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UGANDA AT 61

While dictator Museveni and his cronies will gather in Kitgum tomorrow to 'celebrate independence', we shall gather at our offices in Kamwokya to pray for our comrades killed by the regime, those who were abducted and are still missing, as well as those in illegal detention.

We shall reaffirm that there is NOTHING TO CELEBRATE about independence because we are not independent!

It was simply a change of guard from white colonialists to black colonialists who have done even worse.

As Museveni and his small group gather to celebrate the loot and plunder of our nation for almost fourty years, we shall be joined by the families of the victims of repression to remember their loved ones - the dead, the disappeared and the detained.

We shall dedicate a session to the missing journalist Sesanga Batte, who was abducted by regime operatives a few days ago and he remains missing.

Africa must be free, by any means necessary. So if it takes a revolution, freedom will have to come. By the ballot or the bullet.... Thank you brother #BujuBanton for standing in solidarity with the people of Africa.

Mubaire mukidhi nti mukungulika eliina lya Ngobi e’Busoga, Swengere nhi gwebayatuuza?Muganda wange nkwendeza amazalibwa amakalamu.
Happy birthday comrade Swengere Everywhere Muwoomya

Today marks exactly 4 years since the abduction and disappearance of comrade Kibalama John Bosco. His case is a reminder of the price that so many brave Ugandans pay for standing up for what they believe in, for daring to challenge the dictator and fight for justice and freedom.

Kibalama left behind a very young family. These innocent children were robbed of their loving father, mentor, and breadwinner. You can imagine the anguish and confusion they continue to experience, waking up each day without the comforting presence of their father.

Their hearts must be burdened with the weight of loss, fear, and uncertainty. Yet it doesn't end there. The sudden loss of financial stability thrust the family into a state of vulnerability and struggle. Basic needs became elusive, education costs became burdensome, and the future remains uncertain. We are doing our best to help them cope with the situation.

In times like these, we must remember, as a nation, that it is our duty to ensure that the rights and well-being of every Ugandan, regardless of their political beliefs, are protected. We must work tirelessly to bring about a society where such tragedies remain things of the past.

In a related development, comrade Shakirah Nambozo alias has been abducted from her home in Kawempe by armed men travelling in a Toyota mini-van (Drone). Her whereabouts at present are unknown.

After close to four months under illegal detention, our brother BOBI YOUNG has been released on bail. He was abducted on 22nd January, held incommunicado for days and then charged with spreading harmful propaganda before the military court. Not even this long period of detention without trial has broken his spirit! I appreciate all of you who have been working very hard to demand for his freedom. Very grateful to our legal team, particularly counsel Katana Benjamin who has been handling this file. Grateful to his family for the constant prayers and patience. Finally, grateful to our President Bobi Wine and the entire team for offering leadership in these turbulent times. We shall overcome!