Why the UFC?

The Odoki Commission established that 65% of the people of Uganda wanted federalism while 10 years later the Ssempebwa report stated 68%. Given this background, it is quite clear that Ugandans believe that a Federo political system of government will be fairer for all kingdoms and peoples of Uganda.

We have examined and analyzed the causes of internal wars in Uganda since independence and have concluded that the underlying cause is that one tribe at a certain time has tried to dominate the rest. And having examined the National Resistance Movement Organization policies and their effects on the ground since 1986, it is clear that the current government is mostly promoting or developing the president's home areas (western region). In other words, nepotism, poverty, sectaranism, autocracy, corruption with impunity, rule by the gun, state sponsored violence, poor public services, unemployment and poor education has triggered the formation of this pressure group. We are realists and believe that any Ugandan president will always try to favour the region where he or she comes from. So our solution to this problem of unfair distribution of wealth is to campaign for a Federo political system that will ensure fair distribution of resources. To us politics is simply the distribution of resources and the current government has done a bad job of it that renders it useless.

Who are we and what do we believe in?

We are a non-partisan umbrella pressure group of peace loving organizations and individuals who are actively seeking a democratic Uganda. We hope to bring about a free and fair Uganda for all  kingdoms. We are working to bring about the necessary change so as to improve the social, economic and political aspirations of Ugandans. We strongly believe that Uganda can be a peaceful country whereby its leaders can respect the diversity and contribution of its peoples. We believe that our nation's leaders should promote democracy, be accountable, abide by the law, respect the constitution and work in the interests of the whole nation. Anything below these standards is tantamount to poor leadership and betrayal of our people's mandate.

Achieving our objectives

Our research has shown that the current regime of the NRMO (National Resistance Movement Organization) invests heavily in public relations and spin that most European or Western governments are unaware of the human rights abuses being committed by state operatives in Uganda. We also realized that some Western governments are aware but turn a blind eye. Therefore our mission is to knock on their doors and make them realize their responsibilities to our citizens. Our grand mission is to lobby intensively for effective regime change in Uganda as well as exposing the human rights abuses against our people. We will use all the available avenues to inform and empower our people so as to sensitize them politically. We will employ direct non-violent means to achieve our objectives and these will include coordinated demonstrations all over the world.

We realize the advantages of partnership working. Hence we will work to forge relationships with the different  political parties of Ugandan and/or any relevant organizations so as to realize our common goals.

Our motto

Our motto is 'Together we can'. We believe that it is only through working and co-operating together as Ugandans that it will be possible to solve the complex issues we are experiencing as Ugandans. We therefore welcome all members from the indigenous tribes of Uganda to formulate the future of our country and amend or negotiate the terms and conditions of our contract with the state.

Our colours

We have chosen black and white as our colours. As the saying goes 'as clear as black and white'......we aim to promote transparency. We also thought these colours stand out and people can easily wear them in their daily lives.

Our slogan

'People say and governments do' is our slogan. We particularly chose this slogan because our research shows that our people need to be empowered and become more assertive in demanding better governments. So we will do our best to teach them their rights.

Our emblem or sign
Any ideas are welcome

Membership

Any organizations or individuals interested in promoting democracy, good governance and protecting human rights are welcome. However we reserve the right to REFUSE any member or organization that we think does not meet our standards. No one will be accepted to be our member if they have committed atrocities or any human rights abuses unless we are confident that they have served their punishment, reformed and therefore adding value to our organization.

Signatories so far

1. The Uganda Diaspora Democrats (UDD) whose main aim is to mobilize Ugandans in the Diaspora.
NB. The interim executive will decide who the patrons of these organizations will be.

2. The Uganda Political Awards (UPA) which will be responsible for awarding politicians that have demonstrated good leadership and worked for the betterment of our people. We are working on the agreed standards and the criteria on which the selection of the candidates will be based. The UPA awards will be conducted every year and Dr Rashid Kasaato is the interim chair of this political awarding committee.

3. The Uganda Citizen Awards (UCA) which will accredit individuals that have demonstrated heroism or done something that benefits the whole of Uganda.

NB. We are in talks with other cultural groups to see how best we can work together under agreed terms and conditions.

Leadership

We are a group of volunteers that have decided to give something back to our communities.
Below are the positions and some of the members who have agreed to serve.

1. General Chairman - Mr Mustapha Semanda Magero Mubiru (Founder and interim chair). The chairman will be responsible for the general management of the organization (pressure group) and will be in charge of strategy and policy implementation.

NB. The first elections will be held within two years and then elections will be held every four years for all positions except the Principal Solicitor, Chief Lobby Officer, chairman advisors and the media team. These will be appointed by the chairman and must be approved by the elected members.

2. First advisor to the chairmanship (in charge of strategy) - vacant

3. Second advisor to the chairmanship (in charge of operational duties) - vacant

4. General Vice Chairman - vacant

5. Chief Security Advisor - Major Twaha Mukiibi
Deputy Security Advisor - vacant

6. Chief Mobilizer - Mr. Moses Nsubuga
This person will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the Non-Violent Direct Action measures at any identified place.

Regional mobilizers
London Mobilizer - Ms Aisha Kaweesi
Coventry Mobilizer - Mr. Steven Kintu

7. Publicity Secretary - vacant

Media Team

Chief Editor of 'The Uganda Citizen' newspaper - Dr Henry Gombya
Apprenticeships coordinator - Mr Peter Bosa

8. Public Relations Executive - vacant
9. Spokesperson - Mr Martin Nsubuga
Deputy spokesperson - Mr Steven Kintu
10. Treasurer - vacant
11. Deputy Treasurer - vacant
12. Secretary for women - vacant
13. Chief lobby Officer - Occupied
14. Events Organizer - Moses Onapa
15. Principal Solicitor - vacant
16. Immigration Executive - Hajji Twaha Mukiibi

Elder's Committee

17. Chairman Elders Committee - vacant
18. Vice Chairman - vacant
19. Officer in charge of culture/traditions/customs - vacant
20. Chairman Disciplinary Committee - vacant

Electoral Commission

21. Chairman - vacant
22. Deputy Chairman - vacant
23. Executive officers - vacant

How to join us

If you would like to join the UFC email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it stating why you would like to join the revolution.

Donating to the UFC

We already have alot of campaigns planned but we lack enough resources to see them through. Therefore we urge you to help and donate anything you can afford. We guarantee that your money will be well spent. We already have the right accountability measures in place to make sure this happens. Please send your donations to the account details below:

Account name: S Minka

Bank: Nationwide

Account no: 36697897

Sort code: 07-44-56

For more information about the UFC please contact

Mr Martin Nsubuga - 07904278899
Mr Steven Kintu - 07950745707
Mr Mustapha Ssemanda - 07846097708 ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )