Uganda: Museveni Warns Intimidating Leaders Risk Repeating Amin's Mistakes

Uganda: Museveni Warns Intimidating Leaders Risk Repeating Amin's Mistakes

President Museveni on Monday warned that leaders who attempt to intimidate and manipulate citizens are reminiscent of former ruler Idi Amin.

‘Don’t force yourself on citizens’ – Museveni warns leaders

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has cautioned political and religious leaders against imposing themselves on the people, urging them instead to win legitimacy through persuasion, good service delivery and tangible results. Speaking on Monday in Kitgum District, Museveni said leadership founded on intimidation betrays the will of the people and weakens institutions. “Influence people by doing […]