By Spy Uganda
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Parliamentary Caucus has resolved to support the government’s budget priorities for the Financial Year 2026/2027, reaffirming its commitment to advancing Uganda’s socio-economic transformation and strengthening service delivery across the country.
The resolution was reached during a meeting held at State House Entebbe, chaired by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. The caucus aligned itself with key government programmes aimed at sustaining economic growth, enhancing infrastructure, and safeguarding national interests.
Among the priority areas endorsed are continued investments in roads, electricity infrastructure, and railway development, all seen as critical drivers of trade and connectivity. The caucus also emphasized the importance of innovation and scientific advancement to accelerate Uganda’s development trajectory.
In a move aimed at improving livelihoods and addressing regional disparities, members supported restocking programmes in the Teso, Lango, and Acholi sub-regions. The initiative is expected to boost household incomes and strengthen agricultural productivity in these areas.
The caucus further backed salary enhancements for key public sector workers, including primary school teachers, secondary school arts teachers, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) instructors, and security personnel. Legislators noted that improving welfare for these groups is vital for better service delivery and national stability.
Security and peacebuilding remained central to the discussions, with members endorsing continued investment in the sector to maintain stability and create an enabling environment for development.
Additionally, the caucus expressed strong support for Uganda’s preparations to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), highlighting the tournament as an opportunity to boost tourism, infrastructure, and international visibility.
Crucially, the meeting also resolved to support the proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2025, once it is tabled in Parliament. Lawmakers underscored the importance of the legislation in safeguarding Uganda’s national interests, institutional independence, and sovereignty.
