Monika Masika

Yesterday, I had the honour of organising the University Student Leaders Convention 2026 at the Parliament of Uganda, in partnership with the National Institute for Multiparty Democracy @NimdUganda , Julius Nyerere Leadership Training Centre @TheJNLC , and the East Africa Young Leaders Forum @EAYLF_official , with the support of the @Parliament_Ug The convention brought together student leaders from 65 universities across the country for an important engagement with national leadership. It was graced by the Rt. Hon. @ObothOboth , Speaker of Parliament, as the Chief Guest. The convention provided a vital platform for us to present students’ concerns directly to the country’s leadership and engage in meaningful conversations about the future of higher education in Uganda. In my submissions, I highlighted the rising cost of higher education, particularly how taxes imposed on private institutions can ultimately translate into higher tuition fees for students. I also raised concerns about the increasing cost of food, which makes access to affordable meals difficult for many students, and the growing cost of accommodation, where finding safe and affordable places to stay has become increasingly challenging. I further emphasised the need to review the support extended to government-sponsored students in light of today’s economic realities. Our appeal is not to overlook the country’s economic realities or national development priorities, but to encourage practical conversations and policies that protect students while contributing to the country’s progress. I sincerely thank the Rt. Hon. Jacob Mackson Oboth Oboth, Members of Parliament @SamBegira ,@GeraldKaruhanga , other dignitaries, student leaders from across Uganda, and everyone who contributed to making this convention a success. I am equally grateful to @Makerere and the Prime XI Executive Team for their support throughout this journey. Student leadership must be about dialogue and solutions, not just identifying problems. We cannot build the Uganda we want tomorrow while ignoring the realities of the students who will inherit it. The future of this country must also make sense to the young people preparing to lead it #MTM #Theactionmandate

Representing Makerere University Games Union at the Pre-Games Scientific Symposium hosted by USIU-Africa, Nairobi. 🇺🇬🇰🇪 An enriching opportunity to engage, learn, share ideas and prepare for the games ahead. Proud to represent Makerere alongside my fellow Games Union leaders.