The Parish Development Model (PDM) stands as a groundbreaking initiative by the Ugandan government, designed to drive national development by empowering local communities. Recognizing the parish as the lowest economic planning unit, the government has structured PDM to directly uplift households through targeted investments and community participation. This bold approach is redefining Uganda’s socio-economic landscape by tackling poverty at its roots and fostering inclusive economic growth. A Blueprint for Economic Empowerment At its core, PDM is structured around seven strategic pillars that collectively address the barriers to sustainable development. These include: Production, Processing, and Marketing – Strengthening agricultural and industrial value…
Author: Rising Nation
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has commended the people of Rubirizi district for utilizing the Parish Development Model (PDM) funds well. “I want to thank the people of this area for utilizing the PDM money well. We shall continue adding you more money every year. The money belongs to you through your Parish SACCO,” he said. The President made the remarks today during the commencement of his performance assessment zonal tour on wealth creation and Parish Development Model (PDM) in Ankole subregion. Visiting the farm of Mrs. Tumusiime Desirata, one of the beneficiaries of the PDM project in Kizurugo village, Rubirizi…
Uganda Development Bank (UDB) has reinforced its role as a pillar of national transformation, driving economic growth through strategic financing and sustainable investments. The Bank’s 2024 performance highlights underscore the importance of development finance in bridging critical economic gaps, fostering industrialization, and promoting inclusive development. UDB’s 2024 performance exemplifies the critical role of development finance institutions (DFIs) in driving economic transformation. The bank’s financing model is structured to support long-term national development, strategic sectoral growth, and inclusive economic participation. The Bank’s focus on industrialization, infrastructure development, and human capital investment aligns with Uganda’s Vision 2040, which aims to transition the…
The Senior Presidential Advisor in-charge of Political Mobilization, Mr. Moses Byaruhanga has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring inclusivity and development for the Muslim community. He made the remarks yesterday while presiding over the First National Workshop of the National Assembly of Imams and Duats of Uganda, held in conjunction with the Kampala District Council for Imams Development Forum in Bukandula, Gomba District. The event, themed: “Enhance Peace Campaign, Security, and Development”, brought together religious and community leaders to discuss key development initiatives. Mr. Byaruhanga expressed gratitude to the organizers and emphasized the government’s support for Muslim communities. “I want…
Uganda has made significant strides in promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment, particularly in leadership, business, and education. Its true Uganda has groomed High-profile women in corporate sectors, politics, business and academia who have emerged as beacons of progress and role models for many aspiring young women. However, while these success stories are inspiring, they represent only a fraction of the broader reality for women in Uganda. The economic empowerment of urban women often masks the deep-seated challenges that many underserved and underprivileged women continue to face, particularly in rural areas and the informal economy. The Illusion of Success: Is Uganda’s Economic…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni today launched Piston Medical Ltd, a state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing plant in Namanve Industrial Park. The plant will produce intravenous fluids and essential drugs, thus reducing Uganda’s reliance on imports and strengthening the country’s pharmaceutical sector. “I am very happy to see Ugandans venturing into industrialization. This is the socio-economic transformation we keep talking about,” President Museveni said. “That’s why I always emphasize that you should engage in production not just for consumption but also for income.” He also highlighted Uganda’s key economic sectors, including commercial agriculture, manufacturing/ artisanal work, services, and ICT, noting that industrialization is…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, who is also the Commander-In-Chief of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), has attributed the success of the army to their commitment to a just cause aimed at transforming Uganda. According to the President, UPDF’s Pan-Africanist focus on prosperity for all and achieving strategic security for Uganda and Africa has been key to its strength. “UPDF has succeeded because we were fighting for a just cause (kulwanira amazima). And a just cause is in our mission of prosperity for all, strategic security, and using the brotherhood of our people. And if you go on the spiritual…
The Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has commended the commanders and participants who took part in the parades during the Liberation Day commemoration in Mubende and the Tarehe Sita celebrations in Kyotera. The same group which executed both parades, received praise for their exceptional performance, which has drawn widespread admiration from Ugandans on social media. Gen. Kainerugaba lauded their discipline, precision, and professionalism, describing the parades as a testament to the high standards of the UPDF. Speaking at a luncheon held to…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni today hosted His Beatitude Pope and Patriarch of Alexandria and All Africa, Theodore II at State House, Entebbe. Pope Theodore II is the leader of the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Alexandria and All Africa, one of the oldest Christian patriarchates. He is the spiritual head of the Greek Orthodox Church in Africa and is based in Alexandria, Egypt. President Museveni and the Pope’s discussions centered on fostering religious harmony, unity, and the role of faith in promoting peace and development across the African continent. Pope Theodore II praised the President for his commitment to upholding freedom…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni presided over the swearing-in ceremony of nine (9) recently appointed judges at State House, Entebbe. In his address during the ceremony, the President emphasized the importance of the role these judges will play in upholding the law and ensuring justice for all Ugandans. He made a compelling appeal for a justice system that aligns with Uganda’s cultural and historical context, stressing the need for a legal framework that reflects African traditions rather than relying solely on Western models. The ceremony saw the official swearing-in of Hon. Justice Muzamiru Mutangula Kibeedi, the Justice of the Supreme Court.…
