Even amidst the language barriers, the brew acted as a unifying force; Swahili was spoken among the Kenyan delegates, prompting participation from others, especially those with some knowledge of the language. Elders and younger attendees alike enjoyed the shared experience, deepening their cultural connections.
The tractors are a component of the mechanization program that President Museveni started in December 2022 to help Ugandan farmers. Noting that agriculture continues to be the foundation of Uganda’s economy, Nabbanja asked local authorities to assist farmers in adopting modern farming practices.
The mystery of Dr. Besigye's disappearance in Nairobi comes on the back of 36 FDC Katonga members arrested in Kisumu four months ago and clandestinely handed over to the government back home.
Mwesigwa explained that a peaceful transfer of power is the one that will facilitate the restoration of the presidential term limits, asking President Museveni to lead this by example. He added that if someone else takes power from him forcefully, as he did in 1986, his gospel will have no impact.
The National Coffee (Amendment) Bill 2024, which proposes the dissolution of UCDA after 32 years of operation, has sparked heated debate and opposition from various sections of the public and some Members of Parliament. Despite the backlash, Parliament voted to advance the bill, citing the need for greater efficiency and alignment with MAAIF’s broader agricultural mandate.
President Museveni has warned against rampant land fragmentation among Ugandans, saying it impedes the four-acre model farming strategy.
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President Museveni’s focus on agriculture as a pillar of Uganda’s economy has yielded significant gains; however, sustained progress depends on embracing government programs like the Parish Development Model (PDM) and leveraging available resources to enhance productivity. With collective effort, Uganda’s vision of becoming a middle-income country is within reach, driven by a thriving agricultural sector.