Uganda\'s 61st Anniversary: A Poem of Resilience and Hope
Soman Ragavan said:

Uganda\'s 61st Anniversary: A Poem of Resilience and Hope
Christopher Kisekka Walugembe

This is a patriotic, heart-felt poem about Uganda. It also celebrates the country’s independence. History is recounted, including sufferings of the past. “Crimson rivers” speaks about bloodshed at various times of the country’s history. “tears flow like rivers” refers to the suffering of the people. In spite of the tormented history of the country, the people look to the future. The poem preaches forgiveness and points to a peaceful way forward. Mention of the phoenix suggests that the country should rise from the many setbacks.

Please see my poems on “Motherland” about Mauritius, as well as my poem “The Zambezi River Crocodile Squadron” on this site. I visited Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe in March 2007.
Best wishes to you, friend. Soman Ragavan. 10 October, 2023. //
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October 10th, 2023 00:06