Mengo, Kampala– The Registrar of the High Court of Uganda, Her Worship (HW) Prossy Katushabe, has called on African youth to embrace justice, integrity, ethical leadership and education as the foundation for building peaceful, prosperous and inclusive societies across the continent.
Her Worship Katushabe made the remarks while officiating as Chief Guest during celebrations marking the 51st Anniversary of the Independence of the Union of the Comoros, held at Muteesa I Royal University in Kampala on 6th July 2026.
The event brought together members of the diplomatic corps, government officials, university leadership, representatives of the Comorian community, African students’ associations, alumni and other invited guests.
Congratulating the people of Comoros on attaining 51 years of independence, the Registrar described the anniversary as more than a celebration of political freedom, saying it also symbolises the resilience, unity and determination that have enabled the island nation to continue building its future since gaining independence in 1975.
She noted that although Uganda and Comoros are separated by geography, the two countries are united by shared African aspirations of dignity, self-determination and inclusive development. She observed that events such as the independence celebrations, strengthen friendships among African nations and create opportunities for collaboration through education, culture and people-to-people exchanges.
Highlighting the role of education in nation-building, HW Katushabe said universities do more than confer academic qualifications, they nurture integrity, excellence, leadership and responsible citizenship. She encouraged students to use the knowledge and values acquired during their studies to contribute positively to their countries and the African continent.
Drawing from her experience in the Judiciary, she emphasised that respect for the rule of law, fairness and accountability are indispensable to national stability and sustainable development.
She noted that societies where justice is accessible, impartial and timely are better positioned to attract investment, foster innovation and protect vulnerable citizens. She further underscored the growing importance of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in promoting peaceful coexistence and strengthening public confidence in justice institutions.
Addressing the students directly, HW Katushabe challenged them to become ethical leaders who uphold accountability, embrace diversity and promote peaceful dialogue.
“Your generation carries the responsibility to complete the journey that independence began. You must ensure that freedom translates into opportunity, that governance is rooted in accountability, and that diversity is managed with respect rather than division,” she said.
She also called upon the diplomatic community, universities and development partners to continue supporting scholarships, student exchanges and collaborative programmes that empower young Africans to address the continent’s shared challenges.
Earlier, the President of the Comorian Students’ Association in Uganda, Moustahabou Mohamed, welcomed guests and described the anniversary as an opportunity to celebrate the history, resilience and identity of the Comorian people while reaffirming the enduring friendship between the Union of the Comoros and the Republic of Uganda.
The gathering also received a goodwill message from the Honorary Consul of the Union of the Comoros in Uganda, His Excellency Prof Alex Bashasha, who congratulated the Comorian community on the milestone and commended Comorian students for their discipline, exemplary conduct and commitment to academic excellence.
He encouraged them to continue serving as ambassadors of their country through integrity, mutual respect and service to humanity while reaffirming his commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation between Comoros and Uganda
