South Sudanese refugees in Obongi district expressed their gratitude to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni Tibuhaburwa for his welcoming policy towards refugees during a period of political turmoil in their home country. The refugees conveyed their appreciation during a meeting with the RDC Obongi, Samuel Mpimbaza Hashaka, at Itula sub-county headquarters in Obongi district on Saturday.
The refugees, based in Palorinya refugee settlement, referred to President Museveni as a father for Africa who has significantly contributed to peace and security on the continent, especially by extending a welcoming hand to those displaced by wars. They also thanked the leaders and people of Obongi for their warm welcome and the provision of land free of charge.
Achola Eunice, a 45-year-old woman among the refugees, expressed her happiness about the freedom they now enjoy while staying in Uganda. She noted that in Uganda, they can live without fear, providing a stark contrast to the psychological distress caused by the impact of the war when they were in South Sudan.
An anonymous refugee mentioned that since the onset of the war in South Sudan, many people had been left homeless, and before President Museveni welcomed them to Uganda, they struggled to access essential services. A refugee leader added that, thanks to Museveni’s generosity, most of their children are now able to enjoy education in Uganda.
The leader commended Museveni Kaguta for being a compassionate leader, describing him as a gift from God who liberated the South Sudanese refugees, providing them with refuge and safety in Uganda.
