Uganda Today Edition: Evelyn Anite’s Bizarre “Nyash” Ignites Sharp Criticism: Ugandans Question Minister’s Decorum
By Uganda Today News Desk | www.ugandatoday.co.ug
Kampala, Uganda – Evelyn Anite, Uganda’s State Minister for Investment and Privatization, has once again stirred public outrage—this time not over a policy decision or political statement, but over what many have described as a ridiculous, juvenile, and tone-deaf social media post.
Ministerial Post Turns Cringe Comedy
In a tweet that has since gone viral for all the wrong reasons, Minister Anite wrote:
“With God, all things are possible…now my Nyash is growing! Some of you have been saying I am nyashless. Watch God doing miracles for me & my Darling captain. We are on steady progress ooo!!”
The use of “Nyash”—slang for buttocks—combined with the spiritual undertone and a reference to her romantic partner, left many Ugandans stunned, amused, and offended in equal measure.
Social media platforms, especially X (formerly Twitter), lit up with memes, parodies, and serious criticism. While Anite may have intended to share a lighthearted personal update, the backlash suggests that Ugandans expect more dignity and restraint from a Cabinet Minister entrusted with national economic responsibilities.
Ugandans Respond with Sharp Criticism
Among the thousands of comments, one particularly stinging response came from a Uganda Today reader in Kisoro, who posted:
“Anite is a minister because of the Kyankwanzi nonsense. This girl is not even suitable to become a Game Ranger at any of the national parks and game reserves in Uganda under the management of the Uganda Wildlife Authority, UWA.”
Others questioned the relevance of a state minister publicizing bodily changes instead of focusing on Uganda’s struggling investment climate, rising unemployment, and investor confidence. Critics pointed to Anite’s previous controversial statements as evidence of a consistent pattern of unseriousness and attention-seeking behavior.
Pattern of Eccentric Public Behavior
Anite is no stranger to controversy. From declaring “we have the magye” during the 2017 age limit debate to her infamous “we shall use the army” warning during the Uganda Telecom saga, the former Koboko MP has developed a reputation for dramatic political theatrics.
Her latest outburst, however, seems to have crossed a new line—mixing religion, anatomy, and politics in a way that many have called deeply inappropriate for a serving government official.
Public Office or Public Comedy?
This incident raises broader concerns about the quality of public discourse and leadership in Uganda. At a time when the country faces serious economic and governance challenges, citizens are demanding more substance, less spectacle.
Ugandans have called upon President Yoweri Museveni to rein in errant ministers and restore the decorum that public office demands. Some have gone as far as calling for Anite’s resignation, citing embarrassment and loss of investor confidence.
Conclusion
While Anite may view her post as a humorous personal expression, the weight of public office demands a higher standard. In an era where digital footprints last forever and public trust is easily eroded, the minister’s latest social media antics are a cautionary tale on the need for dignity, responsibility, and maturity in Uganda’s political leadership.
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