Museveni Promotes Socio-Economic Transformation at NRM Caucus Meeting

President Yoweri Museveni has assured the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Parliamentary Caucus that his administration has prioritized Uganda’s socio-economic transformation since 1986. Speaking at his Kisozi farm in Gomba District during the NRM Caucus Meeting, he urged legislators to continue focusing on education and wealth creation to drive Uganda’s progress.

“A country like Uganda is very rich with abundant resources,” said Museveni. “But people didn’t know how to use these resources to live a modern, good life. That’s why we have been advocating for free education and wealth creation for all.”

The President emphasized the need for Ugandans to join the money economy by engaging in four sectors: commercial agriculture, industries, services, and ICT. He noted that the shift from subsistence farming to commercial ventures would enhance economic independence. “We have educated Ugandans about commercial agriculture with 'ekibaro' to assess income potential," he said, underscoring the importance of high-value, intensive agriculture for small landholders.

Museveni highlighted the success of wealth creation initiatives in the cattle corridor, where dairy farming has taken hold. In crop-growing regions, he encouraged intensive agriculture for those with limited land, noting that “where we are now, many parts are mainly crop areas, and this is where we have been promoting intensive agriculture to help people rise out of poverty.”

Ms. Sarah Nalwanga, coordinator of the Presidential Poverty Alleviation Program in Gomba and Sembabule Districts, detailed the local impact of wealth creation programs that started in 2011. She credited Museveni’s guidance, saying, “We have been distributing crop inputs, livestock, and coffee seedlings, which has greatly improved food security here.” She added that over 1,800 households in the area have benefited from farming initiatives, and residents are now food secure.

Coffee farmer Mulika Noah Peterson thanked the President for supporting farmers, explaining, “I started with one acre of coffee in 2013. Today, I have four acres and earn about Shs50 million yearly.” Other beneficiaries, like Ms. Rosette Kadoozi, shared similar successes in dairy farming, which generates an additional income of Shs900,000 monthly.

Local leaders, including Mr. Lule John, the Chairperson of Kisozi A, praised Museveni’s leadership. He noted the transformative impact of coffee farming, saying, “We have over 295 acres of coffee in Kisozi A, and many lives have changed through your guidance and support.”

The President concluded the meeting by encouraging leaders to educate communities about proposed coffee sector reforms, aimed at expanding Uganda’s agricultural and economic reach.