Uganda at a crossroads as Museveni begins new term
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Uganda at a crossroads as Museveni begins new term
"By and large, in Uganda now, there is peace. And when there is peace, the economic activities tend to sprout and progress,"
"Uganda's gross domestic product (GDP) growth exceeded 6% in 2024, according to the World Bank, and has and has remained relatively strong for decades, typically above 3% since the early 1990s."
"Uganda's GDP rose from $3.9 billion in 1986 to more than $53.9 billion in 2024. Uganda's population has surged from just 15.5 million in 1986 to over 50 million in 2024, resulting in one of the world's youngest populations, with a median age of around 17"
"Despite winning January's elections with just under 72% of the vote amid reports of intimidation and abductions of opposition figures many believe the 81-year-old is nearing the end of his time in office."
Yoweri Museveni was sworn in for a seventh consecutive term after winning January elections with just under 72% of the vote amid reports of intimidation and abductions of opposition figures. Regional leaders from across East Africa traveled to Kampala, reflecting Museveni’s diplomatic standing. Many observers believe he is nearing the end of his time in office, but Ugandans still expect more work. People point to improved stability and peace, which they link to economic activity and growth. Uganda’s GDP growth exceeded 6% in 2024, and GDP rose substantially since 1986. Population growth has been rapid, creating a very young population, while unemployment remains a major concern for youth.
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