Celebrations to mark 62 years of Uganda\u2019s independence kicked off on Wednesday at Busikho Primary Teachers\u2019 College grounds in Masafu Town Council, Busia District.<\/p>\n
The independence celebrations are being marked under the theme; \u201c\u201cA recommitment to secure and fortify our destiny\u201d.<\/p>\n
Some of the notable guests for this year\u2019s event include the president of the Central African Republic, Faustin- Archange Touadera and a special delegation from the United Arab Emirates led by their minister of state for Foreign Affairs, among others.<\/p>\n
According to the presidency, President Museveni is expected to give out 40 national award medals to distinguished Ugandans.<\/p>\n
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