The Power of Change is in Your Hands: Mugisha Muntu Tells Youth.
Instead of blaming us, the 15,000 combatants, for bringing Museveni to power, the now 18 million youth can easily remove him,” Muntu stated. His words have sparked widespread discussion among political analysts, activists, and ordinary Ugandans, with many interpreting them as a direct call for youth-led political transformation.
Uganda Today Edition: The Power of Change is in Your Hands: Mugisha Muntu Tells Youth.
In a bold and thought-provoking message, former army commander and opposition leader, General Mugisha Muntu, has called upon Uganda’s youth to take charge of their political future, emphasizing that they possess the numerical power to remove President Yoweri Museveni from office through collective action.
A Challenge to the Youth
Through his official Twitter account, General Muntu addressed Uganda’s young population, particularly the over 18 million youth above the age of 18. He pointed out that the National Resistance Army (NRA), with only 15,000 combatants, managed to bring Museveni to power through their determination and belief in change.
“Instead of blaming us, the 15,000 combatants, for bringing Museveni to power, the now 18 million youth can easily remove him,” Muntu stated. His words have sparked widespread discussion among political analysts, activists, and ordinary Ugandans, with many interpreting them as a direct call for youth-led political transformation.
Muntu’s Break from Museveni
Gregory Mugisha Muntuyera, commonly referred to as Mugisha Muntu (born October 1958), is a Ugandan politician and retired military officer. He is the current president of the Alliance for National Transformation (ANT), a political party he founded in March 2019. General Muntu, a respected figure in Uganda’s political landscape, underscored that he was once aligned with President Museveni but abandoned him two decades ago after realizing that the NRM leader had veered off the right track. He left the ruling party, citing governance failures, increasing corruption, and the suppression of democratic principles.
For years, Muntu has championed peaceful and structured political change, urging Ugandans to prioritize institutional development over revolutionary chaos. His latest message, however, signals growing frustration with the slow pace of reform and a direct appeal to the country’s youthful majority, who are widely seen as the key drivers of Uganda’s future.
A New Political Awakening?
With Uganda’s 2026 general elections approaching, General Muntu’s message resonates with a generation grappling with unemployment, economic hardship, and political repression. Many young Ugandans have expressed frustration over the lack of opportunities and a political system that they feel does not represent their interests.
Political observers note that Muntu’s statement could energize opposition movements and inspire a more coordinated youth-driven political strategy. Whether this will translate into tangible electoral action remains to be seen, but the conversation has undoubtedly been ignited.
Conclusion
General Muntu’s message serves as a wake-up call to Uganda’s youth, reminding them of their strength in numbers. Whether his words will translate into a formidable movement capable of challenging the status quo remains an open question. However, one thing is clear—Uganda’s youth have been given a new perspective on their role in shaping the nation’s destiny.
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