The IMLI training introduced me to a whole new world and opportunities I never thought imaginable. I am able to have a positive impact in my work for my country. Since my return from my studies at IMLI, I have succeeded in raising awareness about the need for regulation, emphasis on safety, security and protection of the marine environment in the maritime sector. This has been necessary for Uganda which as a landlocked country places emphasis on other modes of transport as opposed to maritime. Great strides have been made as we started with setting up institutional framework. Our cabinet approved the set-up of a Maritime Administration which is up and running. We have also embarked on review of our obsolete and old laws and regulations in the sub sector, such as Merchant Shipping laws and regulations, accession to various IMO instruments and setting up a Maritime training institute. My IMLI training and experience have been very instrumental in my work and I have been able to contribute positively to the work highlighted above.