Over 7,000 Volunteer Fighters to Receive Long-Awaited Benefits After Legal Reforms
DODOMA: MORE than 7,000 volunteer fighters who helped defeat former Ugandan ruler Idi Amin in 1979 will begin receiving benefits in the 2026/27 financial year following the completion of legal reforms and a nationwide verification exercise. Prime Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba announced the development yesterday while responding to questions during the Prime Minister’s Questions session in the National Assembly, saying all obstacles that had delayed recognition and compensation
More than 7,000 volunteer fighters who participated in the 1979 war against Idi Amin will begin receiving benefits in the 2026/27 financial year, following the completion of legal reforms and a nationwide verification exercise. Prime Minister Dr. Mwigulu Nchemba announced that all obstacles delaying recognition and compensation for these veterans have been resolved. Previous legislation did not recognize some categories of fighters, but amendments and a Government Notice issued last year have formally acknowledged the volunteer fighters. A verification exercise identified approximately 7,200 eligible veterans. President Samia Suluhu Hassan directed authorities to expedite the process, ensuring these heroes receive due recognition for their contribution to national security.
The provision of benefits to volunteer fighters marks a significant step in recognizing their historical contribution and rectifying past oversights in veteran compensation.
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