Museveni bids farewell to outgoing German envoy Schauer
Museveni thanked the Ambassador for his service and wished him success in his future engagements, noting the strong diplomatic relations between Uganda and Germany.Schauer, who assumed office on July 25, 2020, has served in Uganda for nearly six years.
In his remarks, Schauer congratulated President Museveni on his re-election and expressed optimism about Uganda’s future.
KAMPALA - President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has bid farewell to the outgoing German Ambassador to Uganda, Matthias Schauer, who was accompanied by his wife, Katharina Schauer, at State House, Entebbe.
Museveni thanked the Ambassador for his service and wished him success in his future engagements, noting the strong diplomatic relations between Uganda and Germany.
Schauer, who assumed office on July 25, 2020, has served in Uganda for nearly six years.
During the meeting on Tuesday (June 2), the President addressed concerns raised by the Ambassador on sovereignty law, emphasising the importance of countries managing their internal affairs without external interference.
“There are foreigners trying to interfere in our politics. It has been going on for a long time, and some of the suffering was because of that, for example, the coup by Iddi Amin was supported and encouraged by the British and the Israelis.”
He added that similar interference has affected other countries, including the Democratic Republic of Congo.
“There was always a need for this law; it’s not hypothetical, but we felt it should be out now. Leave us alone, let us make our own mistakes, and we shall learn from our own mistakes.”
In his remarks, Schauer congratulated President Museveni on his re-election and expressed optimism about Uganda’s future.
“I congratulate you on your re-election as the President. We are hopeful that many things will move faster than in the past. The biggest asset that this country has is its people. It’s striking how welcoming this country is; the Ugandan spirit has rubbed off on the Bazungu,” he said.
He also shared his experience as a blood donor during a visit to Nakasero Hospital, commending Uganda’s health practices.
“One personal experience is that I am a blood donor. Last week I made my blood donation at Nakasero Hospital, and I think Germany can learn from Uganda on this. That’s something that will remain with me.”
The Ambassador further praised Uganda’s preparedness in handling Ebola outbreaks and noted his retirement plans after concluding his diplomatic service.
“I am 66 years old, I am retiring after here.”
Katharina Schauer also expressed gratitude for the hospitality received in Uganda.
“We keep Uganda in our hearts, and we shall continue praying for you.”