By Waiswa Michael Baluye
Celebrating NRM Liberation Day is an opportunity to reflect on the journey Uganda has taken since the National Resistance Movement (NRM) came to power in 1986.
As it can be observed in the history of Uganda, especially before the NRM took over, was marked by political instability, economic decline, and neglect of social services.
The early years of independence were fraught with poor governance and failed agreements that led to violent regimes and economic hardships.
Under the NRM government, significant strides have been made in improving Uganda’s economy, education, health care, and security.
Policies like Universal Primary Education (UPE) have made education accessible to many Ugandan children, and improvements in health care, such as the construction of health centers in every parish, have greatly improved access to medical services in rural areas.
The country has seen more infrastructure development and an overall improvement in living standards.
It is the NRM government that played pivotal role in the re-establishment of the East African Community (EAC) and other international bilateral trade that has improved on our industrial sector.
This has improved on the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
However, as it can rightly be noted, despite these gains, challenges such as corruption still persist, and unity remains crucial for further development.
Celebrating NRM Liberation Day should not only honor the progress made but also encourage Ugandans to unite across political lines, address the remaining challenges, and continue to work for the nation’s prosperity.
Waiswa Michael Baluye is the ONC Coordinator for Buyende district.
