National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has been re-elected as the representative for the Africa Bloc on the Representative Committee at the Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC).
During his second-term election, Speaker Wetangula emphasized that his re-election is a testament to the trust placed in his leadership by fellow Commonwealth speakers.
“I am deeply honored to have been re-elected as the Africa bloc representative in the Standing Committee of the CSPOC.
“This second term marks my unwavering commitment to the development of our continent, a commitment solidified during the Africa Region Geo-Political meeting at the sidelines of the 27th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) in Kampala, Uganda,” Wetangula noted in a statement posted on his X account.
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At the same time, he pledged to dedicate his time to addressing challenges faced by the people, including climate change effects, legislation affecting Africa, and pursuit of unity in the region.
Wetangula also highlighted the crucial role legislators play in prioritizing climate change as an emergency, ensuring the safeguarding of natural resources for a balanced ecosystem.
The conference also addressed diverse issues like inclusive Parliaments, security for Members of Parliaments, health and well-being of legislators, gender, and youth governance.
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While officially opening the conference, Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni emphasized the formulation of positive legislations focused on developing the continent.
CSPOC conference that was created in 1969, serves as a platform for Speakers and Presiding Officers of Commonwealth Parliaments to share experiences and collaborate.
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The next CSPOC conference will be hosted by the parliament of India in 2026.
