President Yoweri Museveni has urged Uganda’s youth to take up commercial agriculture as a key driver of national prosperity and poverty eradication.
Speaking at the belated International Youth Day celebrations in Masindi, Museveni emphasized that subsistence farming is a major obstacle to the country’s socio-economic transformation.
To address this, he promoted his “four-acre model” as a practical framework for wealth creation, dedicating one acre each to coffee, fruit trees, staple food crops, and livestock pasture, with opportunities for poultry, piggery, and fish farming.
This approach, Museveni explained, offers multiple income streams and supports sustainable livelihoods. The President also condemned the theft of medicines from government health facilities, warning that such acts undermine healthcare service delivery.
Meanwhile, Minister Betty Amongi highlighted government initiatives aimed at empowering youth, including digital-skills training to enhance self-employment and competitiveness.
State Minister Balaam Barugahara encouraged young Ugandans to take advantage of government empowerment programs such as the Youth Livelihood Programme, the Parish Development Model, and Emyooga.
The event celebrated the central role of Uganda’s youth in innovation and development, aligning with the country’s Vision 2040. By embracing commercial agriculture and leveraging government support, Uganda’s youth can drive economic growth and prosperity.
