WHAT IS THE FEDERAL SYSTEM OF GOVERNANCE?
Perhaps the easiest way to understand and to explain the Federal system of governance is to set out the most commonly asked questions and misconceptions about the System. Responding to these questions and concerns will effectively clarify why the people of Buganda and the people of Uganda generally desire a federal system of Government. It is important to answer these questions by referring to our history and experience with the Federal System of government in order to ensure that we learn from our past mistakes. 1. What is the Federal System of Government? In the most basic sense, “Federalism” is a national system of governance in a country with one Central Government for the entire country and several regional governments. 2. What does the Central Government do under this type of arrangement? The Central Government has control over national matters like defence, citizenship, foreign relations, telecommunication, electricity, inter-region highways, dams, rail networks, airports, natio
