Hellen Adoa

“I believe my appointment is genuine and if there is fire in the Ministry, then the President has confidence in me and knows I have the capacity to deal with that fire. You should also know that the best person to deal with the Fishing Industry should be one who has grown in a fishing community like me.”

“I want to be categorical here. It is not true that the Lakes have been sold. These are God given resources that must benefit the host communities”

“Lastly, I want to encourage aquaculture where fish farmers should have fish ponds and practice cage fish farming for those that are close to water bodies.”

“I know the fishermen and in fact they are one of my biggest support blocks. In my campaigns in 2016, I spoke to fishermen in Serere and they told me recommended fishing gear cost Shs40,000 each. To me, these can be afforded by fishermen. At that time I bought for them life jackets, so as you can see I already have a good working relationship with Serere fishermen.”

“I have five things to embark on immediately I am sworn in by His Excellency the President of Uganda.”

“Well my interaction with the Committee went on very well; in fact I spent only 20 minutes with the Committee which was the least time spent on Appointees. I am optimistic that they will support my appointment.”