Akena referred to historical statements by President Museveni acknowledging the destruction of food supplies and the destitution of about 2.7 million people during that period. He argued that the loss of cattle deprived communities of daily nutrition, household income, school fees, draft power, and soil fertility, leaving effects that continue to be felt today.
Kampala’s waste management system has come under increasing strain in recent years, including during Uganda’s first National Cleaning Day, when the volume of collected waste overwhelmed collection teams and temporarily clogged the Buyala disposal facility.
The meeting was attended by ambassadors representing both permanent and non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, including Somalia, Denmark, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Pakistan, Russia, the United Kingdom, France, the United States and other member states.
President Mohamud thanked Uganda for its continued military support through the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), saying the contribution has helped Somalia make significant progress despite persistent security challenges.
Museveni said Uganda is increasingly prioritising disease prevention over treatment through immunisation, improved nutrition, safe water, sanitation and community health programmes. He also highlighted the country's investment in traditional medicine research, calling for partnerships to commercialise locally developed medicines.
The appointment comes after the President nominated Kisekka to replace the previous minister-designate for the position, Dr. Lawrence Muganga, following concerns over his cited multiple citizenships, which contradict the Uganda's Constitution.
To strengthen the regional response, Museveni proposed establishing Ebola treatment centres inside eastern DRC in partnership with the Congolese government.
The committee, chaired by the Mbarara City South Member of Parliament (MP), Mwine Mpaka, is meeting with officials from the Ministry of Works and Transport to assess progress on ongoing road projects, examine implementation challenges, and review the ministry's overall performance in the roads sector.
General Moses Ali belonged to a generation that witnessed colonial rule, independence, military governments, civil conflict, and national reconstruction. Admired by supporters for his endurance and commitment, and viewed by others through the complexities of Uganda’s political history, he remained one of the country’s most consequential public figures.
The President assured investors that Uganda has adequate raw materials to sustain the factory, noting that the challenge lies in organising farmers and connecting them to dependable markets rather than increasing production.