Mityana—Susan Namara, an outspoken leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP) youth wing in Mityana, delivered a stirring address on Radio Sapienza’s program Ebyobufuzi nga Webitambula. She passionately condemned the escalating police brutality targeting opposition supporters, while honoring the lives of activists lost in the struggle for justice and democracy.
Namara began by decrying the oppressive tactics employed by state security agencies, emphasizing the excessive force used against peaceful demonstrators. “The brutality we are facing as NUP supporters is unacceptable,” she stated. “We are not criminals. We are Ugandans demanding our constitutional rights to freedom of expression and assembly.”
Her speech paid tribute to Ritah Nabukenya and Frank Senteza, activists whose tragic deaths have become symbols of resistance. Nabukenya was killed in 2020 during a confrontation with police, and Senteza, an aide to NUP president Robert Kyagulanyi, died after being allegedly run over by a military truck. Namara described them as martyrs, saying, “Their deaths remind us of the heavy cost of freedom but also strengthen our resolve to fight for a better Uganda.
”Namara also highlighted the case of John Ddamulira, a businessman and NUP supporter who disappeared in November 2020. Arrested during a wave of crackdowns following protests against the detention of Robert Kyagulanyi, Ddamulira’s whereabouts remain unknown. His family has endured unrelenting anguish, seeking answers from authorities who have yet to account for his arrest. “The disappearance of John Ddamulira is a cruel example of how far the regime will go to instill fear in its opponents,” Namara said. “His family deserves justice, and we will continue to demand accountability.
”Despite the risks, Namara called on young Ugandans to remain united and steadfast in their fight for change. She urged peaceful resistance, emphasizing that no amount of intimidation would derail their pursuit of a free and democratic Uganda. “Come rain or sunshine, we will not stop,” she declared. “Our fight is just, and we owe it to the next generation to stand firm.
”Her speech, a blend of defiance and hope, has resonated widely, positioning Namara as a voice of resilience in the face of repression. As the struggle for democracy intensifies, she remains a beacon of inspiration for many Ugandans.
“History has shown us that no dictatorship, no matter how powerful, can withstand a determined and united people,” she concluded. “Uganda will be free.
”Namara’s message serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by activists and the enduring fight for human rights in Uganda. With each voice raised against oppression, the call for justice grows louder.
