President Yoweri Museveni has urged African leaders to draw lessons from the leadership of Tanzania’s founding president, Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere, particularly his emphasis on good governance, human rights and African unity.
Museveni said these principles remain important for promoting peace, political stability and sustainable economic development across the continent.
He also highlighted Tanzania’s support for Uganda during periods of political instability, particularly under the government of former President Idi Amin, describing the solidarity as an important part of the historical relationship between Uganda and Tanzania.
Museveni further recalled the role played by Tanzania and other African countries in supporting liberation movements fighting colonialism and minority rule in southern Africa.
The President’s remarks were delivered on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, by Second Deputy Prime Minister Crispus Kiyonga, who represented him at the Nyerere-Museveni Generation Dialogue 2026 at Makerere University.
The dialogue brought together leaders, academics and young people to discuss leadership, governance and Africa’s development.
Professor Sabatho Nyamsenda, Vice Chancellor of the University of Dar es Salaam, called for greater engagement between governments and groups whose concerns are not adequately represented in public decision-making.
He also challenged leaders to take young people’s concerns seriously and encouraged young people to participate in leadership and contribute to social change.
Dr Nansozi K. Muwanga, a board member of the Julius Nyerere Leadership Centre (JNLC), said the centre would continue training leaders to promote quality leadership, transparency and accountability.
She said the centre aims to develop ethical public servants rather than individuals who seek leadership positions for personal gain.
Muwanga also encouraged young people to acquire leadership knowledge and skills that can contribute to Africa’s development.
The symposium was organised by the Julius Nyerere Leadership Centre at Makerere University in partnership with the Uganda Management Institute, UNDP Uganda, Mastercard Foundation, Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung and the Rotary Foundation.
The discussions are part of the JNLC’s broader efforts to prepare a new generation of African leaders with analytical skills, ethical values and a Pan-African outlook.
The centre was established on 6 October 2018 on the initiative of President Museveni and is inspired by Nyerere’s legacy, particularly his commitment to African unity, visionary leadership and youth empowerment.
The JNLC says it aims to develop trustworthy and responsible leaders who can respond to Africa’s governance and development challenges while strengthening cooperation among leaders across the continent.
