Government ministers of Uganda

"The government of Uganda recognizes the importance of regional integration and trade, and is committed to promoting policies and initiatives that will help to further strengthen economic ties between our countries."

"Charcoal is transported from here to Kenya and Rwanda through our borders. I wrote to the Finance Minister [Matia Kasaija] about the charcoal trade."

"The Congolese are our neighbours for good."

"Instead of battling with Kenya over our eggs and sugar, we shall take our commodities to a bigger market (DRC). Kenya has about 40 million people while DRC has 90 million people. We have a bigger market in DRC than in Kenya. For Ugandans, it is a big plus for us to now have more than one route of access to the sea."

"Yes; I’m Maria Kiwanuka, I’m the owner of the newest radio station in Uganda. We need your business and you need our business."

"Math is too hard for us girls."

"First of all, all of us are stakeholders, there is no free lunch for everybody. There is no free finance. You must not say, let me take this money and run. In order to develop, we must stop thinking of getting money and disappear."

"We must respect the rule of the law. Borrowers must respect lenders and lenders must respect borrowers."

"Money is what makes the economy go round so financiers need to take a long overview to see how finances will be disbursed."

"If your SMEs are in line with inelastic demand, as a borrower, you can never go wrong because people need to eat and clothe themselves."

"You can subdue people, you can humiliate them, they feel they have no voice, they’ll go underground—it will resurface."

"I made up my mind I was going to do everything possible to reach out to the warlords and talk to them, talk them into a peaceful solution."

"The leader can decide to kill you. He can decide to mutilate you. But I was determined because I felt that if meeting with the rebels could bring peace, would save lives, it was worthwhile making the commitment."

"When you bring a political solution to any kind of violent conflict, then all these other underlying causes are addressed, and therefore, people can start living together in harmony."

"Our key strategic pillars, with regards to the sustainable development of petroleum resources, revolve around six principles: ensure the sustainable production and utilisation of Uganda’s oil and gas resources; strengthen the legal and regulatory frameworks; enhance local capacity in the oil and gas operations; promote private investment; enhance quality, health, safety, security and environment (QHSSE); and improve the security of the supply of refined petroleum products."

"In terms of our work in the oil and gas downstream, it is our goal to acquire a strategic partner to develop the Kampala Storage Terminal and have its engineering designs developed."

"The principles guiding our actions in the transmission and distribution space focus on ensuring an increased electricity access rate, as well as consumption."

"It is very noteworthy to underline that we have prepared the Atomic Energy Amendment Bill and we are also preparing the local content strategy for nuclear energy development."

"The ministry is currently ensuring that human capacity is developed in order to facilitate proper takeover of several projects under the build, operate and transfer arrangement."

"Human capital development and steady infrastructural development have been very consequential."

"The team was given powers to deliver the message of President Museveni, but of course, they will not push us to the wall because the President has been passionate about homosexuality and you can’t change his mind because that is the voice of Ugandans. Ugandans are saying, you can’t go homosexual and the President can’t come up and break that law because he is part of Ugandans. He is one of the indigenous Ugandans who have shaped it to what it is now,”"

"So, what we are waiting for is the US to understand that trade is different from human rights, these are quite divergent matters and the challenge we have is that the US doesn’t want us to add any value on anything. But of course, they brought in other issues to do with security, violation of human rights and they assumed as if Uganda is on fire and there is going to be a coup, there is no coup that is going to be in Uganda,”"

"Uganda will abandon the US market if its participation is hinged on condition that the country accepts homosexuality, arguing that Uganda already has enough markets to sell its products."

"The commission had called all the candidates together, expecting to announce the winner, but it was in vain. Regardless of whether a winner was declared or not, I will be running in next year's elections."

"They have now hurriedly released false and manipulated results, claiming that I have been defeated. Furthermore, the 129 polling stations where we were supposed to vote again have been reduced to just 58."

"They know that even if I win in all 58 polling stations, I won’t be able to overcome their manipulated results, which I’m not even allowed to view. I refuse to take part in this blatant falsehood of limiting the vote to only 58 stations. I’m running as an independent."

"We have reported the matter, and I expect the police to expedite their investigation and arrest those responsible."

"Unidentified individuals have been following me in Kampala and Mbale, using a specific vehicle and motorcycles. I have repeatedly appealed to the Uganda Police Force for protection, but my requests have been ignored."

"The program should be restructured from a revolving scheme into a non-refundable capital venture aimed at supporting youth. The need for the program to offer training to beneficiaries, ensuring they fully understand its importance."

"I didn't spend as much as some of my colleagues did."

"I would like to sincerely express my appreciation for the hardworking people of Agago District, as well as the Lango and Acholi regions as a whole."

"How will Uganda benefit from the ban on vehicle imports after forgoing Shs 182 billion?"

"I spoke with the extension workers, and they confirmed the situation. I also checked with the Minister of Agriculture, who said he was aware of it. Many regions of the country are affected."

"In these challenging times, we must act decisively when necessary. The Ministry of Agriculture should issue guidelines for isolating sick animals to prevent a sector-wide lockdown, considering the significant economic impact it would have."

"The food was primarily distributed in the Maramba, Busanza, and Nyabwishenya areas. We kindly request additional food and medical assistance from the government and other NGOs."

"The polythene bag advocacy group is influential and has been actively engaging with government officials."

"I have attended several of their meetings, where they have stated that they have recycling facilities for polythene bags."

"I understand that the polythene bag manufacturers have not met these requirements, which demonstrates a lack of commitment to providing a solution."

"The Kyoto Protocol established a new system of trade for emissions that contribute to climate change."

"Initiatives like the Nyagak hydroelectric dams, which have replaced diesel-powered generators, have reduced carbon dioxide emissions, helping to mitigate the potential impacts of global climate change."

"This will assist voters in lowering costs when organizing events within their communities."

"We are deeply distressed that our people are suffering in hospitals while URA remains unapologetic. This is utterly unacceptable. They must issue a public apology for their unjust tax collection methods. They must cover the medical bills of those affected and provide compensation, particularly to the man whose reproductive rights have been compromised."

"I'm not familiar with the procedures the army follows, but if they asked him, that's acceptable. As an MP, he has the right to express his views, though unfortunately, he found himself in a difficult situation."

"How are these weeds entering our country? Are they being imported? We need to identify their origin so we can stop their spread."

"We’re not here for competition. We are all growing at our own pace"

"We can sense and imagine what others might see."

"I thought it was the end of my life."

"After that, it depends on what my people decide. I won’t give up until they say no."

"We must take responsibility for keeping the ambulances running to ensure we can provide help to the community.""

"We are losing people; we buried a 19-year-old yesterday; today we are burying two people, and the cause is the liver. The liver got rotten; the liver got cirrhosis. So as I talk now, in two days, we are burying three people with similar complications,”"

"Cirrhosis is the scarring (fibrosis) of the liver resulting from prolonged liver damage. This scar tissue disrupts the liver’s ability to function properly. Often referred to as end-stage liver disease, cirrhosis occurs after other stages of liver damage caused by conditions like hepatitis."

"Beneficiaries of PDM funds often spend nights in neighboring Arua and Koboko districts, awaiting their payments."

"The President is not a bad person; it's simply that you have been distant from him. We urge you to meet with him for the benefit of the country."

"I have collaborated with various organizations involved in health-related initiatives in Amudat and throughout Karamoja, giving me comprehensive knowledge of the challenges faced by expectant mothers during childbirth."

"It's putting a lot of stress on me, but I can't give up. I will do whatever it takes to protect the livestock of my people."

"Under Algeria, when you examine numbers 8, 83, 103, and 110, you'll see that there are actually two students listed, but they are repeated."

"The Students Financing Board is doing a great job by providing us with the names of all applicants, allowing us to see that every district with students applying for scholarships is being considered."

"Thank you! RDCs have been exposed to several capacity building activities. They have been grounded in the public service standing orders and were provided additional guidelines and operational orders."

"The Presidency instituted an online monitoring system where we monitor their work on a regular basis. The RDCs regularly report on their field activities and they consult with Headquarters before implementing any decisions. The country is divided into six regions and each is supervised by a Regional Commissioner based at the RDC Secretariat who is in constant touch with the RDCs, especially to monitor their performance."

"The Presidency has increased the allowances of the RDCs to facilitate their work of monitoring security and service delivery."

"As it is now, those who were in the habit of overstepping their function because they believed they were ‘untouchable’ have adjusted after facing sanctions. RDCs are constantly reminded that they are civil servants. They are not above the law and will face the law just like any other public official. This has shaped their attitude to work."

"RDCs are transferred as and when there is a reason for it. Indeed, they are transferable just like any other civil servant. They perform their duties bearing in mind this reality. RDCs used to work in a station for a very lengthy period and they would assume certain habits as a result of this."

"I am really happy to say that we have made some progress on gender parity, starting with education. With the introduction of UPE [Universal Primary Education], we were able to achieve 50/50 percent enrollment of both boys and girls. But where we’ve got the challenge in UPE is the high school drop-out [rates] of girls due to poverty at home and due to some social problems. And the same extends to education in upper primary where the girls drop out for early marriages and to assist their mothers and aunties with household work and other things."

"At the university and the higher levels, I think we are doing much better because the enrolment of girls is 60 percent compared to boys at 40 percent. The Law School [at Makerere University] is a case in point. This has been achieved because of the affirmative action the Government of Uganda has put in place to uplift the girl child."

"Our women here [in Uganda] are quite enterprising but they lack the appropriate capital, they lack access to markets, and they lack access to collateral. This is because in Africa all property belongs to men so it’s very difficult for male spouses to allow them to use family collateral to borrow money [that can] help them to expand their businesses. So, here we need funding, which does not require the traditional collateral, for women to be able to grow their businesses."

"Youth unemployment is one of the most biting problems for our government today with a population of 57 percent of youths below the age of 20, and the number goes even slightly higher if you go up to the age of 30."

"We have to look at the genesis of the problem: One, education. Secondly is the slow growth of private sector because the civil service does not provide a lot of jobs. The jobs come from the private sector. But the private sector has not been growing as fast as we would have wanted."

"That USh10.6 billion was distributed among six claimants, and as I have stated repeatedly, I want to emphasize once again that only one of them, Stephen Nagenda, was legitimate in my view, as he had a court order backing his claim."

"I want to make it clear to the general public that I have never asked for any money."

"The issue of people illegally grabbing government land is unfortunate, but it's happening, and it's an open secret. Government officials themselves are involved in this land grab. It's a sad reality. If those in positions of power aren't fulfilling their duties and properly safeguarding what’s entrusted to them, then what kind of people are we? What kind of leaders are we, especially when we are supposed to lead by example?"

"I haven't left the office"

"I used to believe that, as a lawyer, the winner takes it all. However, whether I'm negotiating on a personal level or in other contexts, I now strive for a win-win outcome, and I credit this shift in mindset to IDLI."

"I’ve been involved in negotiations that have had a significant impact on my work, as negotiating is often an inevitable part of what I do."

"I enjoyed interacting with lawyers from other countries because it provided an opportunity to learn from each other, gaining new perspectives that help improve the way I handle legal matters."

"The Assembly should not delay proceedings during elections in Partner States, as doing so would set a negative precedent."

"We are requesting a court declaration that the practice is unconstitutional, as well as cruel, inhuman, and degrading."

"The legislator emphasized that an EAC ideological orientation is urgently needed.""

"The President has already spoken about this. If it’s about aid or whatever, we are simply not going to accept these acts in this country"

"I also want to sound a warning that if there is any school which is compromising about this issue, it is going to be shut down. Every parent must watch their child. Let us all speak with one voice to protect our children."

"When we are talking of homosexuality, we have questions about these Churches which pray at night. We wonder why they choose to pray at night and not during the day,"

"The issues raised we are going to write to all the concerned ministries. For instance on that 30million for sports and the gadgets for our learned with special needs, I am going to write to out First Lady,"

"This will entail facilitation of Parish chiefs in routine parish data collection, development of Parish Plans, and monitoring all services delivered in the Parish. In the new Manifesto Period, the Ministry will strengthen the Parish level to cater for the added responsibilities for Parish Model Implementation,”"

"We need a minimum of UGX 110.4Bn"

"It’s true she has been appointed as the director for mobilization. She was confirmed yesterday by the Central Executive Committee of the party"

"My appointment is confirmation that my party still has confidence in me."

"says that she is going to expend a lot of energy in finding out why her party performed decimally in some places and together with other leaders come up with measures to reverse their misfortune."

"I have never done it before but it is generally good.it does not require equipment.it is about relaxation which is good for our student.There is nothing you need,Teachers of physical Education should learn Yoga and teach the student"

"Of course, I would like the public to appreciate that the Ministry of Health came up with standard operating procedures that must be implemented and when you look at these young children, I don't think the managers of these children will be able to implement these SOPs. A child of that age can't put on a mask because they can easily suffocate."

"When the teachers are teaching these children, they are closely interacting with them. How will you stop these children from interacting? We are talking about social distancing, so at that age they can't. We must appreciate the fact that pre-primary is mostly about playing. We teach these children through playing. This can be done at home."

"The UPDF was one of the key organizations that led the fight against HIV/AIDS, with guidance from the Commander-in-Chief. As one of the pioneering institutions, combining this effort with our regular military duties—especially in hard-to-reach areas—was no small accomplishment. It's an achievement we should not underestimate. Due to our presence in these remote regions, we have a responsibility to provide services not just to our soldiers, but also to the surrounding communities. As a result, the civilian populations in these areas have greatly benefited from our outreach efforts."

"Our figures tend to be higher than those of the Ministry of Health, but as I mentioned earlier, it’s not just the soldiers. We serve soldiers, their families, and the surrounding communities. In fact, in many of our service areas, civilians make up the largest percentage of our clients. We often hear feedback from people who prefer the services provided by military facilities. In fact, we are performing exceptionally well in most of the programs we run."

"The DSDM model involves reaching out to communities directly, where we maintain contact with our clients. We find it more convenient to deliver medication to our clients rather than asking them to travel to health facilities, as many lack transportation or are too ill to make the journey. We identify key points where a large number of clients gather, and that’s where we deliver the medications. This model proved particularly effective during the COVID-19 outbreak. While it existed before COVID, the restrictions during the pandemic helped us organize and streamline the process. It was originally implemented by health workers in remote areas where our soldiers are stationed, and we would gather medical records for certain groups, refill prescriptions, and deliver the medication to those locations. The pandemic only amplified the scope of this initiative, and it continues to function effectively today. We’ve since expanded the model. Now, a multidisciplinary team goes to specific locations to offer a variety of services, rather than just delivering medications. In addition to dispensing drugs, the team conducts disease monitoring, TB contact tracing, and even viral load testing. Essentially, we’re bringing the entire healthcare facility to the community. People now know that on specific days, they can access healthcare services right in their own neighborhood, instead of having to travel long distances to find a clinic. As long as a battalion is stationed in a particular area, we will continue to offer services to both the soldiers and the surrounding communities."

"Yes, it is. One of our key achievements is the introduction of the mobile approach for Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC). I believe the UPDF was the first to implement this model, and now it has been adopted widely. It’s not just about pioneering these initiatives, but also about responding to the unique needs of the situation. We realized that establishing a traditional health facility to serve our troops would be impractical—when would we ever complete a whole battalion? And with soldiers often deployed to remote locations, getting them to a fixed facility would be challenging. This is why our funding model is so distinctive. Current funding focuses on high-incidence areas, but often, these areas don’t have our troops. Instead, our soldiers may be stationed in regions where the HIV prevalence is lower, but they still require services. In some of the most remote locations, the prevalence might not be high, but access to healthcare is extremely difficult. It's not just about providing services to soldiers, but also to the surrounding communities who live in these hard-to-reach areas. We must ensure that people in these regions have access to care. It’s been valuable that PEPFAR has recognized the unique challenges of military health needs and routed funding through URC-DHAPP, an organization that understands military logistics and can effectively negotiate at that level. When mapping HIV distribution across Uganda, the scientific approach is logical, but it doesn’t account for the large group of people—soldiers and civilians alike—who still need care, whether it’s treatment or prevention services. Without a tailored approach, these individuals might be overlooked."

"The primary challenge remains reaching soldiers stationed in very remote areas, especially since, during wartime, they are not allowed to move freely or travel alone. It’s not feasible to send just one soldier for testing; instead, we must move them in groups. To address this, we established teams equipped with security escorts to carry testing kits and reach soldiers in their deployed locations. Whether in a room, an open space, a tent, or even under a tree, these teams would set up a secure and professional environment to conduct testing. They ensured that the space was spacious and maintained confidentiality, even in such remote settings. Initially, we conducted one-on-one counseling and testing, but over time, as stigma decreased, we shifted to group counseling and testing, making the process more efficient and inclusive."

"Around 2012 to 2013, we began discussing with our partners the idea of creating a branded condom specifically for the military. It was essentially a form of social marketing. Although condoms were available, soldiers weren’t using them, despite knowing how to do so, and the same applied to the wider community. We wanted to understand why they weren’t using existing condoms, and we discovered that when people get accustomed to something, they often don’t value it. So, we thought, “Let’s create a condom that would appeal to them and encourage use.” We continued discussions with our partners, pushing for this idea. When PACE was securing their contract, we made it clear that we wanted this initiative included. The demand for this new product came directly from the military, an innovation led by us, but of course, we needed to bring in our partners as experts. The idea was to create a unique condom and brand it specifically for our soldiers. PACE helped bring this vision to life, and thus, the Ulinzi condom was born. The response was overwhelming, especially due to its camouflage design. People started to appreciate not only the design but also the quality. Soldiers and civilians alike began requesting them. Interestingly, when we distributed the Ulinzi condoms alongside other brands, like the pink ones, people would often refuse the pink ones in favor of Ulinzi. However, with the conclusion of the PACE contract, funding for these condoms also ended, and now they are out of stock. Despite this, whenever we visit communities, people still ask for Ulinzi condoms, saying, "We want Ulinzi." Civil-military relations are about creating synergy between the military and the civilian population. It’s about identifying areas where both sides can collaborate and work together, with either the civilian community contributing to the military, or the military supporting the civilians. The underlying principle is that we cannot exist in isolation. While the military runs its own health programs, there are specific services provided by the Ministry of Health that the military may not have the capacity to offer. One example of this collaboration is the "Tarehe Sita" initiative, where two weeks of the year are dedicated to providing community services. During this time, the military engages in activities such as offering healthcare, rehabilitating water sources, improving livelihoods, and working alongside the community. We also have our largest SACCO, Wazalendo, which focuses on training people in economic empowerment. While the military may have limited resources, we do our best to offer what we can in terms of health services. Tarehe Sita, which commemorates the birth of the UPDF, is a reminder that the army cannot function in isolation. The support of civilians was crucial in helping the military achieve its objectives, so it’s important that we give back and show appreciation for our shared existence. The Directorate of Health, along with our partners, plays a key role in this. As part of our community service efforts, we provide medical services, while the engineering brigades focus on infrastructure, sanitation, and town cleanups. The Directorate of HIV, under the medical services division, contributes by addressing health needs related to HIV, and our partners help implement these initiatives, ensuring that the UPDF fulfills its responsibility to give back to the community."

"Our partners provide two key contributions. First, they bring in technical expertise that is not readily available within the military, allowing us to access specialist healthcare workers. Second, they ensure that resources are used efficiently, ensuring that funds allocated to programs are spent effectively and achieve their intended outcomes. They report both to the funders and to the military for program implementation. Partners help by hiring skilled professionals on a short-term basis, such as physicians, to carry out specific tasks. Additionally, they ensure that all activities align with the guidelines set by their funders while also delivering services to the military."

"Everything has its pros and cons. From a practical standpoint, the military encourages open discussions about any issue. However, this approach can sometimes mean that deeper, personal matters are not fully addressed. People may downplay their true concerns and hesitate to share issues that deeply affect them. Despite this, we have well-established psychosocial services, including trained counselors and psychologists. The uptake of these services has been encouraging, with many soldiers actively seeking help. Today, almost every division has a psychologist. Initially, psychologists were brought in to address HIV-related issues, but their roles have since expanded to cover a broad range of psychosocial concerns, offering holistic and multidisciplinary support."

"In the structured environment of the military, we are better equipped to identify when a colleague is struggling. Peers play a key role in providing psychosocial support, as they are often the first to recognize when someone needs help. The peer support model is effective because of the strong bonds formed in the military. Soldiers quickly become like family, living and working together closely. If someone is affected, their peers are likely to notice, sometimes even through the chain of command."

"HIV has profoundly impacted many aspects of our military culture. In the past, soldiers often had a different mindset, including behaviors like sharing women, as reflected in the Kiswahili saying, "we eat from the same saucepan." There was little jealousy among soldiers, and solidarity was the norm. However, the HIV epidemic has forced a cultural shift. With a better understanding of how the virus spreads, soldiers have realized that maintaining these behaviors could be deadly—not just for them, but for their families and communities. Continuing to live by the old practices of sharing everything could have fatal consequences. HIV has pushed soldiers to rethink their approach to relationships and health, emphasizing personal responsibility and caution."

"By the way, we aim for 99:99:99—our targets are always set higher than the national ones."

"We are making progress and staying on track."

"Setting higher targets motivates us to work harder to achieve them. I remember when the government first focused heavily on eMTCT, we were still far behind. But we always strive to do our best."

"Some of the challenges we face involve "pulling ropes," especially when it comes to context. In today’s world, global factors affect nearly everything. Implementing programs in a unique environment can be difficult because it’s challenging for partners or donors to fully understand and perceive the situation as you do. For example, with HIV mobile testing, some may find it difficult to accept the idea of bringing services directly to people, which can seem unusual. Global programs often come with challenges in creating interventions that truly address the specific needs and realities on the ground."

"The bill is connected to the general elections. After the 2011 elections, I encountered Lukwago in Parliament, where he was celebrating. Although he hadn't won the election, it was actually Museveni who had emerged victorious."

"As the president of a country, if you see something not working, there are laws you must enact, even if they are unpopular, as long as they are aimed at bringing peace. The priority is stabilizing the situation, and sometimes that means making tough decisions, even if the laws aren't well-received."

"I decided to watch the news because I was curious to see who the new vice president would be. Meanwhile, my phone kept ringing nonstop, but I was so fed up with it that I chose to ignore it. Then, during a segment on the list of ministers, I saw my name and thought, "What?!" That's when it hit me—suddenly, I understood why my phone had been ringing off the hook."

"Sports, particularly football, plays a crucial role in improving the welfare and health of players. Our goal is to nurture young talent, helping them reach greater heights both locally and internationally. It is important for the youth to stay active and disciplined, avoiding idleness and the dangers of drug use. As an ambassador, I will continue to support the development of football in Buikwe District and advocate for the district whenever possible."

"The party and general elections are coming up next year but I’m not participating cos I’m looking at something else and now I have plenty of time"

"I have seen people beginning to move up and down in early politics thank god I’m not into that and for the time being I’d be doing something else I’m not seeking re-election at the district level but at the National level"

"Flim making is a Virgil area I want to make the parental school drama group to come and work on films cos I’ve seen people become successful after combining education and co-curricula activities"

"Although there are a number of things today that don’t look like the Makerere I was in. The Makerere that I entered was extremely beautiful. We had beautiful lawns and there were very few but beautiful buildings"

"I entered Makerere in 1953 and I graduated in 1958. I first graduated in 1957 with a Bachelor of Arts but then I did one other year of postgraduate diploma in education"

"Being admitted for the intermediate exam meant that I had passed with a good credit in English"

"They went into education for two years and came out with a diploma in education and that too was quite high for anybody at that time"

"The intermediate one was the first time I studied with men and of course the men who were discouraging us. All the time they would say that you are a girl and you can’t make it. They would just be surprised to see that you’ve made it"

"The incorruptible God has paid you back in accordance to your evil actions he will manifest his might more by politically humbling you in case being defeated in the LC5 race didn’t teach you enough. I will be flooring you again In 2026 so that you will learn to respect those that God has appointed into office"

"when you stole my vote you thought it was done but in your fraudulent way you want to think that when you lie that your victory was robbed,your creditors will back off and forgive you,but as for me I’m waiting to once again give you your food(defeat)in 2026 because you have taken your foolery too far"

"It is as if this musician intends to make people hate me. I can't tolerate that kind of attack"

"I have heard about the arrest of the singer Kiweewa from different artists but I want to stress that I am not responsible for his arrest. I don't know anything"

"I was very shocked to hear that singer Gerald Kiweewa was arrested because of me. I am not responsible for his arrest. Our police is full of bad people. Maybe there is plan to tarnish my name"

"They are finding a way to tarnish my name and this could be part of their plans"

"I have lived in this house for more than 40 years. I have no security officers and being a teacher, my home is open to any good-hearted person"

"While serving as a minister, I didn’t like security officers but was coerced to have one. Still, my officers were usually plain-clothed because I didn’t want to scare people."

"If you can’t hear me, feel free and ask me to repeat. I have a problem with my audibility. I have had this problem for about 10 years. I have been a cancer survivor for 12 years now and this affected my voice"

"I always fear to talk with people for fear of being judged. I used to be a vibrant woman and speak on every forum but after my treatment, I have since failed to restore my once strong voice. I thank God for my miraculous recovery."

"I have the education sector at heart because my parents could not afford much, but they ensured that I studied at the best schools and attained university education. To date, I read a lot because I got a solid foundation for what has become a remarkable career"

"I hear many people still referring to me as Maama UPE and I feel humbled. I traversed every corner of the country encouraging parents to send children to school. I dedicated my teaching career to this program and I believe that I left an indelible mark on both UPE and USE"

"I know UPE graduates who are running serious government projects. Isn’t this good progress?”."

"I am still undecided whether to take up that position at this particular point in time because I am still consulting my family and what I decide with my husband is what will be communicated with the people of Kampala as my final decision"

"The museveni appointment came sooner than expected and I’m now in total confusion."

"Go for an annual medical checkup, keep sources of social and spiritual support available and have quality time for your children, family, and husband."

"That we are headed for the worst if the government doesn’t do anything for the youth. Have we nurtured our youths so that when they take over we can take the back seat and enjoy the ride?"

"I don’t understand what is happening but only hope the issues are handled in the right circles. The president once said that if you’re annoyed, open your fridge, put your head in there and then talk and never to speak off- the-cuff because it’s difficult for anybody to defend you if the media gets you wrong."

"I believe the university definition of politics is accurate when it describes it as "a way of sharing power and scarce resources." Harold Lasswell also famously defined politics as the art of "who gets what, when, and how." This highlights that, whether or not we are directly involved in formal or public political spheres, issues like power, resource distribution, equity, and justice are relevant to everyone. They affect us all in some way."

"Yes, I have been actively involved in national politics. I served as the Woman Member of Parliament for Rakai District from 1996 to 2006, and during that time, I also held the position of Minister of State for Internal Affairs from 1998 to 2003."

"I don't agree with the idea that politics is inherently a "dirty game." Rather, it's the people involved who determine whether it remains "clean" or becomes "dirty." I once heard an illustration that I think captures this idea well: Politics is like water. You can add mud to it, making it dirty, or you can keep it clear and use it for good. Ultimately, politics itself is neutral; it's up to us, the participants, to decide whether to keep it clean or let it become polluted."

"I have to admit, before I got involved in politics, I too shared the common belief that politics itself was inherently dirty. To me, this meant that anyone who entered politics was bound to engage in corruption, dishonesty, and compromise. This belief often leads people to think that people of faith should avoid public life altogether. However, when I eventually joined, I discovered something different. While it's true that many individuals act according to that cynical view of politics, I found that, with God's guidance, it's entirely possible to participate in politics without resorting to the "dirty" aspects that many associate with it."

"The current system is illogical, as it permits districts like my ancestral district of Pallisa, with an annual revenue of only 130 million shillings, to be represented by five MPs who collectively cost the nation 900 million shillings annually."

"I'm glad the Ministry has finally addressed the issue, even though it took some time. As the saying goes, better late than never it's a pleasure to see progress."

"I can't imagine leaving here without expressing my gratitude. I'm overwhelmed with emotion and didn't prepare a speech, but I just want to say, you are like a father to me—thank you."

"You forgave my father, despite his mistakes, brought us back home, provided us with a house, and gave us an education. Because of you, I am now a doctor."

"You are a father to me. I never had the chance to meet my grandfather, Idi Amin, but in you, I’ve found a true grandfather. I will continue to spread your message wherever I go."

"Your Excellency, you are a father to me. I never had the chance to meet my grandfather, Idi Amin, but in you, I have found a true grandfather. I will carry your message and share it wherever I go."

"We are not doing enough to educate our community about wetlands, coastal areas, and how to establish sustainable settlements."

"The community has settled in this wetland without adequate awareness, but once the settlement was established, enforcement should have been implemented sooner."

"They made the decision after touring parts of Entebbe on June 19 to assess the damage caused by the rising water levels."

"The committee deemed the minister's refusal to provide information about the recipients of the mismanaged iron sheets as an act of contempt of Parliament due to his uncooperative behavior."

"The committee observes that Hon. Nandutu Agnes' actions were premeditated for personal gain, constituting an abuse of office. As the substantive Minister of State for Karamoja, Hon. Nandutu was expected to be fully informed about the internal workings, programs, and activities of the ministry."

"The plan aimed to acquire 75,000 females and 5,000 males at a total cost of Shs 25.68 billion. However, Shs 26.09 billion was spent to procure 73,900 goats."

"Given the alarming rates of infant and maternal mortality across Africa, we have no option but to prioritize investment in our mothers and children. This is the essence of unity—coming together to protect our mothers, the backbone of our economies, and our children, who represent Africa’s future."

"Women should not only focus on supporting their husbands and raising children but also consider starting small businesses to contribute to the family’s well-being."

"Women who work in markets can become MPs, as many of them are educated, just like I am."

"Community members should change the mindset that women are incapable and instead recognize their contributions as equal to those of boys and men."

"Parliament is advocating for the Employment Bill, which proposes a salary of approximately 1.5 million shillings for women who perform domestic work at home."

"After watching a documentary featuring informal women workers sharing their experiences as breadwinners during the COVID-19 pandemic, the legislator urged men to start businesses to support their women, rather than allowing them to stay at home and share the financial burdens."

"The real estate industry is one of the cornerstones of our nation’s development,” Namuganza said. “It breathes life into our infrastructure, fuels economic growth, and provides livelihoods to countless Ugandans"

"We are committed to addressing these issues. Buyers deserve to get what they are promised—safe, well-built homes,"

"Traditionally, someone would purchase an apartment, struggle with maintenance, managing tenants, and end up with a payback period of almost 20 years,The stress of managing these properties reduced the attractiveness of such investments."

"This kind of innovation is what we need to restore public trust and make the industry attractive to both local and foreign investors"

"The portal will allow Ugandans to access land title information for a small fee, bringing much-needed transparency to the sector"

"We are building partnerships with private developers to increase the supply of affordable housing..These collaborations aim to attract investment through incentives such as tax breaks and improved access to land"

"We have been affected by Covid-19 but the issue of street children is something that started long ago, it is not something that started now .This phenomenon started when there was war and that is when children started staying on the streets."

"We had budgeted for Shs 3.4 billion but we got less than that. The money was not released at once .Some money was released and I think it was less than Shs 1 billion to resettle some of the children on the streets."

"Covid-19 has also created a very big problem for the parents and at times, they are losing hope but I am encouraging them that they should not lose hope and we believe with time we shall clean up our streets."

"I think a hero is really any person intent on making this a better place for all people."

"I extend my heartfelt gratitude to H.E @KagutaMuseveni for the honor and privilege of being reappointed as Minister of state for ICT in your esteemed administration. I am deeply humbled by your continued confidence in my abilities and dedication to serve our country"

"I extend my sincere gratitude for the honor of being recognized for my contributions to nurturing women in Fintech. Your acknowledgment is deeply humbling and serves as a source of encouragement for me to continue advocating for gender inclusivity and empowerment."

"The recognition bestowed upon me highlights the collective efforts of all those who are dedicated to creating a more inclusive and diverse ecosystem within Fintech. It is a testament to the importance of fostering opportunities for women to thrive and excel in different roles."

"As leaders we should be seen encouraging our people to embrace the Parish Development Model program and other government programs being implemented in various parts of the country."

"68% of our Ugandans are still stuck in subsistence farming meaning that they are more vulnerable to poverty. It is therefore in the interest of the government to partner with the media to enhance the dissemination of information, educate the masses especially on savings and cooperatives as a vehicle for development"

"As leaders, we have a significant role to play in supporting and enhancing government efforts to combat the pandemic that has devastated the country."

"Our commitment to supporting our communities, especially in times like these, is crucial for all stakeholders, as we all have a shared interest in the well-being of our country."

"As a district, we faced issues of misappropriation of funds; however, the reports from the Office of the Inspector General of Government and the State Housing Anti-Corruption Unit have not yet been released."

""Today marks a significant milestone for the hardworking people of Yumbe. We will forever remember Türkiye's support, and we are committed to making Yumbe a model region for fish farming by intensifying our efforts to honor this generous assistance."

"We recognize that limited access to finance is one of the biggest challenges women face, particularly in marginalized communities worldwide. Financial stability is crucial to building resilience. Empowering women financially creates a ripple effect that benefits not only their families but also their communities and entire nations. Without access to financial resources, women struggle to save, grow their businesses, and lift their families out of poverty."

"This grant will help uplift the economic well-being of many women by removing the barriers to finance that most women face. Community-based savings groups offer access to essential financial services that are often scarce in rural areas. These groups provide a safe place to save, opportunities to borrow small amounts with flexible terms, and a strong network of support and solidarity. We are deeply grateful to The Coca-Cola Foundation for their invaluable support."

"I want to assure them that February next year is still ahead of us. I know I won my votes honestly—I didn’t bribe anyone, I didn’t pay boda-bodas to ride around at night, and I didn’t send money for people to gather by the roadside. It was the love of the people that helped me win."

"These issues can be addressed if the Government ensures that integrating the DDA into the Ministry of Agriculture does not compromise the ongoing recognition and accreditation processes, which are essential for market access."

"The Ministry should treat this as a critical issue, given that milk is a perishable product. The rationalization of the DDA will not result in the expected savings outlined in the Certificate of Financial Implication, as the information provided was misleading."