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April 10, 2026
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"Today, I stand to refute the allegations that I organized gangs of my supporters to attack my opponents' followers. This is false; I did not do it, and I would never do such a thing."
"By "colonialism," I’m referring not just to the 19th-century era when European powers divided and controlled Africa, but also to the earlier colonialism of ancient and medieval times—by the Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, and Arabs,” Halevi explained. “The Jewish people, too, freed ourselves from colonial rule. Like Africa, Israel was conquered and oppressed by the Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, and Turks. And, like many others, we also lived under British colonial rule in the 20th century.”"
"AIDS is considered a homosexual disease in developed countries, but it is a heterosexual disease in Africa and it affects us all. Everyone knows someone who is infected or has a family member who has died."
"The aim was to provide living accommodation at a minimum charge to young girls who had come to Kampala from rural areas to further their education."
"I spend a lot of time with my church. I like to pray. I also sing with the church."
"Yes. I really like pink. By the time I was a teenager, I always wore pink. I have always liked it. I also like purple. Both of those colors work for me."
"The government should allocate more funds to infrastructure development in primary schools to foster a better learning environment."
"I’m urging you to stay vigilant and recognize that the future of Alebtong rests in my hands."
"The NHI Bill was presented to parliament, but the president withheld assent, taking us back to square one. We now need to restart the process to ensure our people can ultimately benefit from the scheme."
"She is at the forefront. She is draft person of the motion censuring me"
"It finds women on their marriage beds, especially rural women."
"After completing the six-month training, individuals who have learned tailoring should be provided with sewing machines, as many of them come from poor backgrounds."
"Why is an entity, in which the government holds the majority share, reducing staff salaries at a time when journalists are playing a crucial role in serving the nation during the lockdown? There is an urgent call for government intervention to protect these workers."
"My sincere condolences to all the families of those that lost their loved ones in Lake Victoria . May the almighty strengthen your hearts"
"the government is proposing a tax waiver on essential disability health supplies through the implementation of the Community-Based Disability Inclusive Development (CBDID) Strategy 2025-2035."
"As I look back later after extended experience with tyrannical governance, I know that tyrants are always very insecure about anything they imagine could threaten their power, and in their paranoia, they often react brutally. Kalema was one of Amin’s imaginary enemies"
"My husband wishes to return to Uganda. I request that he be allowed a secure arrival and stay in the country,"
"Being at Budo meant growing up and learning alongside boys and young men, a thing that was, hitherto, almost taboo. It would mean all the rough bits - competing, arguing, and fighting – as we learnt to live together in mutual respect. It would stretch my capacity to match the standards set for all. At Budo, I was to be groomed to take on the world of men"
"The death of Sara was a great shock to the whole school. I was overwhelmed with grief. I was broken. With only a year’s age difference between us, we were very close. She and I had done everything together. She was not only my sister, but was also my closest friend,"
"If William Wilberforce had not been close to my two brothers after he joined King’s College Budo, it is possible that he would not have led me to the altar"
"To write what one knows is of great benefit to other people."
"The other four wives had their own quarters in Butukkiro homestead, where they lived with their children. Nonetheless, all the children worked, played and did everything together during the day. Wherever mealtimes found us, there we would sit and have the meal with ‘our mother – it did not matter which one."
"My Life is But a Weaving"
"The strength of my faith had, however, varied from time to time, particularly when my family experienced bereavement. There were times when I would ask; God, where were you when this happened?"
"He never tired of teaching us the importance of respecting others. Absolute honesty was central to his life and he constantly told us how it was important to have a sense of shame. A person without sense of shame is not a human being"
"Community members should change the mindset that women are incapable and instead recognize their contributions as equal to those of boys and men."
"Women who work in markets can become MPs, as many of them are educated, just like I am."
"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."
"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."
"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 most honest and authentic account of my life"
"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."
"To teach patriotism in class is impossible. To love my country, my country must be lovely. Teaching it in class won't yield any results"
"If the government of #Uganda grabs land from ordinary citizens, where will the vulnerable women and their children go. End on the streets?"
"The new Board of @uwonet brings in a diversity of expertise, passion and commitment to advance womens' rights in all spheres of life. Congs"
"Although generally women are now participating politically, there is one major obstacle standing in their way. PATRIARCHY"
"how can we influence the writing of the constitution to make sure that all policies agreed on were gender sensitive"
"President Obama shares his vision for the 21st century economy. The vision can be replicated by other leaders of the world"
"The District Women Caucuses are transforming communities SOLIDARITY high,they exude CONFIDENCE & SELF ESTEEM. Congs to WDG fraternity"
"Activists wherever you are, say no to tax increase on Agric inputs, Kerosene and Sugar in #Uganda. Are women really independent 9 October?"
"We are not doing enough to educate our community about wetlands, coastal areas, and how to establish sustainable settlements."
"The NRM Caucus meeting tonight in State House EBB High on the agenda is Kerosene taxation Will some good come out of this?"
"The one Ugandans have been waiting for has finally arrived. The aura around him is that of honesty, accountability and commitment"
"The International Women's Day is around the corner. In Africa, how to we fight this monster called patriarchy still deep rooted in society"
"Women With Whistles this is the time to rise up and expose the rot in the Health, Education & Agric Sectors. Redeem them and save women"
"Let the women activists remember those women who have gone thru various trials eg, battering,rape,sexual assault/harras, exclusion/deprivat"
"Women of #Uganda rekindle the fight for gender equality, equity and continue defending the rights of the down trodden 52 yrs of Independence"