S. Andrew Musoke

🚨 From Selling Samosas to Owning Five Aircraft: Mike Mukula Shares His Remarkable Business Journey Ugandan politician and businessman Captain Mike Mukula has shared his remarkable journey from selling samosas in Soroti to owning five aircraft before joining Parliament in 1996, using his experience to inspire young people to embrace entrepreneurship. Speaking at a 2026 business masterclass, Mukula reflected on his humble beginnings and the business ventures that shaped his career before he ventured into politics. “I entered Parliament in 1996 owning five airplanes, having once been a kid selling samosas in Soroti City. I returned to the same place as its Member of Parliament. When others were fighting over car logbooks, I was possessing plane logbooks,” Mukula said. A professional pilot, Mukula reportedly flew for President Yoweri Museveni and ventured into aviation, including leasing Cessna aircraft as part of his business activities. His journey from selling samosas to building an aviation business and eventually becoming the Member of Parliament for Soroti Municipality highlights the entrepreneurial experience he says helped shape his career. During the masterclass, Mukula also emphasised the importance of entrepreneurship, particularly among young people who may be focused on securing government jobs rather than exploring business opportunities. He also spoke about the future he envisions for his children, stressing the value of developing an entrepreneurial mindset instead of relying solely on traditional employment. Mukula’s story highlights his message that entrepreneurship can open doors to financial independence, business growth and leadership beyond conventional career paths. #Privatesector #Bussiness # entrepreneurship