Kawempe Artisans Hail President Museveni's Youth Initiative

Kyambadde Lawrence

Category: Economics

Read Time: 1 min

Published: 20 October 2025

A cross-section of artisans and skilled workers in Kampala are praising President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for his direct support through various wealth creation programs. The beneficiaries say the initiatives have been pivotal in boosting their businesses and providing a crucial financial start.

Craftspeople engaged in various trades have expressed their gratitude towards the National Leader.They state that the President's intervention, which provided them with startup capital, has done a great deal to uplift their work.

The beneficiaries report that their incomes have significantly improved as a result. Because of this positive change, they have publicly declared their support for the National Leader, predicting his resounding victory in the upcoming intense elections.

Our team visited the two constituencies that make up Kawempe Division—Kawempe North and Kawempe South—to observe the program's impact.The tour was led by Faizo Ndase, who is overseeing the Youth Wealth Creation Program, to see the work being done by the beneficiaries.

It is recalled that the National Leader's household has a history of providing youth and women with small startup capital to help them expand their income-generating activities. Early beneficiaries, including bakers, were provided with ovens and dough mixers. Tailors received sewing machines, while salon operators were given hair dryers. In a significant scale-up, officials from the State House began their inspection tours of these areas last week.

Faizo Ndase,the head of the initiative, commended the people of Kawempe for utilizing the provided seed capital effectively. He emphasised that the funds are intended for genuine development. He further announced that the National Leader's household plans to guide them in forming a Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisation (SACCO) to ensure sustainable growth.

According to officials from the National Leader's household, this wealth creation strategy was launched in 2020. Its primary goal was to combat youth unemployment, initially focusing on Kampala. Plans are, however, underway to roll out the program to other districts. The program receives crucial financial oversight from Jane Barekye, the State House Comptroller.

Kyambadde Lawrence

Kyambade Lawrence is a journalist with extensive experience in covering community stories, using his deep understanding of local issues to create impactful narratives. His ability to connect with the community and capture the essence of their experiences makes his stories resonate deeply with audiences, often sparking meaningful change and awareness. With a genuine commitment to highlighting the voices of those in his community, Kyambade’s work goes beyond reporting—his stories inspire action and foster a sense of connection, truly making a difference where it matters most.