Yoweri Museveni

President Museveni Appoints Dr. Crispus Kiyonga as New Vice Chancellor of Makerere University

President Museveni Appoints Dr. Crispus Kiyonga as New Vice Chancellor of Makerere University

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed Dr. Crispus Kiyonga as the new Vice Chancellor of Makerere University, one of Uganda's most prestigious institutions of higher learning. The announcement has been met with warm congratulations from the university's leadership. On behalf of the Makerere University Council, Vice Chancellor Barnabas Nawangwe extended his heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Kiyonga, stating, "We warmly welcome him to the service of Makerere University." Dr. Kiyonga’s appointment is seen as a significant milestone for the university. Born on January 1, 1952, Dr. Kiyonga brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having held numerous high-profile positions…
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Museveni to resolve compensation woes of Northern Uganda war claimants

Museveni to resolve compensation woes of Northern Uganda war claimants

President Yoweri Museveni has given the people of Northern Uganda reassurance that he will resolve the impasse in compensating war claimants in the region. “I will call a meeting and discuss with area Members of Parliament, Ministers and elders in the area. I heard that some of the money was initially taken by lawyers; so many problems but we are committed,” Museveni said. He made the commitment while opening the regional plenary sittings at the Kaunda Grounds in Gulu City on Thursday, 29 August 2024. According to the Deputy Attorney General, Jackson Kafuuzi, Shs2 trillion is required for compensation of…
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President Ruto Launches Raila Odinga’s Bid for African Union Commission Chairmanship

President Ruto Launches Raila Odinga’s Bid for African Union Commission Chairmanship

In a grand ceremony held at State House, Nairobi, President William Ruto officially launched Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship. The event, marked by vibrant displays of support and unity, was attended by several high-profile African leaders, including Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu, Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, and South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir. Former Presidents Jakaya Kikwete of Tanzania and Olusegun Obasanjo of Nigeria were also in attendance, adding to the event's significance. Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame, though absent, was represented by Minister of State in charge of Regional Cooperation, James Kabarebe.   In his address, President…
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President Museveni And King Mswati III Call For A Unified African Market And Political Federation

President Museveni And King Mswati III Call For A Unified African Market And Political Federation

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Museveni have today welcomed the King of Eswatini, His Majesty, Mswati III at Entebbe International Airport. His Majesty, Mswati III who is in Uganda for a three-day State Visit at the invitation of President Museveni was accompanied by his wife, Queen Inkhosikati Make Lamashwama and other high-level delegates. At Entebbe International Airport, President Museveni was flanked by Ministers and service chiefs. Upon arrival, the visiting King was accorded a 21-gun salute and inspected a guard of honour mounted by the Uganda People’s Defence Forces…
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President Museveni Urges Ugandans to Utilise Local Council Systems to Demand Accountability From Leaders

President Museveni Urges Ugandans to Utilise Local Council Systems to Demand Accountability From Leaders

According to the President, through proper usage of the systems, citizens are able to demand accountability from their leaders as far as government programs like the Parish Development Model (PDM) and Emyooga are concerned. “NRM has empowered Ugandans with the strength to catch thieves, but you are not utilising the system. We included LCI, LCII, LCIII and LC 5 to the administration to create a layer that would check on the misappropriation of funds and the stealing of drugs from hospitals. Use the LC system to demand accountability on government programs in your area,” he advised. President Museveni made the…
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Alan Kasujja: Ugandan Youth Feel Disregarded and Unseen

Alan Kasujja: Ugandan Youth Feel Disregarded and Unseen

I am a life long student of Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. I have a deep understanding of his thinking and Andrew Mwenda says I cut him some slack because of the compromises he has to make to keep Uganda going. I disagree. Anyway- for the first time, I have serious questions about Mzee’s grasp of what Uganda’s young people are saying. You can’t tell them that “we are wealth creators and you should either join us or get out of our way” They want to create wealth too. They are desperate to join. But they feel unseen, unheard and…
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President Museveni to Address the Nation on Wealth Creation Tonight

President Museveni to Address the Nation on Wealth Creation Tonight

President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda is set to address the nation this evening at 8 pm on the critical topic of wealth creation. This address is part of a series of addresses aimed at providing insights and strategies for enhancing the economic well-being of Ugandans. The President's address is highly anticipated as it comes at a time when the country is navigating economic challenges and opportunities for growth. The series aims to engage citizens and provide them with practical guidance on improving their economic circumstances. During his previous addresses, President Museveni has emphasized the importance of innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable…
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President Museveni Signs 19 Bills into Law

President Museveni Signs 19 Bills into Law

President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda has signed 19 bills into law. This development marks a major step in the country’s legislative and governance processes, reflecting the government's commitment to implementing a wide range of policies and regulations across various sectors. The signing ceremony, which took place at the State House in Entebbe, was attended by key government officials and lawmakers. President Museveni emphasized the importance of these new laws in enhancing the country's legal framework and addressing critical issues that impact the lives of Ugandans. They are: The Anti-Money Laundering (Amendment) Bill, 2023. The Business Facilitation (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill, 2023.…
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Huawei to Establish Digital Village Prototype in Uganda

Huawei to Establish Digital Village Prototype in Uganda

Huawei has announced plans to set up a Digital Village prototype in Butaleja, Eastern Uganda, aimed at promoting the uptake of ICT in rural areas, particularly in education and business processes. This initiative was unveiled during a meeting between Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni and a Huawei delegation led by Gao Hover, the President of Huawei Sub-Saharan Africa, at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi. President Museveni expressed his support for the project, stating, "Please go ahead with the project, and I will come myself to commission the smart village." Hover emphasized that "Huawei is committed to accelerating Uganda’s digital…
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Uganda President Museveni Meets Ethiopian Military Chief Jula

Uganda President Museveni Meets Ethiopian Military Chief Jula

President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda hosted Field Marshal Berhanu Jula, Chief of the General Staff of the Ethiopian National Defense Force, and Her Excellency Etsegenet Bezabih, the Ethiopian Ambassador, at State House Entebbe. During their meeting, President Museveni discussed the historical errors committed by past Ugandan administrations and highlighted the corrective measures taken by the National Resistance Movement (NRM). President Museveni outlined the philosophical, ideological, and strategic mistakes made by previous governments, emphasizing how the NRM has successfully addressed these issues. He detailed the shift in focus towards wealth creation initiatives at the grassroots level, aimed at alleviating poverty and…
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