NRM on the Brink of the Big 40
For many Ugandans, this day is more than a celebration. It’s a time to remember the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who dreamed of liberating the country from oppressive regimes.
Uganda will celebrate 39 years since the National Resistance Movement (NRM) and National Resistance Army (NRA) bush war ended, a milestone that changed the course of the country’s history.
The 39th NRM Victory Day Anniversary will be held on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at the National Teachers College Grounds in Mubende Town Council, Mubende District.
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The celebrations will be graced by H. E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni alongside other dignitaries.
It will be a moment to reflect on the sacrifices that paved the way for peace, security, and progress in Uganda.
As part of the day’s events, President Museveni will award 61 medals to public servants who played an outstanding role.
In the lead-up to the celebrations, the Office of the President, in partnership with Bazungu and Prince Kimbugwe Foundation organized a special Eye Care Medical Camp at Mubende Regional Referral Hospital.
This initiative, than ran from Wednesday to Friday, provided free treatment to people in the Greater Mubende area with eye conditions.
Over 600 pairs of eyeglasses were distributed, and free surgeries conducted for those in need.
For many Ugandans, this day is more than a celebration. It’s a time to remember the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who dreamed of liberating the country from oppressive regimes.
It’s their vision and resilience that set Uganda on the path to nation-building, creating a country we can all proudly call home.
Looking back over the past 39 years, it’s clear how far we’ve come.
From restoring order to investing in socio-economic transformation, the journey has been significant.
The NRM has emphasized self-reliance, innovation, and empowering people at the grassroots.
Initiatives like the Parish Development Model, Emyooga, and Youth Livelihood Programme have allowed many Ugandans to actively participate in the economy, improving livelihoods across the country.
Today, Uganda stands as a testament to what vision, resilience, and determination can achieve. With a growing economy, stronger institutions, and improved living standards, the progress is visible.
But this day also reminds us that the work isn’t done yet.
It’s a call to keep building on what has been achieved, to dream bigger, and to stay committed to shaping a brighter future for generations to come. Here’s to 39 years of progress, resilience, and unity!
