Rubirizi, Uganda – The Uganda Local Government Association (ULGA) held a meeting in Rubirizi District on Sunday, March 30, 2025, to discuss strategies for enhancing local economic development and implementing national programs and policies.
ULGA, an advocacy association, aims to address challenges faced by local governments and find solutions. The association unites LC5 Chairpersons, Chief Administrative Officers, District Speakers, LC3 Chairpersons, Sub-county Chiefs, and Town Clerks. Its patron is H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni.
Mr. Kyikanshemeza Bruno, Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Rubirizi, thanked the large turnout and commended ULGA’s work in monitoring government programs and revenue collection, among other crucial tasks. Representatives from at least 35 districts attended the meeting.
Mr. Deo Atuhaire, Chairperson of ULGA Western Uganda, reported that the meeting resolved several key issues. These included a request for the government to procure vehicles for LC5 Chairpersons and Mayors during the current financial year and to increase salaries for staff in health and education facilities.
The meeting also called for training for local leaders, including LC3 Chairpersons and Sub-county leaders, at Kyankwanzi to enhance leadership skills.
Minister for Local Government Hon. Raphael Magezi, representing President Museveni, reaffirmed the government’s stance against creating new administrative units at the village, parish, sub-county, and district levels. He praised the unity among local leaders, highlighting its contribution to effective service delivery.
Magezi also announced the government’s plan to increase salaries for LC1, LC3, and LC5 Chairpersons to boost their work and combat poverty.
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