“Museveni has been speaking about democracy, but where is that democracy he speaks of if he can't tolerate those who criticise his government? What is happening in villages undermines the same democracy he talks about,” Ssenyonyi said.
The competition aims to encourage every Ugandan to confidently sing the National Anthem while promoting the use of Kiswahili and increasing appreciation of the East African Community anthem as Uganda advances regional integration.
“This is a place of sacrifice. The NRM is a party of sacrifice,” President Museveni said, warning against leaders who use public office for personal gain.
The government must also prioritize innovation hubs and entrepreneurial support systems to unlock creative potential in areas like arts and green technology.
With the budget strategy for Financial Year 2025/2026 looking at strengthening economic growth, tourism development is seen as one of the major sectors to be boasted in order to achieve accelerated growth.
Uganda and Mozambique signed MoUs in Veterans and Combatant Management, protection of wildlife, and mutual exemption of visas for holders of diplomatic, service/official, and ordinary passports.