“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.
Kira Municipality Member of Parliament, Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda emphasized Hajjat Sarah's modesty, noting that despite her prominent background, she never sought attention.