“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.
The primary objectives of the consultative workshops include providing feedback on issues raised during last year's budget consultations, discussions about the budget strategy for FY 2025/26, and discussions about the strategic direction of the NDP4, the 10-fold growth strategy, and how this will translate into local economic growth.
The sites to be redeveloped and marketed are Nyeru Rock Painting in Kumi district, Lakes Opeta and Bisina that harbor several bird species, and Teso Cultural Heritage Site in Katakwi district.
District Communication Officers from various districts in the Teso sub-region have gathered at the Enenku Hotel in Soroti City for a two-day retreat aimed at enhancing the communication function at the local government level.