International evangelist, author, and spiritual advisor to U.S. President Donald Trump, Dr. Paula White-Cain, arrived in Uganda on Wednesday afternoon aboard a private jet ahead of the highly anticipated “Command the Future” conference at Miracle Centre Cathedral, Rubaga.
The five-day event, running from November 12 to 16, is hosted by Pastor Robert and Jessica Kayanja and will attract faith leaders, innovators, and visionaries from more than 30 nations under the theme “Shaping the Next Generation Through Divine Wisdom, Leadership, and Innovation.”
At Entebbe International Airport, Dr. White was warmly received by Pastor Robert Kayanja, Pastor Jessica Kayanja, Lady Justice Catherine Bamugemereire, and Grace Akullo, former CIID boss.
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,” he said.
“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.”
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.”
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,” she said.
“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.”
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,” she added.
“The revivals of the past are turning into a reformation now. Uganda’s divine purpose will come to pass.”
She 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,” she said.
“It was never about politics, it was a move of God.”
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,” she said.
“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.”
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.
Dr Paula White is expected to preach and teach at Miracle Centre Cathedral on Wednesday November 12 evening, Thursday through to Friday’s overnight at the same venue.