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Plans by the Ugandan government to bailout distressed companies to the tune of more than $400 million have sparked a backlash. The figure is roughly the same as the country's health budget.

There has been lots of criticism from the public, including suggestions that it is a hand-out for those close to the government.

However, President Yoweri Museveni says it is important to support businesses which contribute to the economy.

麻豆社 Africa's Catherine Byaruhanga reports.

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