Ministry Leadership

President Yoweri Museveni is a Ugandan politician and military leader who has been in power since 1986. He was born on September 15, 1944, in Ntungamo, southwestern Uganda.

Museveni came to power after a five-year guerrilla war in which he led the National Resistance Army (NRA) against the government of Milton Obote. Since then, he has been reelected in a series of contested elections, with the most recent being in January 2021.

Under Museveni’s leadership, Uganda has experienced economic growth and development, with poverty rates decreasing and access to education and healthcare improving. He has implemented policies aimed at promoting agriculture, infrastructure development, and foreign investment.

Museveni has also been praised for his efforts to bring peace and stability to Uganda, ending decades of civil war and insurgency in the northern part of the country.

Furthermore, he has played a key role in regional politics, particularly in the East African Community, promoting integration and cooperation among African nations. He has been a vocal advocate for African unity and self-sufficiency, and has championed the cause of African development and progress on the international stage.

In addition, President Museveni has been recognized for his leadership in the fight against HIV/AIDS in Uganda, with the country being hailed as a model for other nations in terms of its comprehensive approach to prevention, treatment, and care.

Huda Abason Oleru, born on December 3rd, 1975, is a Ugandan politician and legislator. She served as the Women Member of Parliament Representative for Yumbe District in the Eighth and Ninth Parliament of Uganda. Initially independent, she is now affiliated with the National Resistance Movement political party. Additionally, she has also held the position of Minister of State for Veteran Affairs.

Background

Huda Abason Oleru was born to Ayub Adiga and Drakai Khadija, in Pania village, Kophi sub-county, Yumbe district. She attended Limidia Primary School before proceeding to Yumbe Secondary School. Later on, she joined Mvara Secondary School. After completing her secondary education, Huda pursued a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration at the Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU). Subsequently, she obtained a Master’s degree in Public Administration and Management before venturing into politics.

Leadership

Prior to joining politics, Huda Abason Oleru worked as a teacher at Aringa Primary School and also served as the secretary for the youth of Romogi sub-county. In 1996, she was appointed as the National Resistance Council Youth general secretary in Romogi Sub-county. From 1996 to 1998, she worked as a teacher at Limitia Primary School. Between 1998 to 2000, she served as a Community Facilitator with the Community Actor Programme. Later on, from 2000 to 2003, Huda held the position of Investment Chairperson for Lulu sub-county.