Uganda's long-serving leader is doubling down on poverty talk after recent elections. President Yoweri Museveni stated his next administration would focus on wiping out poverty and transforming the economy. He urged government officials and citizens to embrace discipline, tackle graft, and aim for shared wealth. Museveni highlighted the Parish Development Model as a key tool for lifting households, admitting its rollout has been patchy.
He stressed that poverty must be fought house by house, not just as a broad statistic. The president said supporting wealth creators and moving people into the money economy was essential. Museveni recommitted to free public education and better healthcare, calling these vital for communities and youth. He pointed to corruption as a major irritant for the public.
Museveni promised a harsh stance on accountability for leaders in his coming term. Job creation efforts will center on agriculture, manufacturing, and private sector growth over public sector jobs. He emphasized regional trade within the East African Community, calling Uganda's domestic market too small for serious industrial expansion.
The president framed national peace as a non-negotiable foundation for economic gains, issuing a warning against political violence. He confirmed anticipated oil production would commence, insisting revenues fund lasting infrastructure like railways, power plants, roads, and science education. Museveni argued against direct cash distribution to local governments from the finite oil resource.
First Lady Janet Museveni called for unity and a renewed commitment to public service. Vice President Jessica Alupo praised Museveni's unifying leadership style. The administration's success will hinge on actual income growth, job creation, and improved public services.
He stressed that poverty must be fought house by house, not just as a broad statistic. The president said supporting wealth creators and moving people into the money economy was essential. Museveni recommitted to free public education and better healthcare, calling these vital for communities and youth. He pointed to corruption as a major irritant for the public.
Museveni promised a harsh stance on accountability for leaders in his coming term. Job creation efforts will center on agriculture, manufacturing, and private sector growth over public sector jobs. He emphasized regional trade within the East African Community, calling Uganda's domestic market too small for serious industrial expansion.
The president framed national peace as a non-negotiable foundation for economic gains, issuing a warning against political violence. He confirmed anticipated oil production would commence, insisting revenues fund lasting infrastructure like railways, power plants, roads, and science education. Museveni argued against direct cash distribution to local governments from the finite oil resource.
First Lady Janet Museveni called for unity and a renewed commitment to public service. Vice President Jessica Alupo praised Museveni's unifying leadership style. The administration's success will hinge on actual income growth, job creation, and improved public services.
