Kampala, Uganda – Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) President Jimmy Akena has launched a scathing attack on the National Resistance Movement’s (NRM) economic record, claiming the ruling party has never had a clear economic program or policy since independence in 1962.
Akena made the remarks ahead of Uganda’s 62nd Independence Day anniversary, citing concerns about the country’s education system, teachers’ welfare, and economic benefits for citizens.
“The economy of Uganda was supposed to benefit the citizens, not the citizens to benefit the economy,” Akena stressed. “People talk about money, but where is that money? Is it working for the citizens?”
He also questioned the recent national population census results, highlighting alarming statistics on education. “Our education system is no longer preparing our children to meet the challenges they face in Uganda today.”
Akena claimed the NRM’s first economic program, the Rehabilitation and Development Plan, was actually an idea borrowed from the UPC. He challenged the NRM to contradict him, saying, “The Revised Recovery Program, set to be released in September 1985, was never implemented due to our overthrow.”
Looking ahead to the 2026 general elections, Akena vowed that UPC would offer a new economic direction. “2026 is not going to be business as usual. It’s going to be a self-conversation about the future of Ugandans and what benefits them.”
Akena emphasized the importance of prioritizing teachers’ welfare and advocated for a more effective parliamentary system with robust parties and clear political platforms.
Uganda will on the 9th October 2024 Mark it’s 62nd Independence Day and the celebrations will take place at Busikho Teacher’s Primary School Grounds in Masafu Town Council, Busia District.
