Henry and Joshua working in office

The Engine of Change

Where visionary leadership meets operational excellence.

Henry Byamukama and Joshua Samuel

Henry Byamukama

Campaign Vision

The Byamukama 2026 campaign is driven by a vision of a Uganda that is modern, self-sufficient, and united. Our mission is to empower every Ugandan through transparent leadership, innovative solutions, and a relentless focus on real-world results.

A New Era of Progress

  • Education: Every child in school, every talent nurtured.
  • Poverty Alleviation: No family left behind.
  • Economic Growth: Jobs, innovation, and opportunity for all.
  • Youth Empowerment: Skills, mentorship, and a future at home.
  • Financial Inclusion: Banking, credit, and insurance for every Ugandan.
  • Infrastructure: Roads, power, and water to connect the nation.
Joshua Samuel
"Technology is not just a tool—it's the bridge to Uganda's future."
— Joshua Samuel, Campaign Manager & Tech Strategist

Technical Leadership

At the heart of the Byamukama campaign's digital transformation is Joshua Samuel—a U.S.-based tech entrepreneur and the campaign's strategic partner for technology and innovation.

FounderCoins for College (USA)
Co-founderRewards for Education (Uganda)
Global ConnectorBridging Uganda & international tech
Ethical InnovatorChampioning transparency & scale

Joshua's expertise fuses technology with social impact, serving as a vital connector between Uganda and global stakeholders. His leadership ensures the campaign's vision is translated into real, scalable solutions for Uganda's future.

Rewards for Education (RFE)

A groundbreaking platform to securely host academic records and incentivize student achievement across Uganda.

RFE App Screen 1
RFE App Screen 2
RFE App Screen 3

Key Features

  • Incentive-Based Student Engagement: Students earn points for attendance and performance
  • Digital Academic Records (DocuLocker): Blockchain-secured transcripts and certificates
  • School & Administration Dashboard: Real-time monitoring of attendance and progress
  • Community and Sponsor Integration: Involving parents, businesses, and international sponsors

Real-World Impact

  • Directly addresses 42.8% dropout rate before P7 (primary leaving)
  • Supporting the goal of 15%+ education budget allocation
  • Government pilot launched with SIAS & Ministry of ICT
  • Simplifies access to transcripts nationwide
  • Fosters a culture of merit and achievement in academics

RFE is a national educational infrastructure project. Its emphasis on security, transparency, and inclusivity directly supports Byamukama's policy goals—creating an accountable education system that leaves no region or community behind.

Community & Sponsor Ecosystem

The RFE platform creates a comprehensive ecosystem that involves all stakeholders in education, from students and parents to schools, businesses, and international partners.

Parents & Social Workers

Parents & Social Workers

Monitor attendance, support learning, and receive notifications about their child's progress.

Local Businesses & NGOs

Local Businesses & NGOs

Sponsor rewards and invest in Uganda's youth with full transparency on how contributions are used.

Schools & Educators

Schools & Educators

Track attendance trends and academic performance, allowing early intervention for at-risk students.

Synergy of Vision & Technology

The collaboration between Henry Byamukama's visionary leadership and Joshua Samuel's technological acumen is yielding a powerful synergy. Byamukama's reform agenda sets the direction, while Joshua's RFE platform provides the means to reach those targets.

A Blueprint for Change

  • Education Policy Meets EdTech
  • Administrative Streamlining and Transparency
  • Youth Empowerment and Digital Skills
  • Financial Inclusion and Incentives
"Ready-to-go reform—real solutions, not just promises."
Joshua and Henry

Transparency & Accountability

Transparency Dashboard

Transparency, trust, and technological innovation are hallmarks of Henry Byamukama's campaign. By openly showcasing the RFE platform, the campaign is effectively "open-sourcing" its approach to reform – inviting scrutiny, feedback, and collaboration.

Building Trust

  • Open dashboards for real-time monitoring
  • Public reporting on progress and impact
  • Secure, ethical data management
  • Technology used to guarantee honesty and improve efficiency
  • Blockchain verification ensuring record authenticity

Join the Campaign

As Uganda stands at the crossroads of 2026, the Byamukama campaign offers a roadmap to a future where transparency, trust, and technology empower the nation's greatest asset – its people – to reach new heights.