On June 5, 2025, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni delivered Uganda’s State of the Nation Address at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, fulfilling the constitutional mandate under Article 101(1) of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda. In his address, the President highlighted the nation’s achievements and outlined future priorities across various sectors.
Key Highlights:
- Peace and Security: The President reported a generally calm security situation, with enhanced capacities of national security agencies to combat crimes and ensure the safety of Ugandans.
- Economic Growth: He emphasized Uganda’s unstoppable trajectory in economic growth and socio-economic transformation, citing improvements in infrastructure and increased industrialization efforts.
- Education and Health: The address noted the expansion of educational institutions and the commencement of significant health projects, including the construction of a 250-bed cardiac hospital by the Uganda Heart Institute.
- Infrastructure Development: Significant investments in infrastructure were highlighted, such as the commissioning of the Mirama–Kabale High Voltage Power Line and plans for the New Karuma Bridge, aimed at boosting connectivity and industrialization.
For a comprehensive understanding of the President’s address, you can download the full statement.