Dr. Paula White, American Pastor and Advisor to U.S. President Donald Trump, arrived in Uganda on Wednesday for the “Command the Future” conference at Miracle Centre Cathedral, Rubaga.
She was warmly welcomed at Entebbe International Airport by Pastor Robert Kayanja, Pastor Jessica Kayanja, Lady Justice Catherine Bamugemereire, and former CIID boss Grace Akullo.
The high-profile welcome reflected the significance of her visit, which has already stirred excitement among believers across Uganda.
Speaking to the media, Pastor Kayanja thanked Uganda’s leadership for welcoming the American preacher.
“Pastor Dr. Paula White, we are so grateful to have you here in Uganda Even the President and First Lady were thrilled about your coming. His Excellency called me as early as six in the morning to share his excitement,” said Pastor Kayanja
He added that her visit marks a divine moment for both the church and the nation. “We believe this week will make a big difference, both in government and church, as we witness a partnership that will impact the Great Lakes region,’ he added
Dr. White, visibly humbled by the reception, thanked her hosts and described her arrival as “supernatural timing.”
“I’m grateful to Pastor Robert, his beautiful wife Jessica, and the people of Uganda. I ‘ve been coming to Africa since the mid-’80s, and I truly believe this visit is historic. After Ghana, Gabon, Rwanda, and the DRC, I know God is up to something great here in Uganda,” she said
With over 40 years in ministry, Dr. White said she came in her personal capacity, expecting “a move of God” and “a time of transformation” for Uganda.
“The people of Uganda are deeply spiritual.The revivals of the past are turning into a reformation now. Uganda’s divine purpose will come to pass,” she added
Dr Paulo also reflected on her ministry journey and her faith-led partnership with former U.S. President Donald Trump.
“When President Trump asked, ‘What is God saying?’ we gathered to pray, and that prayer movement became the foundation for national transformation. It was never about politics, it was a move of God,” she said
Under the Trump administration, Dr. White led the establishment of the White House Faith Office, which promoted faith-based leadership at the highest level of governance.
Turning to Uganda’s youth, Dr. White urged them to pursue their dreams with courage and faith. Quoting from her books Dare to Dream, Deal With It, and Move On, Move Up, she said; ” A vision is a mental picture of your future that’s strong enough to command your present. Don’t let circumstances define you, let your faith shape your future.”
Addressing women, she shared her own story of resilience, from childhood poverty and trauma to global ministry success. “I was born into poverty, faced abuse, and lost my father at five but when I met Christ, everything changed. You can’t control what others say about you, focus on building, not defending. With faith, education, and good counsel, your life can transform completely,” Dr. Paula said.
Her uplifting words set the tone for a week expected to draw thousands to Miracle Centre Cathedral, a gathering uniting the church, government, and innovators under one spiritual vision.
The five-day event which commenced on Wednesday and will run upto Sunday November 16th, is hosted by Pastor Robert and Jessica Kayanja of Rubaga Miracle Center. It aims to equip attendees with skills and techniques to improve their lives and communities, covering topics like wealth creation, artificial intelligence, and character formation.
Other notable speakers include Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, Major General Daniel York, Dr. Thomas K. Matthew from Oral Roberts University, JD Shuttlesworth, Drs. Paul and Becky Enenche, Pastor Patience M. Rwabogo, and Apostle Michael Oropko,
The event is free, but a fee of $100 will be charged for a special Saturday session for corporate and business owners, with proceeds supporting the needy in Karamoja