Excitement is at fever pitch as the much-anticipated 7th edition final of the Busoga Masaza Cup kicks off this sunday at the Kyabazinga Stadium in Bugembe, Jinja.
The showdown features Bukono County, making their maiden final appearance, squaring off against the seasoned Butembe County, who are in their fourth final since the tournament’s inauguration in 2016.
In an exclusive phone interview with Busoga Times, Peter Mutenga Mandwa, the CEO of Bukono County, expressed unwavering confidence in his team’s ability to emerge victorious.
“We are more than ready to face Butembe and return to Bukono with the trophy,” he declared.
Mandwa called on Bukono’s supporters to turn out in large numbers and rally behind their team, emphasizing that this moment marks a historic opportunity for Bukono.
Mandwa extended his gratitude to the Kyabazinga of Busoga, lauding the Masaza Cup for providing a platform for young talent to be discovered.
“This tournament has not only showcased talent but has also given our youth an opportunity to earn a living through sports, uplifting their standards of living,” he said.
Confident of a win, Mandwa joked, “Even Butembe knows their position is second. We are here for the first position, come rain or shine.”
On the other hand, Butembe County’s coach, Mugerwa Bosco, is equally optimistic. Speaking on the phone, Mugerwa assured fans of Butembe’s readiness to claim their second title in the tournament’s history.
“Our boys are in great shape, and the trophy is coming to Butembe,” he said.
He urged supporters from all corners of Busoga to fill the stadium and cheer on the team as they aim to “smash Bukono in front of the Kyabazinga of Busoga.”
Paul Kisige, Butembe’s assistant coach, echoed Mugerwa’s sentiments. He thanked the team’s supporters and key sponsors, including Hon. Edrine Lufafa, for their unwavering commitment.
“The better-prepared team always wins, and we are well-prepared to take the trophy home,” Kisige affirmed.
A Historic Matchup
For Bukono, this final marks the culmination of years of hard work and determination, as they make their debut appearance at this stage of the tournament.
Meanwhile, Butembe carries the weight of experience, having reached the finals in 2017, 2018, 2023, and now 2024.
However, with only one victory in 2017 against Bunha on penalties, Butembe is under pressure to secure another championship title.
The Kyabazinga of Busoga, who initiated the Masaza Cup in 2016, is expected to grace the event, highlighting the importance of this tournament in fostering unity and nurturing talent across Busoga.
Fans from both counties are expected to pack the Kyabazinga Stadium, creating an electrifying atmosphere as the two teams battle for glory.
With both camps exuding confidence, this final promises to be a thrilling spectacle that will go down in the history of the Masaza Cup.
Who will lift the coveted trophy? Will Bukono’s fairytale run end in triumph, or will Butembe’s experience prevail? The answers await as the final showdown begins.
Excitement is building across the Busoga region as the much-anticipated 2024 MTN Busoga Masaza Cup finals are set to take place this Sunday, December 15th, at the iconic Kyabazinga Stadium in Bugembe.
The event, which promises a blend of sports, culture, and celebration, will be graced by His Majesty William Wilberforce Kadumbula Gabula Nadiope IV, the Kyabazinga of Busoga.
A Packed Day of Activities
The gates to Kyabazinga Stadium will open at 9 AM, ushering in a day filled with remarkable activities. Three major events are lined up:
Kyabazinga’s Birthday Celebration: The Busoga Kingdom will celebrate the birthday of His Majesty in a cultural and festive atmosphere.
Busoga Masaza Cup Final: At 12 PM, football fans will witness the epic showdown between Bukono and Butembe as they battle for the championship title.
Uganda Cranes vs. Busoga United: At 4 PM, an exhibition match between the national team, the Uganda Cranes, and Busoga United will serve as the day’s grand finale.
Special Announcements and Unveilings
A historic moment awaits football fans as the Kyabazinga of Busoga will officially unveil Busoga United as a club under the patronage of the Busoga Kingdom.
His Majesty will also reveal the club’s new jersey and logo. Introduce the committee tasked with managing Busoga United.
Sir Daniel Gulere Isabirye, the CEO of Busoga United, highlighted the importance of this moment during an appearance on Baba TV’s Xtra Time Sports Show, hosted by Musa Kikuuno.
“This unveiling marks a new chapter for Busoga United, and I call upon all Basoga to come in large numbers to witness this momentous occasion,” said Isabirye.
Prize Money and Sponsorship
Mwesigwa David, spokesperson for the Masaza Cup, revealed the prizes for this year’s tournament:
Winners: UGX 13 million.
Runners-up: UGX 10 million.
Third place (Bugabula): UGX 6 million.
Fourth place (Buzaya): UGX 4 million.
However, unlike last year, the top scorer award will not be presented, as the former sponsor, Hoajue Company, is no longer on board.
Busoga United’s Transition
While addressing concerns about Busoga United’s poor start in the Big League, Sir Daniel Gulere explained that the team is in a transitional phase.
“Transitions are always challenging, but we are making progress. We won our recent fixture against Ntugasaze 1-0 at Kyabazinga Stadium and we are confident of beating the Uganda Cranes on Sunday in front of the Kyabazinga,” he asserted.
Owek. Nkuutu Nelson, spokesperson for Busoga United, emphasized the region’s contribution to national football, citing examples such as Khalid Aucho, captain of the Uganda Cranes and a proud Musoga.
Call to Action
Both Mwesigwa David and Sir Daniel Gulere urged the people of Busoga to attend the finals and show their support.
“It will be an entertaining and unforgettable day. Let us come together as a community to celebrate our culture, support our teams, and honor the Kyabazinga,” Mwesigwa said.
With a nominal entrance fee of UGX 5,000 at the gates or discounted rates via MoMo Pay, the organizers are ensuring accessibility for all.As Busoga gears up for this grand occasion, all roads lead to Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe, for what promises to be a thrilling day of football, celebration, and unity.
Members of Busoga Kingdom Youth Council (BKYC) had a busy Thursday, December 12, 2024 as they put boots on ground to clean Bugembe Central Market ahead of the events to celebrate the 36th birthday of His Majesty William Wilberforce Gabula Gabula IV, the Kyabazinga of Busoga.
The Kyabazinga birthday festivities kicks off with an invite only royal dinner on Saturday, December 14, at Igenge Palace, and public celebrations on Sunday, December 15, 2024 at the Kyabazinga Stadium in Bugembe.
To drum up the festivities, Busoga Kingdom Youth Council members cleaned Bugembe market and Jinja City streets to promote sanitation and improve health in the area. They also planted trees as a gesture to promote environmental conservation.
The chairperson of Busoga Kingdom Youth Council, Yafesi Bairukireki remarked that their efforts were to honor the Kyabazinga. He led a team of over 60 youths to clean the market which was littered with garbage.
“I am happy that the market vendors have welcomed us. We are doing this not only for the birthday celebrations but we will also return, even after they are over,” Bairukireki told journalists in Bugembe.
The chairperson of Bugembe Central Market, Racheal Mutesi Nakisendo praised the youth council for extending the general cleanliness to their market, which had been plagued with garbage for months.
“We are happy that our youths are productive. This was a surprise from you, the youth council of Busoga, and thank you for prioritizing the cleaning of our market,” Nakisendo said.
Husein Salim Magumba, a Busoga Kingdom Youth Council member, rallied the youth to embrace the important sport, which would promote culture and love for Obwa Kyabazinga Bwa Busoga.
Julius Kalugu Omusiginyi, a media person on the organizing committee of the Kyabazinga birthday celebrations, expressed readiness as preparations are at their peak. He commended Busoga Kingdom Youth Council for the communal activities that created awareness about the cultural events.
Bairukireki revealed that they will have a campfire dubbed “Amagezi Muliro” on Friday, December 13, where the youths will gather to discuss key cultural issues. We believe that if the youths are brought together, culture can be promoted, be remarked.
The former Member of Parliament for Budiope West (2011-2016), John Bosco Mubito, surprised the people of Buyende district, especially his supporters and friends, when he accepted the appointment as Resident District Commissioner of Mbale district despite all indicators pointing to a return in Parliament in 2026.
In this interview with Busoga Times, Mubito discusses the reasons why he accepted the RDC job, the experience so far as a president representative in Namutumba, what the future holds for him politically and very many other issues. Read interview excerpts below.
Who is John Bosco Mubito, people reading this interview might not know you?
I am the most honest man from Buyende district. I am also, a selfless servant of the people and son of Akisoferi Kaheru, the Mufuruki who settled in Busoga for good and never to look back.
I was born and raised in Buseete Cell, Makanga Ward, Buyende Town Council, in Buyende district.
I have served my people in Buyende in different capacities including as Chairman Budiope Development Project (BUDEP) and Secretary District Lobbying Committee 2004-2010.
I was Personal Assistant to former Budiope MP, Hon Balikowa Henry 2006-2009. I was MP for Budiope West in 2011-2016. This year, the President appointed me as the RDC Mbale District and now RDC Namutumba District.
You broke the hearts of your supporters in Budiope West constituency in Buyende district, where you once served as MP, when you switched from elective politics to public service, what informed your decision to take up the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) job?
Those hearts will be mended soon when my lovers and darlings get to see the fruits of my decision. I choose to withdraw from the race for Budiope West 2026 in favor of Hon Milly Babirye Babalanda after thorough research. I wasn’t under any form of duress.
Hon Milly is a reliable leader whose vision I wanted to support for the good of my homeland.
What is the role of an RDC at the district – for example when you wake up and reach your work station, what are your day’s tasks?
The RDC is the representative of the President in the District. He has to be a patriotic citizen who will tirelessly promote and support the manifesto and plans of the government in his district of deployment.
He is the IGG, Auditor General, Anti Corruption and Prefect of sorts in the district. You have to be ideologically strong to be able to serve well in the position of RDC
What has been the experience so far – how is life like to be an RDC especially when you once served as an MP?
You are working in the village and listening to real life stories and information from the wanainchi. It’s both enriching and challenging.
There are some clients who come and report injustices especially family land conflicts that can make you shed a tear. You are busy morning to evening, Monday to Sunday.
At a personal level, what is your agenda as the RDC of Namutumba and the people of Namutumba?
The people of Namutumba trust me and love me so much. And that keeps me on my toes everyday because I don’t want to betray their trust.
They have promised to raise the performance of Mzee Museveni and NRM to 90% because of my good approach and work ethos. I want to see this coming to fruition.
What can you say are the communal and leadership challenges that the people of Namutumba continue to face and require immediate solving to improve livelihoods?
Cheap popularity is a very big problem. All the leaders fear their people. Then other leaders survive on misleading their people to get them into trouble and appear later as saviors and heroes.
Few of them tell their voters what they are supposed to know.
As a person who serves the interests of the President in Namutumba, and of course the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), what can government do to solve these challenges?
We need President Museveni to keep going and continue securing the future of our people. The PDM is a great initiative and if given the support it deserves, no one will be left in poverty.
Emyooga, UWEP and GROW are also getting our people involved into the money economy from peasantry. The world should watch Namutumba.
We are going into an election year which tends to be competitive and chaotic politically, as an RDC how are you preparing to ensure n orderly and just electoral process in Namutumba?
By first of all sanitizing the NRM primaries; we want the candidates to earn what they exactly worked for. No issues of do the running I do the finishing. We’re giving a leveled platform to all the candidates.
Siding and compromising for particular candidates has been ended. We are doing everything in our power to ensure the people’s will is what manifests.
And this has boosted the confidence and trust of our people in the outcome of the next elections.
The opposition, especially the National Unity Platform (NUP) which at the moment is the biggest opposing political party, is gaining ground in Busoga, as an NRM leader, doesn’t this worry you?
In Namutumba, through PDM and all the other wealth creation programs, NUP has really lost ground. In fact all the former flag bearers of the opposition parties especially NUP have officially declared themselves NRM.
So NRM in Namutumba is only looking for percentage increments but no longer scared of nup
What strategies do you see as competent enough to fend off NUP and help your boss, President Yoweri Museveni extend his rule and grip on power?
Through ensuring accountability and proper service delivery, the wanainchi have never had issues with President Museveni but sometimes get bitter when the service delivery channels get infiltrated by corrupt officials.
Corruption is the only source of frustration and we have realized it is perpetrated by the opposition agents.
Talking or President Museveni, some Uganda, including those in NRM, say he has overstayed in power and should give way, what is your opinion on his long and continuing rule?
Living longer is generally an advantage and a gift that is only awarded by God. Every 5yrs our people democratically choose who their President should be. The talk of overstaying is just background noise from the losers.
You have been a committed politician in Buyende, and people expected you to stand for MP again, should we expect you to make a comeback into elective politics soon?
Leadership is about integrity and keeping your word. Hon Milly has convinced me beyond doubt that she will transform Budiope West into a prosperous community.
She has already started demonstrating how one acre of coffee and 250 birds (poultry) can get our people out of poverty and demonstrated through practical donations.
I could only think otherwise whenever she begins behaving like Musoke (Robert, former Budiope West) or Kyoto (Ibrahim, current Budiope West MP).
Bugiri district local council has tabled a child protection ordinance in an attempt to address poor parenting practices in the district.
The speaker of Bugiri district local council, Moses Kaziba, in an exclusive interview with Busoga Times’ Julius Mugabe said the ordinance will be fast tracked because the challenge at hand is dire.
Kaziba who chaired the council sitting on Tuesday said they resolved to come up with the ordinance due to the outcry of children who have been mistreated by parents and guardians.
According to Kaziba, parents are not providing basic necessities like education, shelter and clothing to children under their care. Child labour is another challenge that the ordinance addresses.
“Most of the parents have neglected their responsibilities in terms of providing for education, health and welfare and the rights of children. They subject them to hard labour,” Kaziba stated.
“After realizing that we have all these challenges, we thought that as leaders, let us come up with a local law that fits into the situation. These local laws at the level of the district are called ordinances,” he added.
“In this ordinance, we are trying to come up with strategies that can address these challenges. How can we deal with parents who are neglecting their children? How can we deal with parents who are overloading children with all kinds of work not commiserate to their age. That is why we are coming up with this ordinance,” he explained.
Kaziba said the decision to come up with this ordinance was informed by a survey that was conducted in communities and it was discovered that for the district leadership to iron out these problems, they needed an ordinance.
Implications
“We have outcomes that we are expecting from this ordinance once we formalize it and approved by the Solicit General. Today, we are beginning on the process of reading it in council; it has now gone to the committee of council, from there it will come back to council then it goes to Kampala for the final approval.
“We expect improvement of the management of children. We want parents to improve on parenting – let them be responsible. On the positive side, I know we will have helped our children but like any other law, we know that you cannot rule out negative effects. Those who will not be following the ordinance will suffer consequences like being subjected to fines, community work and other punishments,” Kaziba said.
The grand finale of the MTN Busoga Masaza Cup 2024 is set to take place this Sunday, December 15, at the Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe. The clash between Bukono and Butembe promises to be a thrilling encounter, steeped in history, milestones, and high stakes.
Bukono’s Cinderella Story
This year’s Masaza Cup has been a fairy-tale run for Bukono. Since the tournament’s inception in 2016, Bukono had never progressed past the group stages. In 2024, they not only broke that barrier but also went on to make history by reaching the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and now, for the first time ever, the final.
Bukono’s remarkable journey began in the Mawembe Group, where they finished second with 4 points behind group leaders Bugabula (10 points). In the quarter-finals, Bukono stunned Budiope with a 2-0 victory at Kyabazinga Stadium on November 8. They then edged past Buzaya in the semi-finals with a dramatic 4-1 penalty shootout victory after a 1-1 draw in regulation time.
Key players like goalkeeper Osikol Williams, commanding midfielder Kainzi Corcas, and strikers Basangwa Shafik and Matua Joel Boke have been instrumental in Bukono’s dream campaign. With coach Amadoi Martin at the helm, Bukono is determined to defy the odds and clinch their first-ever Masaza Cup title.
Butembe: The Veterans with Experience
For Butembe, this final is familiar territory. This marks their fourth appearance in the Masaza Cup finals—more than any other team in the tournament’s history.
Their previous finals appearances include 2017, 2018, 2023, and now 2024. However, Butembe has only managed to win the trophy once, in 2017, when they defeated Bunha in a tense penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw.
This year, Butembe dominated the Kagulu Group, finishing as group leaders with 10 points. They triumphed over Bunha 3-1 in the quarter-finals and edged Bugabula 1-0 in a gritty semi-final clash on a muddy Wednesday evening at Kyabazinga Stadium.
Under the guidance of new coach Mugerwa Bosco, who replaced Isaac Kitakule (alias Ozil) early in the tournament, Butembe will rely on their experienced squad.
Players like Kusola Enosi, a creative and tricky playmaker, and Jinja SS product Sajjabi Ibrahim, despite his slowness, are expected to test Bukono’s defense.
Mukiibi Nicholas, Mulamba Jessy, and super-subs Madoyi Ibrahim and Mudulu Peterson also provide depth that could overwhelm Bukono as the match progresses.
The Stakes and History at Play
The stakes are high for both teams. Bukono’s fairy-tale run could culminate in a historic first title, continuing the trend of new chiefdoms winning the Masaza Cup since 2022.
Interestingly, teams that eliminate Bugabula in the semi-finals have gone on to win the trophy in the past two editions — Bukoli Namayingo in 2022 and Busiki in 2023.
Butembe, however, is determined to bounce back after last year’s 1-0 loss to Busiki in the final. History suggests they rarely lose two finals in a row, and their deep bench and tactical experience might prove decisive.
The Final Countdown
As the two sides prepare for the midday kickoff at Kyabazinga Stadium, the region is abuzz with excitement. Will Bukono’s underdog story end in glory, or will Butembe’s seasoned squad reclaim the crown?
The answer will unfold this Sunday in what promises to be an electrifying finale to the 2024 MTN Busoga Masaza Cup.
Given the challenges faced by the people of Buyende district – such as climate change, land fragmentation, drought, lack of commercial agriculture, and limited animal keeping – several economic activities can help improve their livelihoods and ensure sustainable development.
Below are potential strategies:
Zero Grazing and Heifer Distribution: The government’s plan to intensify the Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) program by supplying heifers for zero grazing can be a game-changer.
This approach will ensure that the local community can maintain livestock production despite limited grazing land.
Small-scale dairy farming can offer a reliable source of income from milk production, even in areas where land is fragmented and less suited for extensive grazing.
Encouraging the community to acquire equipment which can produce value-added products such as yogurt, cheese, and butter from milk can increase income per cow.
Affordable Irrigation Systems: Providing farmers with affordable and efficient irrigation systems can help mitigate the effects of drought, ensuring that crops can thrive even with unpredictable rainfall patterns.
Low-cost drip irrigation, water harvesting techniques, or small-scale solar-powered irrigation pumps could enable farmers to grow crops throughout the year.
Diversified Crop Farming: With reliable irrigation, farmers can diversify their crops to include drought-resistant varieties like sorghum, millet, and cassava, which are more resilient to climate change, along with high-value crops like vegetables.
Sustainable Fishing Practices: The fishing industry can be revitalized by promoting sustainable fishing methods that protect local fish stocks and the environment.
Training fishers in better fishing techniques, sustainable practices, and the importance of preserving local water bodies is crucial.
Establishing fish processing, packaging, and preservation facilities can help increase the value of locally caught fish. This could provide additional employment opportunities and improve local incomes.
Introducing fish farming in controlled environments (ponds or cages) can help boost fish production and ensure that the community benefits from this industry even if natural fish stocks are under pressure.
Small-Scale Agro Processing Units: Encouraging the establishment of small-scale agro processing units that can turn locally grown produce into finished products (e.g., flour milling, oil extraction, or preservation) can help create new income sources and reduce post-harvest losses.
The district can focus on small-scale agro processing enterprises for products like dried fruits, vegetable oils, or jams that can be sold locally or even exported, providing employment and creating additional markets.
Adopting Clean Energy: Encouraging the use of solar energy for powering irrigation systems, water pumps and refrigeration can reduce reliance on traditional energy sources and help combat the effects of droughts.
Setting up biogas systems for farmers to convert livestock manure into biogas can provide an alternative energy source for cooking and lighting, reducing the dependence on firewood and helping conserve the environment.
Agroforestry Is A Good Option: Integrating trees with crops can help mitigate the effects of climate change by providing shade, reducing soil erosion, and improving water retention.
Agroforestry can also offer additional income from fruit, timber, and non-timber forest products.
Training farmers on soil management techniques such as mulching, cover cropping, and terracing can improve soil fertility and water retention, thus helping to maintain productivity during droughts.
Agricultural Extension Services: Extending agricultural extension services to teach farmers about climate-resilient farming techniques, including crop rotation, water management, and pest control, can improve productivity and food security.
Farmers’ Cooperatives Can Help: Strengthening local institutions and farmers’ cooperatives can help coordinate the delivery of services, facilitate access to finance, and promote sustainable practices among the farming community.
Entrepreneurship Development: Encouraging rural entrepreneurship in non-agricultural sectors, such as small-scale manufacturing, crafts, tourism, or retail, can provide additional income streams to reduce dependency on agriculture and fishing alone.
Skills Development: Vocational training programs in areas like carpentry, masonry, tailoring, or mechanics can provide alternative livelihoods and reduce pressure on agricultural land.
Livestock Insurance Programs: Establishing affordable crop and livestock insurance programs can help farmers mitigate the financial risks posed by droughts, pests, and diseases.
This will give farmers confidence to invest in modern techniques and technologies despite uncertain weather patterns.
The government should address these strategies so that Buyende district can overcome the challenges of climate change, land fragmentation, and drought, fostering more sustainable economic activities that improve the livelihoods of its people.
Waiswa Michael Baluye is the ONC Coordinator Buyende District
The NRM party is in its final stages of getting a credible voter’s register ahead of the 2025 internal elections to determine flag bearers, Hajjat Medina Naham, the director of Finance and Administration at the party secretariat, told journalists in Arua City on Monday.
Medina is in the city coordinate the two West Nile data Centres, where digitalization of the NRM membership register is taking place.
The 21-days activity at 20 data centres countrywide follows the March 2024 register update and registration of the new NRM members.
“This time around, we are going to ensure that we have an all-inclusive register at the time of elections, and I don’t expect us to have many challenges like we did in the previous registers,” Medina said.
In this project, Medina said a team of data clerks familiar with local dialects, IT officers, verification officers and supervisors were hired to ensure due diligence before any data is uploaded into the system.
When complete, the register shall be printed and sent to all the villages for members to check and confirm their particulars.
The Minister of Health, Dr. Ruth Aceng, and the Minister of State for General Duties Henry Musasizi, Tuesday jointly appeared before Parliament’s Committee of National Economy in Kampala to brief them & seek for approval of the proposal to borrow $18.9m (UGX65,923,578,000) from the African Development Fund to finance the expansion and equipping of Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI).
According to Dr. Aceng, the project is part of the three East Africa’s Centres of Excellence for Skills and Tertiary Education in Biomedical Sciences in which Uganda was to lead in Oncology, while Tanzania and Kenya were to lead in Cardiology and mythology respectively.
Uganda’s project was hampered by effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, creating need for additional resources.
Musasizi, while justifying the need for additional resources, explained that the construction of the Centre was initially scheduled to take 24months, however, due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the contractors cash flow challenges, the implementation of the civil works activities delayed for 18months.
The civil works contract therefore stretched to over 42 months and prices of materials and labour subsequently increased.
He said: “The demand for cancer care is growing and this, coupled with inadequate infrastructure has incapacitated the Uganda Cancer Institute from providing effective service delivery to patients. The limited infrastructure at the Centre has resulted in congestion, more complications, more expensive alternatives, premature deaths and increased referrals abroad. Currently for example, the cumulative number of patients on the waiting list for nuclear medicines stands at over 500 adult patients. Expansion of treatment and care facilities is thus a priority for Government,” Musasizi remarked.
Train more oncologists
Dr. Aceng said the country is grappling with the challenge of enough doctors and called for training of more oncologists to fill the gap.
“The doctors are very few and overwhelmed with work. If you stepped inside Uganda Cancer Institute today, from the door way, corridors, even near the washrooms, there are patients. In other countries, they don’t work like that. You will have one doctor attending to 1 or 2 patients in a day, these ones see how many in a day! In huge numbers, anyone would get tired and not do exactly, what you would want to do. That is why we need to train as many (Oncologists) as possible, but also, we need to recruit them and also remunerate them better, Dr. Aceng stated.
Robert Migadde, Vice Chairperson, National Economy Committee wondered: “Are we going to see an end to people going to other nations if we approve this loan? Because we have patients going to Aga Khan Hospital, now that we have East Africa with Kenya, Rwanda, are we going to see different patients coming here for the different services?”
Peggy Wako (National Female Elderly Rep) weighed in saying: “We have so many cases of cancer and those who are able, you see them going out of the country for treatment, so if we have such machines and those cases can be handled here, that will be my interest.”
The Isebantu Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Gabula Nadiope IV, has been appointed as a UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador to lead the fight against teenage pregnancy in Busoga and Uganda.
This pivotal campaign will address the root causes of teenage pregnancies, including poverty, lack of parental involvement, and limited access to reproductive health services.
The Kyabazinga, known for his commitment to cultural, social and economic transformation, will lead efforts to involve men and boys in Busoga and Uganda in tackling these challenges in a campaign dubbed “ABASADHA NE’MPANGO (MEN ARE THE PILLARS) to inspire men to take charge and change the narrative of the negative development indicators in the region.
Studies have shown that children thrive best when men are actively engaged in parenting and family leadership
The announcement was made by Owekitiibwa Haji Osman Ahmed Noor, the 2nd Deputy Prime Minister of Busoga Kingdom and Head of Partnerships, during a radio talk show, Omunaala, on 87.7 Baba FM, hosted by Ibrahim Shamiru Byakika.
The appointment aligns with UNAIDS’ broader mission to achieve zero new HIV infections, zero AIDS-related deaths, and zero discrimination globally.
The campaign also addresses many of the UNs SDGs (SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS) and will therefore be supported by all UN agencies and other partners.
“This campaign seeks to strengthen the family unit in Busoga as a foundation for cultural and economic growth as envisioned by His Majesty The Kyabazinga and Inhebantu,” Owekitiibwa Osman emphasized.
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