President Museveni on Monday, January 26, addressed the nation at the National Resistance Army (NRA) 40th Anniversary celebrations held at Kololo Independence Grounds, highlighting Uganda’s economic progress and ongoing challenges.
Since coming to power in 1986, President Museveni said, Uganda has gone through five phases of economic recovery, beginning with restoring stability, followed by diversification and value addition.
He said the country is now firmly positioned in the knowledge economy, with growth anchored in agriculture, manufacturing, services, and the emerging oil and gas sector.
“Manufacturing now supplies about 65% of goods in our supermarkets, agriculture and services continue to create wealth, Kiira vehicles are on the roads, and oil production near Lake Albert begins this year,” he said.
President Museveni also reflected on the January 15 presidential elections, noting that while he received eight million votes, many supporters did not turn up due to intimidation, violence, and internal disorganization.
He emphasized the need to address these issues to ensure full participation and stability.
“While I received 8 million votes, many supporters did not turn up due to intimidation, violence and internal indiscipline. These issues must be addressed so participation improves, stability is maintained, and every Ugandan is fully involved in our country’s transformation,” he said.
The President’s remarks came during the official celebrations marking the 40th anniversary of the NRA, which brought together government officials, security personnel, and members of the public at Kololo Independence Grounds.
