Kambula Militon, a peace serving ambassador at Global peace foundation says as protests continue to rock the nation, it’s clear that guns and tear gas won’t bring peace or silence the cries for justice.
According to him, Peace emerges when Ugandans’ voices are heard and their concerns addressed.
“For our democracy to thrive, citizens must exercise their human rights and freedoms. Leaders must listen and respond positively to the people’s voices”. he noted
Further, the government should provide designated areas for peaceful expression of dissatisfaction and be present to listen, ensuring that peaceful protests do not result in arrests, beatings, or ignored issues. He stated.
“To create a society where peace can truly flourish, we must demand transparency, accountability, and justice. Leaders must fulfill their duties and respect the people. Promises of safety, infrastructure, healthcare, and job creation must be kept, not over shadowed by corruption”. he notes.
He believes that to create peace in a certain country, leaders also must address the demands from the young people.
”The governments mus also enact policies that hold our leaders personally accountable. All civil servants should receive medical care from government hospitals, not abroad. This will compel them to defend the quality of public services and discourage the misappropriation of tax money”. He noted.
Additionally, Ugandans must be educated about their constitution and receive civic education to understand their rights and responsibilities. This knowledge empowers them to seek accountability, exercise their civic rights and freedoms, and engage in constructive dialogue for national transformation.
Furthermore, the government must address the problem of corruption to prevent foreign entities from exploiting our youth and disrupting the fragile peace we have achieved. By tackling corruption head-on, we can safeguard our nation’s stability and ensure that our young people are not manipulated into causing unrest. he said.
“As you serve in government positions, do not relax, thinking history cannot repeat itself. Be motivated to work hard to contribute to the transformation of Uganda. Let’s use this opportunity to dialogue and embrace positive change for national transformation. Failure to do so will lead to unnecessary suffering for everyone”. he said
Leaders need to find solutions to problems such as increasing unemployment and poor leadership facing the large population of youth. We have seen the increase in demonstrations in African countries like Kenya, Uganda, and Bangladesh. He further stated
This is a critical moment for Uganda and the continent as a whole. The call for genuine change is not just an echo of past struggles but a call for a future built on justice, transparency, and active citizenship. Let’s work together to build a better Uganda and Africa. He concluded
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