Youth and Women in Lubaga Receive Startup Kits Under Presidential Wealth Creation Program

Over 100 youth and women in Lubaga Division have received essential startup equipment under the Youth Wealth Creation Programme, a flagship initiative of the State House aimed at combating unemployment and poverty. The event, held in Lubaga, saw beneficiaries equipped with tools tailored to their vocational skills, marking a significant step in the government's grassroots empowerment drive.  

Diverse Beneficiaries: The program supported a cross-section of entrepreneurs, including tailors, bakers, and cereal growers, each receiving relevant tools such as sewing machines, flour cartons, and agricultural inputs.  
Presidential Praise: Recipients expressed gratitude to President Museveni for the initiative, crediting it as a pathway out of poverty.  
Government Commitment: Jane Barekye, head of the State House Finance Office, emphasised the program’s role in fostering self-reliance, urging beneficiaries to avoid politicising development efforts.  

Faizo Ndase, leading the Youth Wealth Creation Programme, encouraged beneficiaries to:  
Utilise the tools effectively to grow their businesses, and remain focused on wealth creation rather than political distractions. Collaborate with government programs for sustained success.  

While appreciative, beneficiaries appealed for: Increased funding to expand their ventures, Continued mentorship to ensure long-term sustainability.  The initiative aligns with broader efforts to reduce youth unemployment in Uganda, where over 70% of the population is under 30. By providing practical resources, the program addresses systemic barriers to entrepreneurship in low-income communities.