Minister Dr. Anthony Wamala delivers his message while holding the newly launched book Eddoboozi ly’Omutaka Maweesano
The Minister of Culture and Heritage, Oweek. Dr. Anthony Wamala, has urged clan leaders to work diligently to develop cultural landmarks and strengthen heritage sites to attract and inspire younger generations.
He delivered this message while touring various clan heritage sites in Buddu, including the Ng’aali clan’s site in Buzooba Buwunga, the Engabi Ennyunga clan site in Bwende Kyesiiga, and the Ente clan site in Mulema Kyesiiga on Thursday.
Oweek. Wamala reminded them of key priorities within the Ministry of Culture, including strengthening clan governance structures, which in turn uphold the throne (Nnamulondo), mobilizing and inspiring clan members to embrace their heritage, protecting ancestral land, and initiating income-generating projects to promote self-sustainability.
The minister also visited Kabaana in the Kasana hills, a significant historical site where the Ng’aali clan leader, Omutaka Maweesano, was enthroned.
Dr. Wamala continued his tour with a visit to the Namungoona clan site in Kasaka, Buddu.
On the second day of the tour, Minister Wamala, accompanied by Omutaka Augustine Kizito Mutumba, continued visiting clan heritage sites in Buddu, including those of the Ng’aali and Namungoona clans.
A major focus of the tour has been encouraging clan members to take pride in their heritage. Minister Wamala emphasized the need for clan leaders to restore clan sites, develop heritage land, create initiatives that benefit clan members, and establish communication networks to keep members informed and engaged.
Omutaka Augustine Kizito Mutumba, Minister Owek. Dr. Anthony Wamala, and Ng’aali clan leaders in a group photo
The tour of clan heritage sites in Buddu is expected to conclude tomorrow.
During his visit, the minister also observed the tree planted by His Majesty the Kabaka in 2019 during his visit to the same sites, where he officially inaugurated Kiggwa ky’Abazzukulu ba Kajjabuwongwa.
Dr. Wamala expressed his gratitude to the leaders of the visited clans for their efforts in constructing clan sites, cultural event spaces, and other development initiatives.
He challenged clan leaders to embrace innovation by initiating an education fund to support young clan members in their studies, enabling them to acquire knowledge and skills that will help them develop their clans.
The Chairperson of the Council of Senior Clan Leaders, Omutaka Namwama Augustine Kizito Mutumba, commended Oweek. Wamala for strengthening ties between the Kingdom and clans through his visits and for inspiring hope in the continued growth and modernization of clans.
Omutaka Namwama also encouraged clan members to preserve their cultural heritage, emphasizing that the Kingdom of Buganda consists of 56 clans, much like the 12 tribes of Israel.
He further urged the Kingdom to seek experts from various clans to document and preserve valuable clan histories for future generations.
As part of the event, a book titled "Eddoboozi ly’Omutaka Maweesano" was launched, detailing the origins and history of the Ng’aali clan.
Finally, Katikkiro Richard Musajja Akaawa requested the minister’s support in presenting clan needs to the Kingdom’s Finance Council, as many clans face significant financial challenges.