- President--Social Economic transformation can be achieved through wealth creation.
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President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called upon all the public service leaders to be change agents and leaders of socio-economic transformation through wealth creation in the country.
The President made the remarks on 13th July 2024 during the closure of the 7-day retreat for Ministers, Permanent Secretaries and the members of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Central Executive Committee (CEC) at the Presidential farm in Ngoma.
President Museveni also rallied the retreat participants to sensitize Ugandans to embrace effective methods of livestock farming in order to develop the sector.“I always want to call the MPs from the cattle area, they don't add on,they are just there where I left them, the situation is the same all this time. If they follow what I tell them the area would be very far,” he said.
Here the biggest problem about exporting has been the diseases brought by our traditional people who smuggle cows with foot and mouth disease from neighboring countries.
When I sold Ramaphosa 43 cows,he couldn't take them to South Africa despite being checked with no disease. They were taken to Kenya, got embryos from them, that;s what he took to South Africa.
”However, the President was happy to note that the problem of diseases in livestock will soon be history because the government is going to kickoff mass vaccination of domestic animals two times a year.“These wonderful people have already given us the money in the budget, we are going to get 88 million doses for cows, pigs, goats and other livestock.
The Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet, Ms. Lucy Nakyobe thanked President Museveni for his support, guidance and presence at the retreat.“This is invaluable, and we are inspired by your dedication to serving this great nation,” Ms. Nakyobe said.
“As we come to the conclusion of this retreat, I'm filled with gratitude and optimism. Over the past few days, we have been engaged in a meaningful decision. You have shared valuable insights and drafted strategic plans that will guide our nation forward,” she added.
The Head of Public Service also commended the cabinet members and Permanent Secretaries for their contributions that have been instrumental in shaping the outcome of the retreat.“Your expertise, experience and commitment to public service are the bedrock of our government;s success.
The collaborative spirit you have demonstrated here is a testament to the strength of our administration,”Ms. Nakyobe noted.“I also wish to recognize the National Resistance Movement party executives for your continuous support and dedication to our shared goals.
Your participation at this retreat has underscored the importance of unity and coherence in our efforts.”She also revealed that during the retreat, the participants were able to address critical issues, identified challenges and proposed solutions that will have a lasting impact on the country;s future.