee, ably led by Hon. Ojara Mapenduzi. Your planning, coordination and attention to detail delivered a dignified function.

I thank the media team for publishing and covering the launch.

I commend the protocol team for the orderly reception of dignitaries, seating and flow of the programme.

Finally, I thank the PLU Secretariat staff for the quiet work behind the scenes. The success of today rests on your daily service.

The website and digital platform https://t.co/bk8byJPeyv is now active. Let us use only official channels, remain disciplined, and continue building PLU as a structured civic force for patriotism, service and national transformation.

Much obliged.

Hon. Twalla Fadil
General Secretary
Patriotic League of Uganda

[wamono george @wamogeor]

Uganda’s oil era is approaching.

This should force us to have a serious national conversation about how natural-resource wealth is managed.

Do we use oil revenues to consume more today—or invest them to build an economy that can prosper long after the oil is gone?

[Daudi Kabanda @DaudiKabanda]

Thank you Mama Charlotte for this initiative. Mama Masaka City @Sarakiyimba 👍.

[wamono george @wamogeor]

Rally others to register online