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Dr. Barugahara urged the people to reject divisive politics based on tribalism and instead vote for capable leaders with the connections needed to drive community development, rather than being swayed by handouts from politicians.
RUKIGA: The State Minister for Youth and Children Affairs, Dr. Balaam Barugahara Atenyi, has called on voters in Rukiga District to elect leaders committed to the development of their community in the upcoming elections.
Speaking as the chief guest at the Kigezi Youth Summit on Friday, held at Kakatunda Playground in Muhanga Town Council, Rukiga District, Minister Barugahara emphasized the need for unity and patriotism in leadership. The summit was organized by the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) under the theme “Building Unity and Patriotism for Transformational Leadership.”
Dr. Barugahara urged the people to reject divisive politics based on tribalism and instead vote for capable leaders with the connections needed to drive community development, rather than being swayed by handouts from politicians.
He also encouraged the youth to actively engage in poverty eradication programs instead of focusing solely on politics.
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PLU Mobilizer for the Kigezi sub-region, Rtd. Capt. Damson Christmas Kivumba, echoed the minister’s sentiments, advising voters to make informed decisions. He urged them to evaluate all candidates carefully and elect leaders who will genuinely work for their welfare rather than serving their personal interests. He encouraged the youth to focus on acquiring skills to combat unemployment.
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Dr. Sylvia Tumuheirwe Alinaitwe, Deputy Managing Director (Finance) at the National Water and Sewerage Corporation, was among the keynote speakers. She urged the people of Rukiga to maximize the use of their limited land for productive agriculture to boost household incomes.
Dr. Alinaitwe also advocated for the establishment of a skilling center in Rukiga to equip youth with practical skills for community development. To support this initiative, she donated a hatchery with a capacity of 2,000 chicks per round to help eradicate poverty among the youth in Rukiga.
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