KABALE, UGANDA – The Deputy Governor of the Bank of Uganda, Prof. Augustus Nuwagaba, has commended the informative leadership and innovative approach of Kabale Municipality MP-elect, Hon. Andrew Aja Baryayanga.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The recognition was presented during a pivotal, forward-thinking engagement at Kabale’s White House Inn on Friday, February 6, 2026, centered on the handover of Prof. Nuwagaba’s seminal work, “Transformative Economics,” to Hon. Baryayanga and other leaders.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Nuwagaba, the esteemed economist-turned-central banker, articulated a powerful thesis on modern governance.
He emphasized that smooth and impactful leadership is intrinsically linked to a relentless focus on economic empowerment at the household and community level.
“Sustainable national growth does not happen in abstraction. It begins with informed policy choices and a clear, practical understanding of production, value addition, and responsible public expenditure,” Prof. Nuwagaba stated.
Prof. Augustus Nuwagaba specifically appreciated the existing innovations and community-focused initiatives already pioneered by Hon. Andrew Baryayanga Aja within this framework.
The Deputy Governor’s remarks positioned the MP-elect’s local agenda as a microcosm of the transformative economic principles essential for national development.
In response, Hon. Andrew Baryayanga Aja expressed gratitude for the profound gesture and the Deputy Governor’s insightful perspective.
He affirmed that his legislative agenda and manifesto are fully aligned with the broader National Resistance Movement (NRM) programs, expressing confidence in their collective achievement.
“This is more than a book; it is a toolkit for effective service. I deeply appreciate Prof. Nuwagaba for understanding the true aim of leadership and for equipping us with practical economic knowledge as we prepare for our legislative duties,” Hon. Baryayanga remarked.
The donation of “Transformative Economics” served as a strategic orientation gesture, intended to fortify the incoming legislators’ grasp of economic transformation, strategic budgeting, and evidence-based policy-making.
As Hon. Baryayanga and his peers prepare to assume their seats in the 12th Parliament, the insights from the book are expected to serve as a critical reference point.
The event highlights a consensus on economically astute leadership to bridge policy and grassroots needs, signaling promising collaboration between Uganda’s financial experts and elected representatives, with Kabale Municipality leading this discourse.
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