President Yoweri Museveni laughed off accusations that he is plotting to take control of Uganda’s coffee industry after a question from Mityana North MP Nsegumire Muhamad Kibed.
During a recent interaction, Kibed suggested that Ugandans believe Museveni has major stakes in an upcoming coffee deal, with some speculating he holds as much as 50% of shares.
“People have been saying President Museveni wants to steal our coffee… that he has at least 50% shares in an upcoming coffee deal. For us, we think the removal of UCDA is a blessing in disguise,” stated Kibed.
In response, Museveni dismissed the claims by laughing over it, which sparked mixed reactions online.
While some Ugandans criticized Kibed for his remarks, others turned their frustrations toward Museveni himself.
Many questioned the MP’s motives, with some accusing him of attending the live TV interview simply to boost his image. Others directed their criticism at Museveni, referencing the recent brawl in parliament.
Museveni also used the opportunity to defend the rationalization of government agencies, highlighting his disappointment with those who oppose the reform.
“I really feel embarrassed that people are wasting time arguing against rationalization of government agencies. The most shaming part is those who were tribalizing the matter. They came out to say Museveni will steal this coffee… but if it turns out that no coffee is stolen by Museveni, Ugandans must realize the shallowness of these groups and punish them politically… although I think we should also punish them politically,” Museveni said.
Below are some of the reactions;