Kyabazinga Meets Canadian National Chief
The main focus of the meeting held at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier in Ottawa was aimed at initiating a working relationship and partnership between the Native Chiefs of Canada and Busoga Kingdom.
In his ongoing engagements in Canada,Isebantu Kyabazinga of Busoga,His Majesty William Gabula Nadiope,IV has met and held bilateral talks with the National Chief of the Aboriginal People of Canada, Elmer St. Pierre.
The main focus of the meeting held at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier in Ottawa was aimed at initiating a working relationship and partnership between the Native Chiefs of Canada and Busoga Kingdom.
In his remarks,the Kyabazinga urged the Natives to work with the Kingdom in the areas of Health,Education,Agriculture, Industry and Technology.
"The Kingdom is open to all developmental initiatives aimed at uplifting the living standards of our people.We have a favorable environment that allows different projects to prosper therefore I implore you to prioritize doing some developmental ventures with us", the Kyabazinga notified his guests as he emphasized the need to consider the key areas as mentioned above revealing that they will have a multiplier effect in the short and long run.
On their part,National Chief of the Aboriginal People of Canada,Elmer St.Pierre revealed that establishing new networks for cooperation purposes is the way to go for people and institutions with similar intentions.
Estimated to be two million people,these Native Canadians showcased their culture before the King and his entourage that included Uganda's High Commissioner to Canada,H.E Jane Ruth Achieng, Hon.Mariam Naigaga (Namutumba WMP),Hon.John Teira(Bugabula North),Owek.Joan Machora(Minister of Foreign Affairs in Busoga Kingdom),Moses Isanga (Chairperson of Abasoga in Canada) among others.
The Natives,who are highly respected in Canada and are into charity work to support humanity, have since accepted to reciprocate the Kyabazinga's visit with one in Busoga in the near future as a way of strengthening ties between the two traditional adherents.
Source: Prof. Waswa Balunywa Facebook Page
