Mr. David Kalemera, Senior Presidential Advisor and Head of the State House Revenue Intelligence and Strategic Operations Unit, has praised President Yoweri Museveni’s administration for achieving significant milestones in the full monetization of Uganda’s economy.
According to Kalemera, the NRM government has made tremendous progress in promoting economic growth and development through strategic initiatives in commercial agriculture, industrialization, expanding and broadening services, digital transformation, and market access.
Kalemera’s statement has been published in The Uganda Hidden Facts Booklet, which contains 120 reasons why Ugandans support President Yoweri Museveni, and 100 descriptions of H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. The booklet also features achievements statements from 100 carefully selected personalities in Uganda, described as the Uganda top 100 Development Champions. Kalemera is dedicated to creating awareness and information dissemination of the achievements of H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. Despite being a government official, he is also a successful private sector developer with passion on achieving a vibrant private sector to drive our economy hence boosting revenue collection.
As a result of these efforts, Uganda’s exports have increased by USD 2.534 billion to USD 7.471 billion, representing a 34 percent growth. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the government’s effective export promotion strategy, which has driven growth in key sectors such as gold, coffee, and oil re-exports.
Kalemera noted that efforts to increase value addition to exports have continued to yield positive results. Exports of manufactured products have continued to be significant contributors of export earnings. In particular, in 2023, cement exports reached USD 91.1 million, sugar USD 75.8 million, plastic products USD 62.6 million, soap USD 33.9 million, and beer USD 25.8 million.
The government has strengthened efforts to increase export performance through investing in targeted value addition initiatives and implementing several enabling trade policies. This Financial Year 2023/24, the government is committed to building on these successes to drive further growth and development in Uganda’s economy.
As the Senior Presidential Advisor and Head of the State House Revenue Intelligence and Strategic Operations Unit, Kalemera plays a crucial role in overseeing the operations of the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) and fighting corruption within the tax administration system. His unit is tasked with closing revenue leakages and boosting tax collection, which is essential for Uganda’s economic growth and development.
Kalemera has demonstrated his commitment to promoting transparency and accountability in Uganda’s revenue collection systems. His leadership expertise has been invaluable in shaping Uganda’s revenue collection policies and strategies. With his experience in revenue collection and management, Kalemera has developed effective solutions to combat corruption and boost revenue collection.
In conclusion, President Museveni’s administration has made significant strides in promoting economic growth and development in Uganda. The government’s efforts to increase exports, promote value addition, and strengthen revenue collection have yielded positive results. As the country continues to grow and develop, it is essential that the government remains committed to promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance in all aspects of economic management.
- The Rt Hon Moses Kigongo
1stVice Chairman, National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Rt Hon.Rebecca Kadaga
The 2nd National Vice chairperson of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Rt Hon Richard Todwong
Secretary General, National Resistance Movement (NRM) - E Jessica Alupo
Vice President of Uganda - The Rt Hon Anita Annet Among
Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda - The Rt Hon Thomas Tayebwa
Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda - The Rt Hon Robinah Nabbanja
Prime Minister of Uganda - Hon Janet Kataha Museveni
First Lady of Uganda, Minister of Sports and Education - Dr Daina Atwiine
Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health - The Rt Hon Amama Mbabazi
Former Prime Minister of Uganda - Dr Sudhir Ruparelia
Chairman-Ruparelia Group - E Hon Barbara Nekesa Lumolo
National Treasurer, National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Gen Proscovia Nalweyiso
Senior Presidential Advisor on Security - Anyine Janet
Deputy Director General-External Security Organization (ESO) - Hajat Hadijah Namyalo
The Senior Presidential Advisor in charge of Office of the NRM National Chairman (ONC). - Gloria Asio Omaswa
Principal Private Secretary to the President - Ms Hellen Seku
The Commissioner in charge of the National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps - Mathias Magoola
Managing Director- Dei BioPharma Ltd - Ms Jane Barekye
The State House Comptroller - Hon Evelyn Anite
Minister of State for Investment and Privatization - Prof Lawrence Muganga
Vice Chancellor-Victoria University - Dr Pius Bigirimana
Secretary to the Judiciary - Charles Ssentongo
Chief of Protocol, Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Brig Gen Michael Kabango
Chief of Staff – Land Force (CoS – LF) - Lieutenant Colonel Edith Nakalema
Head-State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU) - The Rt Hon Ruhakana Rugunda
Former Prime Minister of Uganda - Hon Dr Fred Mukasa Mbidde
Vice President-Democratic Party - Caleb Akandwanaho Salim Saleh
Chief Coordinator – Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) - Haji Faruk Kirunda
Special Presidential Assistant-Press and Mobilization-Deputy Press Secretary - Mr Lawrence Ssemakula
Accountant General, Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MFPED) - Pastor Aloysius Bugingo
Managing Director of Salt Media Group of Companies, Head of House of Prayer Ministries - Aggrey Wuunyi
Undersecretary-Uganda Police Force - Judith Nabakooba
Minister-Ministry of Lands,Housing and Urban Development (MLHUD) - Johnson Byabashaija
Commissioner General of Prisons - E Edward Kiwanuka Sekandi
Former Vice President - Dr Dithan Kiragga
Executive Director of Baylor Foundation Uganda. - Dr Sarah Wasagali
Chairperson Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) - AIGP Brig Christopher Ddamulira
Director, Directorate of Crime Intelligence Uganda Police Force - Dr Luisa Napolitano
Medical Coordinator-The Children’s Surgical Hospital, Entebbe - Gowa Kasita
Director for Citizenship and Immigration Control - Hajjat Aisha Lubega
Deputy Chairperson - Hon Nyombi Thembo
Executive Director-Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) - Hon Rose Namayanja
Deputy Secretary General - Charles Oluka
Director General-Internal Security Organisation (ISO) - Counsel Simon Peter Musangala
Managing Partner-Musangala Advocates and Solicitors - Kayanja Muhanga
Commander Land Force (CLF) - Ms Carol Bainamaryo
Member-Electoral Commission - Jack Agonza Bakasumba,
Chief Joint Staff (CJS)-Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) - Hon Dr Tanga Odoi
Chairman, NRM Electoral Commission (EC) - Edwin Karugire
Partner- K & K Advocates - Col Emmy Katabazi
Deputy Director General-Internal Security Organisation (ISO) - David Muhoozi
Minister of State for Internal Affairs - Haji Erias Kiyemba
Board Member-Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) - Kahinda Otafiire
Minister for Internal Affairs - Sandor Walusimbi
Senior Press Secretary to H.E the President of Uganda. - Haji Gadaffi Nassur
Chairperson, youth league), National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Hashim Magongo
President-Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) - Bagiire Vincent Waiswa
Permanent Secretary-Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Francis Takirwa
Acting Deputy Commander Land Force (D/CLF) - Prof Pamela Mbabazi
Chairperson -National Planning Authority (NPA) - Mrs Rose Byengoma
Permanent Secretary Ministry of Defense - Dominic Mafabi Gidudu
Chairperson, Elders’ League), National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Dr Tom Magambo
Director- Directorate of Criminal Investigations ,Uganda Police Force - Moses Byaruhanga
Senior Presidential Advisor Political Affairs - Eng Ziria Waako
Chief Executive Officer-Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) - Adolf Mwesigye
Clerk to Parliament of Uganda - Charles Okidi
Commander Air Force (CAF)-Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) - Barirega Akankwasa
Executive Director-National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA)
Gen Samuel Okiding
Deputy Chief of Defence Forces and Inspector of Defence Forces (DCDF/IG)
- E Godfrey Kirumira
Honorary Consul of Namibia to Uganda - Mwesigwa Rukari
Chairperson, Entrepreneurs’ League),National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Justice Simon Mugenyi Byabakama
Chairperson-Electoral Commission - Lady Judge Jane Frances Abodo
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) of Uganda - Hon Gen Jim Muhwezi
Chairperson, Veteran’s League), National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Professor Paul Waako
Vice Chancellor-Busitema University - Gabriel Kato
Chairperson, PWDs League),National Resistance Movement (NRM) - AIGP John Ngaruye Ndungutse
Former Director East Africa Police Chiefs Cooperation Organization Counter Terrorism Centre of Excellence - Mike Mukula
National Vice Chairman (Eastern), National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Felix Kulaigye
Spokesman of Uganda Peoples Defense Forces (UPDF) - Chris Baryomunsi
National Vice Chairman (Western), National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Hon Godfrey. Kiwanda Ssuubi
National Vice Chairman (Central), National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Singh Katongole
National Vice Chairman (Kampala), National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Obua Denis Hamson
Chairperson of the NRM Parliamentary Caucus/Government Chief Whip - Jacqueline Kyatuhaire
Deputy National Treasurer,National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Hajat Madina Naham
Director for Finance and AdministratioN, National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Toyota Michael Nuwagira
Vice Chairman Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) - Rosemary Nansubuga Seninde
Director Mobilization, Cadre identification, Recruitment and Placement
National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Haji Yunus Kakande
Secretary, Office of the President - Counsel Enoch Barata
Director Legal Affairs, National Resistance Movement (NRM) - Dr Kayunga Sallie Simba
Commissioner-Electoral Commission - Joseph Ocwet
Director General-External Security Organization (ESO) - Kiryowa Kiwanuka
Attorney General - IGP Abbas Byakagaba
Inspector General of Uganda Police Force - Maj Gen David Mugisha
Commander -Special Forces Command (SFC) - Juma Witonze
Aspiring for Member of East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) and Community Development Promoter in Buganda Region - Maj Gen James Birungi
Chief of Military Intelligence - Muhoozi Kainerugaba
Chief of Defense Forces (CDF), Uganda Peoples Defense Forces (UPDF) - Balaam Barugahara Ateenyi
Minister of State for Youth and Children Affairs - Odrek Rwabwogo
Chairperson- The Presidential Advisory Committee on Exports and Industrial Development (PACEID) - Ramathan Ggoobi
Permanent Secretary / Secretary to the Treasury
Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MFPED).
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