The Miss Tourism Ankole Queens participated in the experience as ambassadors of cultural tourism, helping to promote the traditions and heritage of the Ankole region while encouraging greater appreciation of Uganda's diverse cultural attractions.
Akena criticized the government for prioritizing other matters over child welfare and called for a holistic approach to development that includes safety, skills, and greater exposure for school-going children.
The NUP youth convention was attended by young people from all over the country, mainly youth leaders and other youths from the Busoga region, who were the hosts. It was also attended by top NUP leadership, including the Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi, other NUP Members of Parliament, and CEC members.