?NRM has paved a clear path for meaningful growth and development in Uganda by eliminating the obstacles of poor infrastructure, political instability, backwardness, corruption to a certain extent and sectarianism. As a result, there is a great surge of optimism regarding the future of Uganda. The country is now ripe for a rich harvest due to NRM’s appropriate policies and programmes.
? The NRM Government will secure the future of all Ugandans by prioritising the following:
?? 1. CREATING JOBS AND WEALTH
NRM is committed to translating the economic growth and development so far registered into more jobs and wealth for all Ugandans. NRM will continue to help more people to take advantage of the existing socio-economic infrastructure — roads, electricity and ICT — to create jobs and wealth. Jobs and wealth put money into people’s pockets, food on the table, ensure savings for the future and investment in income-generating activities.
? NRM has identified the following four sectors for jobs and wealth creation
a. Commercial agriculture
b. Industrialisation
c. Services
d. Information and Communications Technology (ICT).
?NRM will continue to prioritise industrialisation and its pace doubled with initiatives to attract more investments in agro-processing to add value to primary products. In addition, the abundant deposits of different minerals will be harnessed to support mineral-led industrialisation, creating revenue and jobs.
?NRM will advance the Buy Uganda Build Uganda (BUBU) policy in order to grow local manufacturing as opposed to the importation of foreign products.
?The Government’s capitalisation of the Uganda Development Bank (UDB) will be increased to enable entrepreneurs engaged in the service sectors, ICT, industries and commercial agriculture to access low-interest loans.
?? 2. DELIVERING EDUCATION AND HEALTH
An educated and healthy population is key in improving people’s standards of living. NRM pioneered the Education-for-All policy through the Universal Primary Education (UPE) and Universal Secondary Education (USE) programmes. As a result, there has been a rise in school enrolment at all levels of education. Attendance and completion rates have also improved significantly. Access to education for all has helped bridge the gender gap as more females are going to school and attaining academic qualifications, enabling them to get wellpaying jobs just like their male counterparts.
?NRM will continue to emphasise the teaching of science subjects, skills development, innovation and research. In addition, courses in institutions of higher learning will be purposely developed and aligned to meet the market demands of the private sector.
?The health of Ugandans is also one of NRM’s top priorities, upholding health as wealth. In order to achieve the total well-being of the nation, her citizens must be healthy.
?Under NRM, Ugandans are assured of a longer lifespan because of better maternal healthcare, immunisation programmes as well as the aggressive campaigns against malaria and HIV/AIDS pcontrol campaigns.
?NRM will continue to invest in the health Infrastructure across the country in order to achieve the goal of a modern and resilient healthcare system, which is responsive to the needs of all people.
?NRM takes credit for its effective handling of highly infectious diseases, including Ebola, Marburg and COVID-19. We will continue to emphasise prevention through mass sensitisation campaigns regarding personal hygiene and the adoption of healthy lifestyles. Uganda, like many countries around the world, has had to respond to the onslaught of the coronavirus pandemic.
?The Government viewed COVID-19 as a fearless foe of human life, which needed to be confronted with proper messages and decisive action. The approach to dealing with the pandemic prioritised the protection of human life.
?The Government, as a first pragmatic step, developed guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to align and standardise its response through combined systematic testing, tracing, quarantining and treating with restrictions on movement and contact — aiming at suppressing the transmission of the virus.
?? 3. ENSURING JUSTICE AND EQUITY
NRM remains a champion for justice and equity for all Ugandans. The institutions mandated to deliver justice to Ugandans like the Uganda Police Force and the courts of law will further be strengthened.
?Equal representation of all people on public decision-making bodies like the local councils, youth councils and Parliament will be maintained and ensured. The youth, elderly, women and Persons With Disabilities will continue to have a respected voice in matters of policy and resource allocation.
?? 4. PROTECTING LIFE AND PROPERTY
NRM holds sacred the sanctity and worth of all human lives. The protection of human life and the right of individuals or groups to own property cannot be compromised. In effect, NRM will continue carrying the mantle of protecting Ugandans from any internal and external threats. We recognise security of persons and their property as an important ingredient of economic development and growth.
?Our resolve to continue jealously guarding the peace and stability of Uganda will remain our ultimate goal and commitment.
?? 5. ACHIEVING ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL INTEGRATION
Uganda is an anchor state in championing economic and political integration. Therefore, NRM remains committed to the urgent need for Africa’s economic and political integration.
NRM recognises the fact that Uganda’s current market, estimated at 45 million people, is insufficient to guarantee the country and its people’s prosperity.
?As industries expand to attain mass production, NRM will take advantage of Africa’s market of 1.3 billion people. This is why NRM joined other African governments to sign the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreement, which removes obstacles to the movement of goods and people across Africa. NRM will also continue to advocate political integration for strategic security. NRM is aware that economic prosperity alone is not enough. Political integration is the only safeguard against aggression from bigger powers. Therefore, NRM will continue to pursue integration for prosperity and strategic security. Its commitment to regional issues remains unchanged.
??Finally, Uganda is on the right trajectory. Through our collective effort, the democracy rating is rising and maturing while people’s freedoms are entrenched and safe.
??The social, economic and political gains are cemented and irreversible. We have a lot to be proud of and a lot to be grateful for. At this rate, Uganda is unstoppable in securing your future.
Thanks
Eng.Kiiza Idiri Kamuntu
0774050525 (WhatsApp)
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National Coordinator for Team Thorough-YKM
