The Senior Presidential Advisor on Diaspora Affairs, Amb. Abbey Walusimbi has appealed to Ugandans in South Africa to avoid politics of sectarianism but work towards strengthening the party and building their motherland.
Amb. Walusimbi who doubles as the NRM Diaspora League Chairman made the remarks during President Museveni’s victory party in South Africa organized by the NRM Southern Africa Chapter leaders.
Amb. Walusimbi said that Uganda couldn’t have picked a better president than His Excellence President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni.
“I wish to use this platform and congratulate him on the stellar results, which show that he’s not only good for Uganda but also proves why he is one of our top African leaders. Africa deserves more people in charge like him. HongeraYour Excellence,” Walusimbi said.
The Ambassador noted that it is time for all Ugandans across the world to desist from sectarian politics which he said is not only old fashioned but outdated.
“I know there is a wave from the opposition that made some of our members doubt where our party stands in Uganda’s politics, but I am sure you have realized over these past few months how much light can’t be put out by any one little ripple. The yellow sun will always shine on us,” Walusimbi said.
Walusimbi appreciated that the event has created an opportunity for each individual to remember the common responsibility of spreading unity.
“We all left our motherland not because we love it less, but rather in hopes of bettering its reputation and gaining access to resources that could benefit both Uganda as well as us. This means putting differences aside for the greater good; these are things like working towards common goals or bringing new ideas into play instead of brooding over old arguments,” Walusimbi explained.
He added that, “We are all members of this party, so let’s work hard to make it a success. We have the power in our hands and on behalf of President Museveni, lets endeavor to use our party slogan “Peace, Unity and Transformation for Prosperity” as the first foot forward. It’s time that we all fully get on board this bus because Mzeei and our party leaders are determined to make this vision a reality – which means that you too can contribute to it!”
Walusimbi used the opportunity to rally the members to as well consider making reinvestment in Uganda.
He appreciated the local chapter led by Mukulu Isma Luzige for organizing the event and Hajji Meddy Mithupi who has given so much to the party.
Uganda’s Ambassador to South Africa, Amb. Kintu Nyago called upon Ugandans to always be supportive to the different government programs and projects.
Amb. Nyago advised the members to always get in touch with his office for easy access programs and services offered NRM government.
During the event, the government Chief Whip, Thomas Tayebwa reechoed government commitment to extend a number of services to Ugandans in the Diaspora.
“We are going to send you biometric machines to capture your finger prints and data, this will help reduce on the time you access your National IDs. We shall also change the courier who has been transporting your passport for easy access,” Tayebwa said.