The Minister of State for Youth and Children Affairs, Balaam Barugahara, has said that they are aware of the demands of young Ugandans, but they should first engage in dialogue with the government before deciding to protest.
Speaking during NTV’s morning show, Balaam stated that dialogue should come first, with peaceful protests as a secondary option.
“President Museveni, now 79 years old, has a lot on his plate. It is only appropriate to have a clear record and ownership of who is communicating and addressing these issues. Let the young people get organized and make their way to Kololo, where the President will listen to all their demands,” said Balaam.
Balaam insists that the government does not address issues through social media.
“I encourage young people to document their demands and present them in writing to the President and the Prime Minister. This approach ensures that their views are heard. Let us prioritize dialogue,” he said.
Meanwhile, the organizers of a planned march to parliament against corruption today have vowed that, no matter the threats, they will not cancel their plans. The group is taking to social media to say that they will see their planned protests through.
