“This is Not Kenya”: Uganda Warns Youths Planning Anti-Government Protests to Desist

“This is Not Kenya”: Uganda Warns Youths Planning Anti-Government Protests to Desist

The Ugandan government has strongly cautioned young people who are preparing to march to Parliament on July 23, 2024.

Organized via social media, these youths aim to protest the government’s management of corruption issues.

Nonetheless, the government, represented by spokesperson Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, has warned against these protests.

In a video released by NBS Television, Baryomunsi stressed that the authorities will not permit any actions that could disturb public order or cause property damage.

He emphasized that they would not simply observe while the citizens prepared to set Parliament on fire.

“There are other ways you can express your dissatisfaction with the government. You can be innovative and use other methods,” Baryomunsi asserted.

“Uganda is not Kenya,” Baryomunsi

Drawing a parallel to recent events in Kenya, Baryomunsi emphasized that Uganda’s circumstances are distinct.

He stated that the Ugandan government will not allow actions like marching and setting fire to Parliament, which were observed in Kenya.

The Uganda Police Force has also labeled the upcoming demonstrations as illegal.

In a social media statement, the police banned the protests, underscoring the government’s commitment to upholding public order.

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Ugandans fear protesting, Little Brian says

Speaking with Gossipa2z.com, Ugandan comedian Brian Egwalu, also known as “Little Brian,” commented that Ugandans lack the bravery displayed by Kenyans.

He referred to historical events, highlighting Kenya’s Mau Mau Rebellion, Tanzania’s Maji Maji Rebellion, and Uganda’s Buganda Agreement.

“The Kenya Gen Zs have inspired Ugandans, but we still fear a lot. Mandamano is not our thing from history,” he said.

Little Brian indicated that there was a chance many Ugandans would not turn up on the day of the demonstration

Why does Ugandan Gen Zs want to protest?

Ugandan young people appear to have taken inspiration from Kenyan Gen Zs, who have been organizing numerous protests against their government.

The protests were sparked by the introduction of the Finance Bill 2024, which aimed to raise taxes on essential goods.

There was widespread opposition, further inflamed by MPs approving the contentious Bill.

Enraged youths attacked Parliament, setting it ablaze, resulting in several fatalities and over 300 injuries.

“This is Not Kenya”: Uganda Warns Youths Planning Anti-Government Protests to Desist