By MALE SOLOMON GRACE
As Uganda approaches another election, the question on many people’s minds is: Why should President Yoweri Museveni be considered for another term? The answer lies in the stability, peace, and social transformation that his government has fostered over the years, particularly under the 2021–2026 manifesto.
One of the strongest arguments for Museveni’s re-election is the peace and security his leadership has brought to Uganda. After years of instability and conflict, Uganda now enjoys relative calm, creating a safe environment for development. According to the Uganda Police Force, reported crimes decreased by 1.5%, from 231,653 cases in 2022 to 228,074 in 2023. This reflects the effectiveness of Museveni’s guidance on crime management and national stability.
Economic transformation has also been central to his agenda. Initiatives such as the Parish Development Model (PDM) and Ghetto SACCOs are empowering ordinary Ugandans. The PDM has already benefited over 2.5 million households, with a total allocation of UGX 1.5 trillion (USD 400 million). Similarly, Ghetto SACCOs have received UGX 1.2 billion in government support, with each of the 12 SACCOs in Kampala getting UGX 100 million to uplift youth and communities.
The Office of the National Chairman, under Hajati Namyalo Hadijja, has complemented these efforts by delivering startup equipment and machines to communities across Uganda, reinforcing the government’s promise of grassroots empowerment through distribution of business startup kits and livelihood tools to thousands of youth and women, enabling them to start small businesses and uplift household incomes. These kits include items like tailoring machines, salon equipment, welding kits, and motorcycles hence promoting entrepreneurship and job creation among young people.
A key highlight of Museveni’s leadership is the Presidential Initiative on Skilling the Girl and Boy Child, which trains young people in practical trades like tailoring, hairdressing, shoe making, weaving, bakery, embroidery, and more. The training is free, includes meals, and provides certificates upon completion and graduates also receive startup capital, allowing them to open businesses. To date, over 35,728 students have directly benefited, with many becoming job creators in their communities.
Beyond youth, the government has empowered market vendors, especially women, through training and startup support coordinated by State House Comptroller Jane Barekye. Agricultural development has also received a boost through the Four Acre Model, which has improved productivity for over 1 million farmers, leading to a 20% increase in yields. Farmers using this model are not only securing food for their households but also generating incomes from surplus sales.
Additionally, Presidential Industrial Hubs are expanding opportunities for skilling across the country, with hubs established in Ankole, Bugisu, Acholi, West Nile, Tooro, Teso, Bukedi, Karamoja, Mubende, and more. These hubs are already transforming lives: in the Teso region, the Soroti Hub currently has 240 students enrolled in welding, carpentry, and cosmetology, while the Masaka Hub is serving youth aged 18–35 with free training in tailoring, hairdressing, bricklaying, and joinery. Collectively, the hubs have benefited tens of thousands of young Ugandans, enabling them to start businesses and create jobs.
In conclusion, President Museveni’s leadership has gone beyond to deliver tangible programs that stabilize the nation, empower citizens, and secure livelihoods. From reducing crime and maintaining peace, to uplifting youth, women, and farmers through skilling and development models, Museveni’s government has built a foundation of security and transformation. His re-election, therefore, is a guarantee of continued peace and inclusive growth.
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