Matia Kasaija
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Minister of Finance,Planning & Economic Development, Republic of Uganda.Member of Parliament, Buyanja County,Kibaale District
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Spent the day at my farm in Kisombwa,Mubende grazing cattle and inspecting my tree plantation.I have lived here since 1978. Quite refreshing. I encourage all Ugandans to engage is some form of economic activity
#povertyeradication
#improvedincomes
#economicgrowth
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I want to thank H.E the President
@KagutaMuseveni
for giving me another opportunity to serve my Country as Minister for Finance,Planning & Economic Development.Our focus remains recovery from
#Covid19
setbacks & growing the economy for socioeconomic transformation of the Country.
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Government is focussing on import substitution as part of the plan to stimulate the economy.I will be presenting to
@Parliament_Ug
the planned stimulus package.
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My people of Buyanja,you have made a bold Statement,you have Spoken.Thank you so much for believing in me. I am ready to continue serving you diligently as your Member of Parliament for Buyanja County (2021-2026)
@NRMOnline
#Unopposed
#Servicedelivery
#SecuringYourFuture
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I thank all Ugandans for showing keen interest in the national budget for next financial year which I presented to the country today.
I encourage all of you to take full advantage of the opportunities in the budget for FY 2022/23.
We want an economy that works for all Ugandans
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I am in London, UK with H.E President
@KagutaMuseveni
for the UK-Africa Investment Summit (2020) hosted by the UK Prime Minister. Summit expected to strengthen UK's partnership with African & will unlock investment opportunities that will create wealth & jobs.
#InvestInAfrica
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I will present to
@Parliament_Ug
a comprehensive statement on Government Economic Policy responses to cope with effects of
#COVID19UG
next week. I am giving stakeholders an opportunity to give me their input.
#STAYSAFEUG
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I thank
@Parliament_Ug
for passing the Appropriation Bill,2020 at its third reading.We shall work together to address the effects of COVID-19 on our Economy.
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Words of wisdom and my little secret why i love the Farm.Happy new week to you all fellow Countrymen and Women
#hardworkpays
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Thank you my People of Buyanja for delivering this vote.I am ready to represent you in Parliament (2021-2026)
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I am currently in China with H.E the President
@KagutaMuseveni
who is on a four day working visit at the invitation of his Chinese counterpart H.E Xi Jinping. We have already signed Memorandums of Understanding between the two countries.
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I have today represented H E the President
@KagutaMuseveni
at the commercial launch of the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) in Accra,Ghana.The system will facilitate instant cross border payments in local currencies between countries.
#ConnectingPayments
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I am in Washington,DC for the World Bank/International Monetary Fund Spring Meetings.
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I congratulate my Muslim brothers and sisters upon completing the holy month of Ramadhan. I wish you happy celebrations
#EidMubarak
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I wish to congratulate all my Colleagues who have been given responsibility by H.E the President
@KagutaMuseveni
to serve our motherland Uganda.I thank God and President
@KagutaMuseveni
for this renewed mandate to serve our Country.
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PS/ST Keith Muhakanizi and his staff today thanked me for delivering the FY 2020/21 budget speech yesterday. I appreciate you PS/ST and team
@mofpedU
. Our focus now is ensuring that the budget addresses the priorities of
@GovUganda
as promised.
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#DubaiExpo2020
We are making use of this great opportunity to market our country
#Uganda
. We are one of the best investment destinstions and we are in Dubai to give assurance to our potential Investors.
#InvestinUganda
#Trade
#Partnerships
#VisitUganda
📸Courtesy
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It was gratifying to witness the launch of oil drilling at the Kingfisher oil fields in Kikuube district today by H.E the President
@KagutaMuseveni
Congratulations to
@CNOOCUgandaLtd
@MEMD_Uganda
& other
#Oil
&Gas Partners.
@mofpedU
will continue prioritising oil & gas sector.
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I have today handed over the 20 million
#COVID19
money part of the 10 billion allocated to Members of Parliament to Kibaale District
#COVID19
task force.
@newvisionwire
@DailyMonitor
@ubctvuganda
@ntvuganda
@nbstv
@UgandaMediaCent
@GCICUganda
@mofpedU
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Today, I visited Yumbe District to assess progress on construction works of the Mango processing plant which will process local Kagogwa mangoes into high value pulp for local & export markets.I asked the leaders to focus on completing the work & moblising people to grow mangoes.
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#DubaiExpo2020
We salute the Investors who have already signed investment deals with us. I give you assurance that you have made a right decision to invest in Uganda.We shall give you all the neccessary support as we thrive together.
#InvestinUganda
#Trade
#EconomicGrowth
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Memoirs: Surviving Amin's Wrath! This and much more will appear in the book I am putting together.Nice weekend Tweeps.
#Mylifejourney
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I thank
@JapanGov
for supporting
@GovUganda
with grant worth USD 36.58 million for improving the road network in refugee hosting areas in West Nile.Thank you H.E Hidemoto Fukuzawa the Japanese Ambassador to Uganda for signing this Grant Agreement with me this morning.
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@KagutaMuseveni
Happy birthday your Excellency
@KagutaMuseveni
and thank you for revealing to me the secret for long life.
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#MerryChristmas
&
#HappyNewYear
to you fellow Countrymen and Women.
We look forward to full re-opening of the economy and enhancing socioeconomic transformation.
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We have today officially launched campaigns for
@NRMOnline
Presidential Candidate
@KagutaMuseveni
in Kibaale
#SecuringYourFuture
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My dear people of Buyanja. Here I come, to do my last lap as I promised during nomination.Let us join hands to deliver this
#Vote
(2021-2026)
#MatiaKasaija
✅
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This morning, I witnessed the signing of a contract between
@mofpedU
and RippleNami a company which has been identified to support
@URAuganda
in the collection of rental taxes.
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I have this morning on behalf of
@GovUganda
signed 2 financing agreements with French Development Agency for Kampala water-Lake victoria water and sanitation II project (150 million Euro) & Sanitation infrastructure for the South Western cluster(Mbarara-Masaka area -120m Euro)
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It was a pleasure signing a financing agreement for the Karamoja infrastructure development project II with the Ambassador of Italy to Uganda Massimiliano Mazzanti. As Government we are honoured and humbled by this support of Euro 10 million which is coming in through soft terms.
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Happy 60th Independence Anniversary to you all my fellow Countrymen and Women.
#Congratulations
We are determined to build a self sustaining economy to finance our development priorities.
#UGAt60
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Happy Labour Day! Increasing opportunities for youth employment will continue to be a priority in the Budget.
#LaborDay2019
#DoingMore
@mofpedU
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LEADERS SHOULD ENGAGE IN WEALTH CREATION CAMPAIGNS:
I met the RDC Kibaale District, Angalia Godwin Kasigwa during this Christmas break.
I tasked him to mobilise other leaders & spearhead wealth creation campaigns in the district to improve household incomes.
#HappyNewYear2023
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Thank you my people of Buyanja for speaking boldly.
✅Matia Kasaija(MP 2021-2026)
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Today, I signed a Grant agreement worth UGX 14 billion with the Japanese Ambassador to support our Health Ministry in the fight against
#COVID19
I thank the Japanese Government for being a good friend of
@GovUganda
during this time of need.
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I have today signed a grant agreement with the Japanese Ambassador H.E Kazuaki Kameda worth 88.6 billion for improvement of traffic control in Kampala city.This support will be used to construct & equip a traffic control centre at City hall and improve 30 critical junctions.
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This will be a great opportunity to share ideas with Ugandans on how best we can implement the budget for next FY 2020/21.Don't miss to be part of this conversation.
#KnowYourBudget20
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I wish to inform my fellow Countrymen and Women that
@GovUganda
has set up a Small Businesses Recovery Fund in Partnership with Financial Institutions supervised by
@BOU_Official
On behalf of Govt,I am pleased to inform the general public that the fund is now available.
#SBRF
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We thank H.E the President
@KagutaMuseveni
for commissioning the USD 30 million Uganda Industrial skills training and production centre in Namanve.This centre will enhance technology & innovation & create more jobs for our young people.We thank the Chinese Govt for the support.
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God has taken him away at the time we were working to ensure the economy recovers. I will miss him very much.
RIP Prof.Mutebile!
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This afternoon
@UgandaCAA
handed over the Air operator certificate for
@UG_Airlines
to Govt. We assure the Country that this project will be successful
@MonicaAzubaNte
@mofpedU
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Today I clarified to
@Parliament_Ug
the variance in figures between the approved budget estimates and my budget speech for FY 2020/21.It had created unneccesary anxiety.These were additional resources secured from our Development Partners World Bank and IMF to support the Economy
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I have this morning left for Accra,Ghana to attend the African Caucus meeting of Finance Ministers and Governors of Central Banks organised by the World Bank.Caucus theme is Africa beyond Aid: Enhancing Institutional capacity & Innovative finance for sustainable growth.
@mofpedU
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We shall inject into the economy about UGX 400 billion to settle domestic arrears.This will enable businesses to remain competitive. It will also mean more liquidity into the economy.
#LetsFightCovid19
#StayHomeSaveLives
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I was pleased to be hosted On the Spot last night to discuss the performance of Uganda's economy. I emphasised the need for security of persons and property and also encouraged Ugandans to pay taxes and engage in economic activities.
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While hosting visitors from Germany recently, I invited them to come back and experience the tourism potential of Uganda the Pearl of Africa
#ILoveUganda
#PromotingTourism
#DoingMore
@UgTourismBoard
@MTWAUganda
@mofpedU
@FrankTumwebazek
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Today, I delivered a keynote address at the
#EconomicSummit2019
at
@kampalaserena
. I urged Ugandans to love their country by paying appropriate taxes. I look forward to receiving the report with practical solutions on how we can sustainably grow our economy.
#NTVSummit19
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I have travelled to
#WashingtonDC
USA, for the 2019 Annual meetings of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (15-19 Oct,2019). Some issues to be discussed include: How to build strong and inclusive economies & Innovative approaches to ending poverty
@mofpedU
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I have fully participated at the 2022 annual meetings of
@AfDB_Group
here in Accra,Ghana under the theme: "Achieving climate resilience and a just energy transition for Africa"
As
@GovUganda
our focus at this meeting has been pushing for more resources for Infrastructure Dev't.
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I was pleased today to sign a financing agreement worth Euro 7.5 million ( interest free loan) with Republic of Austria for the establishment of a regional Cancer centre in Gulu. Gov't plans to construct and equip other regional cancer centres in Mbarara,Arua and Mbale.
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I am in Japan with H.E the President
@KagutaMuseveni
for the 7th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD7) Summit.Theme: "Advancing Africa's Development through People,Technology and Innovation." I Will have a policy dialogue Japan Bank for Inter.Cooperation
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Fellow countrymen and women,the recent rise in prices of some essential goods and services is a temporary shock caused by disruptions in the global supply chains due to
#COVID19
and geopolitical tensions.The situation will soon normalize & we are monitoring the situation.
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I once again thank my voters (Karuguuza drivers in Kibaale) for appreciating my contribution to the development of Kibaale and Buyanja in particular.I am ready to continue serving you as your MP (2021-2026)
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We Congratulate H.E the President
@KagutaMuseveni
@NRMOnline
and the People of Uganda upon celebrating the 34th NRM Liberation day.
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I was delighted today to open the Uganda-India business convention here in Kampala. I called for a reciprocal trade relationship between the two countries to reduce the trade imbalance.I urged them to take advantage of the conducive investment climate in Uganda.
#partnerships
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Congratulations to
@NRMOnline
Hoima District Woman MP elect, Harriet Mugenyi Businge. I thank the people of Hoima for delivering this victory in the Parliamentary by-elections.
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To all my Muslim brothers and sisters, I wish you happy
#EidAlAdha
celebrations. May
#Allah
accept your sacrifices and strengthen you in faith.
#EidAdhaMubarak
#StaySafe
#CovidIsNotOver
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I have been duly nominated this afternoon as
@NRMOnline
flag bearer for Member of Parliament representing Buyanja Constituency (2021-2026).Thank you my People of Buyanja and thank you
@NRMOnline
for giving me this responsibility.
#VoteMatiaKasaija
✅
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I thank the Leaders and all the people of Kanungu District for your hospitality during my two day working visit.I have been impressed by your determination to fight poverty,improve livelihoods and contribute to the economic transformation of Uganda.We shall support your efforts.
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#LiberationDayUg
I congratulate H.E the President
@KagutaMuseveni
@NRMOnline
and the People of Uganda.
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This morning i made a public statement on status of crypto- currencies in Uganda at the Uganda Media Centre.
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Today I met a Swedish delegation led by the Swedish Ambassador to Uganda, Per Lindgarde. The delegation comprised of officials from Swedish Export Credit Agency, Swedish Export Credit Corporation and SwedFund.They have interest in the Energy sector.
#Investment
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I congratulate
@URAuganda
on your 30th Anniversary. I commend you for remaining resilient amidst
#Covid19
disruptions which has affected business activity and revenue mobilization. I also thank tax payers for their contribution towards making our country fully self sustaining.
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I have today informed the Parliamentary Task force on
#Covid19
chaired by Hon.Katuntu that
@GovUganda
has provided a total of Ushs.4.034 trillion in the fight against
#COVID19
from FY 2019/20 to FY 2021/2022.
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Today I interacted with the Media fraternity under Uganda Parliamentary Press Association on the Budget Strategy for FY 2022/2023. I asked them to work with
@GovUganda
in fighting corruption by exposing the culprits.We shall continue working together to transform our country.
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I have inspected construction works at Kaabale international airport in Hoima district, now at 22% complete. I urged the contractors to ensure that the airport is complete within the stipulated timeframe (2022)
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#HappyEaster
to you all fellow Countrymen and Countrywomen.Let us continue following
@MinofHealthUG
guidelines to defeat
#COVID19UG
.
@mofpedU
is doing everything possible to ensure that our
#economy
remains afloat as we address the effects of
#coronavirus
on
@GovUganda
economy.
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I Congratulate Buhuka FC of Kikuube District for winning the trophy in the Bunyoro region play offs today after beating Kiryandongo FC (2-0). I wish to assure you that
@GovUganda
is committed to promoting Sports and Skills development especially among the youth in the country.
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I wish all my Countrymen and Women a Happy 57th Independence day celebration.We shall continue working strategically to grow the economy and to transform our Motherland Uganda.
#UgandaAt57
#LongliveUganda
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We strongly support the strategy of transition to E-Mobility by
@STIsecretariat
under
@DrMusenero
as per the guidance of H.E the President
@KagutaMuseveni
that the correct way to address the current fuel crisis is to move from petrol to electric cars,buses,motorcyles & trains.
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Happy Heroes' day fellow Countrymen and Women. I spent this Heroes day putting final touches on your budget which I will read on Thursday this week. Here is my message for you on this Heroes' day.
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I applaud the compliant taxpayers who continue to make a contribution to the socioeconomic transformation of our Country.
All of us have a duty to pay taxes & its a noble thing to do. I thank
@URAuganda
leadership past & present for the achievements so far registered.
#TPAD21
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If it were not for Covid-19, our economy was set to grow in double digit in 3-4 years.We have now changed tactics to focus on producing as many things as possible locally. In my presentation to
@Parliament_Ug
on Tuesday next week, i will show how we plan to revamp the Economy.
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Merry Christmas and Happy New year to fellow Countrymen and Women.
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year fellow Countrymen and Women!
#HappyChristmas2022
#HappyHolidays
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We invite you to participate in the National Budget Month activities for FY 2019/20 organised by
@mofpedU
#KnowYourBudget
#Accountabilty
#DoingMore
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Today's Afro Indian Investment Summit is a huge step towards achieving the desired common goal & a demonstration that Uganda & India's economic cooperation continues to grow stronger.Uganda's doors remain open for Indian investors & we commit to support the outcomes of the summit
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Today, I attended the Rwenzori Investment Expo 2020 in Fort Portal which was graced by the presence of H.E President
@KagutaMuseveni
This initiative should be replicated in all regions of the country to promote regional investment, value addition,job creation & improved incomes
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Happy to be back home from Paris,France where I participated in the meeting of the France-East African Business Council
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Good morning tweeps.Yesterday i officiated at the ground breaking ceremony for construction of the headquaters of the Inspectorate of Government on Clement Hill Road in Kampala.
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I have this afternoon closed a Regional conference on public debt management and sustainable economic growth in sub-saharan Africa at Speke Resort Munyonyo. I told participants from 19 SSA countries to be cautious when acquiring debt to avoid debt challenges that are emerging.
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It was a pleasure having a virtual meeting with
@WorldBankAfrica
Vice President
@HafezGhanem_WB
and his technical team.
@GovUganda
cherishes the long- standing cooperation with the
@WorldBank
We are also grateful for your continued support to Uganda.
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I have today inspected the on-going construction works of Kiira Motors Corporation plant at Jinja Industrial & business Park. I thanked Prof.Sanday Tickodri-Togboa & team for the progress so far made.Project success will enhance value addition in the automative industry in Ug
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I have today welcomed the new Ambassador of Denmark to Uganda Mr.Nicolaj Hejberg Petersen who paid me a courtesy call at my Office.
I thanked the Royal Danish Gov't for the cordial relationship and support to
@GovUganda
in various areas such poverty reduction.
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I have this morning unveiled the Deposit Protection Fund of Uganda.
@GovUganda
has increased the deposit insurance limit from UGX 3 million to UGX 10 million. I encourage my fellow Countrymen and Women to put their savings in the formal financial sector.
#DPFUganda
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While presiding over the tree planting activity of the National budget month for FY 2019/20 along Bombo road, i encouraged Ugandans to embrace tree planting to mitigate the effects of climate change.
#KnowYourBudget19
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Annual headline inflation was 3.1% in FY 2018/19 within target lower than previous year's rate of 3.4%. Lending rate in FY 2018/19 averaged 20% down from 20.34%
#AccountabilityUG2019
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We will procure adequate vaccines and target to vaccinate at least 22 million people to reduce the covid-related death risks and enable the economy to fully re-open.We have earmarked 560 billion for purchase of vaccines.
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Today I addressed Entrepreneurs attending the Global Entrepreneurship week conference at UMA,Lugogo.I pledged Govt support & highlighted the importance of political stability as well as successful business practices such as financial discipline & customer satisfaction.
#GEW2019
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