Museveni Concludes Wakiso Wealth Creation Tour with Rally at Namboole

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Sunday, July 13, 2025, concluded his Presidential Zonal Tour on Wealth Creation in Wakiso District with a major address to thousands of Ugandans at Namboole Stadium.
The public rally focused on empowering citizens to transition from subsistence living to income-generating activities, especially through commercial agriculture.

In his address, President Museveni urged Ugandans to take advantage of the prevailing peace in the country and utilize government programs such as the Parish Development Model (PDM) to eradicate poverty at the household level.

“Previously, we emphasized peace. Now, Uganda is largely peaceful, apart from a few pockets of crime, which the police are empowered to detect and prevent,” President Museveni said.

He emphasized that while infrastructure development—such as roads, electricity, schools, and health centers—is important, it is not enough without corresponding household wealth.
“Many leaders talk about development. But since the 1960s, we have been clear: If you have roads but no income, how will that help you? That’s why we added a third word—wealth in the homesteads,” he stated.

President Museveni stressed that household wealth must be pursued deliberately. He highlighted the paradox of modern urban infrastructure existing alongside poverty-stricken communities, noting that ghettos may have tarmacked roads and hotels but still lack jobs and sustainable income sources.

To illustrate his point, the President showcased video clips of ordinary Ugandans who have successfully utilized PDM funds and his guidance on wealth creation to transform their lives.

Among them was Joseph Ijara from Serere District, who, despite living in an area without a tarmac road, used his 2.5-acre plot to start poultry and dairy farming. His enterprise now generates profits of up to UGX 800 million annually.

Another standout case was Rashida Namubiru from Kasaka, Butambala District, who used the UGX 1 million she received from the PDM to start rearing goats. Her venture has since flourished, demonstrating the potential impact of even small amounts of capital.

“These are examples of commercial agriculture leading to wealth,” H.E. Museveni said, reiterating that every household must choose a form of wealth creation—whether through farming, artisanship, services, or industry.

He also cited youth who are acquiring skills and producing goods such as furniture, shoes, and metal doors from the Presidential Industrial Hubs across the country.

Another notable example was Mr. Ayesiga Kenneth from Kanungu District, who used PDM funds to start a restaurant called the Parish Model Restaurant. He has since expanded into piggery and continues to thrive.

“Everyone must identify a form of wealth they want to pursue. Programs like the PDM, Emyooga, the Youth Livelihood Program, and the Women Entrepreneurship Fund are designed to help you achieve that,” President Museveni said.

He warned that anyone found embezzling funds intended for the people would be held accountable.

On employment, the President reiterated that wealth creation, especially through commercial agriculture, is a major driver of job creation.
He pointed to the Minister of State for Transport, Hon. Fred Byamukama, who employs 26 Ugandans on his four-acre model farm, which includes bananas, coffee, pineapples, poultry, piggery, and dairy cattle.

“All those workers are there because of Byamukama’s wealth. That’s what we want every Ugandan to achieve,” the President noted.

He also encouraged youth to understand the sequence and interconnection between peace, development, wealth, and jobs.
“Pay attention to the money we’re sending you through the PDM,” he added.

Responding to concerns raised by some citizens that PDM funds are being mismanaged or stolen, President Museveni urged the public to scrutinize the leaders they elect. He criticized opposition MPs for not following up on government programs.

“You’re the ones saying the money is being stolen. But you committed suicide by electing opposition MPs who don’t follow up on your issues. Please elect NRM leaders so that we can help you and ensure the money reaches you properly,” he urged.

The President acknowledged that not every household has received PDM support yet, clarifying that this was intentional. Each parish is allocated UGX 100 million annually to support 100 households per year—amounting to UGX 500 million for 500 households over five years.

“That needs to be understood by all SACCO members. We are going to allocate more money in the new budget, especially for urban areas where the population is higher,” President Museveni explained.

He also addressed local concerns such as the Bukasa land dispute and inadequate hospital and school infrastructure, assuring the public that these issues would be resolved. He emphasized that collective effort is essential in lifting the country out of poverty.

“You have seen that when we work together, many things are accomplished,” he said.

The event was attended by several government and NRM officials, including the Minister for Kampala Capital City Authority and Metropolitan Affairs, Hajjat Minsa Kabanda, who praised the PDM’s success in lifting people out of poverty.
“We are only waiting for 2026 to turn up in big numbers and vote for President Museveni and other NRM representatives,” Hon. Kabanda declared.

Mr. Mamerito Mugerwa, the NRM Chairperson for Kira Municipality, thanked the President for resolving the long-standing Kasokoso land dispute and pledged continued support in the upcoming elections.

Other notable attendees included Government Chief Whip Hon. Hamson Denis Obua, NRM Mobilization Director Rosemary Nansubuga Sseninde, and PDM National Coordinator Hon. Dennis Galabuzi.

President Museveni’s PDM campaign now enters its final phase, with a working tour of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) beginning Monday, July 14. The Kampala leg is expected to be action-packed, with a focus on deepening PDM implementation and ensuring that urban households also benefit from wealth creation strategies.