By Sadique Bamwita
Kampala
The Chairperson of Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC), Adv. Mariam Wangadya, has described President Museveni’s upcoming swearing-in as a symbolic and significant ceremony reflecting Uganda’s advancement in democracy.
“This moment is both significant and symbolic. It reflects the will of the people, and it renews a solemn constitutional covenant, between leadership and citizens, anchored in the protection and promotion of human rights, ” She said.
She added: “Your Excellency, the enduring strength of leadership lies in legacy. And in our constitutional order, that legacy is most meaningful when it advances human rights, justice, and the rule of law as your leadership has always demonstrated,” UHRC’S Wangadya praised Museveni’s leadership.
In her congratulatory message, she further noted that Uganda has made important strides in building a firm legal and institutional framework for human rights, asserting that the Constitution remains strong.
“Institutions of accountability are established. Public awareness of rights continues to grow. These gains must be protected and deepened. However, the true measure of progress is found in the daily experiences of citizens, the extent to which rights are felt, protected, and respected in ordinary life,” She bragged of the gains that should be protected.
She said as the Uganda Human Rights Commission, they view this new term as an opportunity to consolidate progress in key areas.
“Your Excellency, wealth creation remains central. Economic empowerment is not separate from human rights; it is part of them.” She said.
UHRC’S Wangadya said the ability to work, to earn, and to access productive opportunities gives real meaning to freedom and dignity adding that when citizens are economically empowered, they participate more fully in society and contribute more meaningfully to national development.
On this note, she called for wealth creation efforts to continue to be inclusive, transparent, and accessible, particularly for the youth, women, and marginalized communities.
“In this way, economic policy becomes a practical pathway to equality, stability, and national cohesion. Your Excellency, the strength of a nation is reflected in how it treats those at the lowest of the ladder. This new term presents an opportunity to reinforce a governance approach that is rules-based, citizen-centered, and anchored in accountability, ” She stated.
Wangadya further reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to constitutional mandate, pledging to stand ready to engage constructively and to support efforts that strengthen the human rights landscape in Uganda.
“We do so with the firm conviction that human rights are not an obstacle to governance, but rather its foundation. As you take the oath of office once again, may this new term be defined not only by continuity of leadership, but by a continued commitment to the rights, dignity, and economic empowerment of all Ugandans, ” Wangadya wished President Museveni luck in his seventh term in office.
The upcoming swearing -in ceremony will mark the commencement of a fresh term as President Yoweri Museveni takes on his seventh term in office as the President of the Republic of Uganda
