Kampala, Uganda — April 2026 President Yoweri Museveni has urged religious leaders to take an active role in transforming livelihoods by championing household-level wealth creation as a driver of national development. Speaking through State Minister for Economic Monitoring, Beatrice Akello Akori, at the grand opening of the 7,000-seat Life Restoration Ministries auditorium, the President emphasized that churches should guide believers not only in spiritual growth but also in economic empowerment. > “Believers should seek spiritual nourishment, but they must also engage in income-generating activities to sustain their households,” Akori said. —Government–Church PartnershipAkori noted that government and faith-based institutions are key partners in Uganda’s socio-economic transformation. She highlighted the role of churches in uplifting communities, promoting household income initiatives, and fostering unity, peace, and security. President Museveni also contributed towards the ministry, underscoring his support for faith-driven development. Akori reminded attendees of Uganda’s progress over the past 40 years: > “Forty years ago, this was a jungle. Today, we are a better country, a better nation, and better people.” —Pastor Kato’s VisionPastor Kenneth Kato, host of the ceremony, expressed gratitude to the President for supporting freedom of worship and the growth of Christianity in Uganda. He pledged to expand the ministry’s impact through community development projects, including: – Establishing a hospital – Launching a School of Ministry – Building a 20-seater cathedral > “Freedom of worship has greatly enabled the growth of the church. We plan to carry an even greater vision, combining spiritual nourishment with practical service delivery,” Pastor Kato said. —Dignitaries in AttendanceThe event was graced by several prominent religious leaders and dignitaries, including: – Pastor Jessica Kayanja – Pastor Oliver Kato – Pastor Isaac Kwesi – Irene Faith Nantongo – Dan [surname not provided] Their presence underscored the unity of Uganda’s faith community in supporting both spiritual and socio-economic transformation. —ConclusionPresident Museveni’s message highlights a renewed push for faith-driven economic empowerment, positioning churches as catalysts for household wealth creation and national progress. With government backing and visionary leadership from pastors like Kenneth Kato, Uganda’s faith institutions are set to play an even greater role in shaping the country’s future.