When the System Works Against Us
Corruption is not just a political issue—it’s a daily reality for millions of Ugandans, especially young people. From stolen public funds to nepotism in government programs, corruption is robbing the youth of opportunity, dignity, and a fair future.
What It Looks Like:
- Youth funds mismanaged: Programs like the Youth Livelihood Program (YLP) and Emyooga are meant to support job creation, but many youth never see the money—or have to bribe officials to access it.
- Jobs for the connected: Government jobs, scholarships, and contracts often go to those with the “right names” or political ties, not to the most qualified youth.
- Bribes for basic services: From health care to education, young people are often forced to pay “something small” to get what should be free or affordable.
- No accountability: Reports of stolen funds or corrupt leaders rarely lead to action. The corrupt thrive, while the honest struggle.
The Cost of Corruption:
- Projects meant to create youth jobs never reach the ground
- Rural youth are locked out of development funds
- A generation loses hope in government, democracy, and justice
- Poverty and inequality get worse—while the rich get richer
How the National Youth Movement Is Responding
We are calling out corruption at every level—from village councils to national ministries. We believe that transparency is not a privilege, it’s a right.
We are:
- Exposing misuse of youth-targeted funds and demanding accountability
- Training youth to track public spending in their communities
- Pushing for fair access to government programs and employment
- Building alliances with anti-corruption agencies, watchdogs, and civil society
- Raising voices of those affected—youth denied opportunities because they refused to bribe
“When corruption wins, young people lose. But when youth unite, corruption can’t hide.”
Corruption is not normal. We must stop accepting it—and start organizing against it.
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