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Hon. Balaam Arrives in Fort Portal for National Cleaning Days Launch

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25 July 2026

Hon. Balaam Arrives in Fort Portal for National Cleaning Days Launch

Fort Portal City25 July 2026 The Minister of Local Government, Hon. Balaam Barugahara Ateenyi, has arrived at Mpanga Market in Fort Portal City ahead of the launch of the National Cleaning Days Initiative. The Fort Portal event forms part of the nationwide rollout of the Cabinet-approved National Cleaning Days Initiative, coordinated by the Office of […]

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Communities across Uganda join hands to mark National Cleaning Day

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25 July 2026

Communities across Uganda join hands to mark National Cleaning Day

Today, communities across Uganda joined hands to mark National Cleaning Day, demonstrating our shared commitment to cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable communities. The nationwide exercise highlights the importance of environmental sanitation, proper waste management, and collective responsibility in creating safe and dignified places to live and work. Together, let's keep our homes, workplaces, markets, and […]

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Government Officials Visit Nakapiripirit Ahead of Relief Food Distribution

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25 July 2026

Government Officials Visit Nakapiripirit Ahead of Relief Food Distribution

Nakapiripirit District – Senior Government officials visited Nakapiripirit District ahead of the distribution of life-saving food assistance to households affected by the prolonged dry spell across the Karamoja sub-region. The delegation comprised the Minister of State for Karamoja Affairs, Hon. Esther Anyakun, the Minister for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees, Hon. Sam Engola, and the […]

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Soroti District Strengthens Service Delivery, Sports Development and Road Infrastructure

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25 July 2026

Soroti District Strengthens Service Delivery, Sports Development and Road Infrastructure

Soroti District, 24 July 2026 – Soroti District Local Government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving public service delivery, nurturing sports talent among learners, and strengthening road infrastructure through a series of district activities conducted on 24 July 2026. District Officials Emphasise Accountability in Service Delivery Soroti District Local Government convened an engagement meeting with […]

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Bulambuli to Boost Climate-Smart Agriculture with New MAAIF Pickup

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23 July 2026

Bulambuli to Boost Climate-Smart Agriculture with New MAAIF Pickup

Bulambuli District has received a pickup truck from the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) to support the implementation of the Uganda Climate Smart Agricultural Transformation Project (UCSATP). The vehicle will strengthen the district's capacity to respond to climate-related emergencies such as landslides, floods, and droughts. The district is among the 69 beneficiary […]

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Nansana Municipality Councilors Undergo Induction to Strengthen Leadership and Service Delivery

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22 July 2026

Nansana Municipality Councilors Undergo Induction to Strengthen Leadership and Service Delivery

Nansana Municipality has commenced the induction of its newly elected councilors under the Institutional Capacity Strengthening Grant, with support from the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Integrated Urban Development Program (GKMA-UDP). The induction is aimed at equipping the new leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively execute their responsibilities and improve service delivery to […]

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Local Government Inspectors Apply Budget Analysis Skills in Practical Group Sessions

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22 July 2026

Local Government Inspectors Apply Budget Analysis Skills in Practical Group Sessions

Kampala, 22 July 2026 – Local Government inspectors participating in the Ministry of Local Government's three-day training on Human Capital Development Budget Analysis have commenced practical group discussions aimed at strengthening their ability to assess whether district budgets effectively support socio-economic transformation and the realization of Uganda's demographic dividend. The training, organized by the Ministry […]

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MoFPED Calls for Evidence-Based District Budget Analysis to Improve Service Delivery

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22 July 2026

MoFPED Calls for Evidence-Based District Budget Analysis to Improve Service Delivery

Kampala, July 2026 – The Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MoFPED) has urged Local Government inspectors to strengthen evidence-based budget analysis to ensure district plans, procurement processes, and expenditures translate into tangible service delivery outcomes. Speaking on the second day of the Ministry of Local Government’s ongoing three-day training on Human Capital Development […]

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Government Launches Construction of Community Access Roads to Boost Agricultural Transformation in Teso

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22 July 2026

Government Launches Construction of Community Access Roads to Boost Agricultural Transformation in Teso

Serere District, 21 July 2026 – The Government of Uganda has officially launched the construction of more than 41 kilometres of Community Access Roads under the Rural Development and Food Security (RUDSEC) Project, reaffirming its commitment to improving rural infrastructure and accelerating socio-economic transformation in Northern Uganda. Speaking during the launch in Serere District, the […]

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NPA Urges Local Government Inspectors to Strengthen Human Capital Investments Through Effective Budget Analysis

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21 July 2026

NPA Urges Local Government Inspectors to Strengthen Human Capital Investments Through Effective Budget Analysis

Kampala, July 2026 – The National Planning Authority (NPA) has called on Local Government inspectors to strengthen budget oversight to ensure investments in Human Capital Development (HCD) translate into improved service delivery and sustainable national development. Delivering a presentation during the Ministry of Local Government's three-day training on Human Capital Development Budget Analysis, Ms. Arinaitwe […]

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Ministry Highlights Objectives of Human Capital Development Budget Analysis Training

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21 July 2026

Ministry Highlights Objectives of Human Capital Development Budget Analysis Training

Kampala, July 2026 – The Ministry of Local Government has outlined the key objectives of the ongoing three-day training workshop on Human Capital Development (HCD) Budget Analysis for Local Governments, aimed at strengthening budget oversight and improving service delivery across the country. Presenting the session on the workshop objectives, Mr. Naturinda Junior, Senior Inspector in […]

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RDC Kapchorwa district Warns health workers during the handing over of motorcycles

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21 July 2026

RDC Kapchorwa district Warns health workers during the handing over of motorcycles

KAPCHORWA The Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Kapchorwa District, Mr. Bayole Stanley, has warned health workers against misusing government property following the handover of four new Yamaha motorcycles donated by GAVI and the Ministry of Health to boost immunization outreach. The latest delivery brings GAVI's total support to Kapchorwa to one double-cabin vehicle, 12 motorcycles, […]

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Ministry Equips Inspectors with Budget Analysis Skills to Strengthen Human Capital Development in Local Governments

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21 July 2026

Ministry Equips Inspectors with Budget Analysis Skills to Strengthen Human Capital Development in Local Governments

Kampala, July 2026 – The Ministry of Local Government has commenced a three-day training for inspectors on Budget Analysis in Human Capital Development (HCD) to strengthen oversight, accountability, and evidence-based planning in local governments. The training, organized by the Ministry with financial and technical support from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), brings together inspectors […]

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Technical Support for Performance Improvement Underway in Kiboga and Kyankwanzi District Local Governments

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20 July 2026

Technical Support for Performance Improvement Underway in Kiboga and Kyankwanzi District Local Governments

Technical support activities are currently underway in Kiboga District Local Government (DLG) and Kyankwanzi District Local Government (DLG), where the Ministry of Local Government (MoLG) is supporting the implementation of Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) for Local Governments. The support is being provided in line with Section 105 of the Local Governments Act, Cap. 138, which […]

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Handover and takeover of office of CAO at Oyam DLG

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20 July 2026

Handover and takeover of office of CAO at Oyam DLG

Mr Kitutu Frederick Herbert handed over to Mr Alex Felix Majeme.

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Mukono DLG Ready for Minister's Visit Following Strengthened Procurement and Contract Management Performance

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20 July 2026

Mukono DLG Ready for Minister's Visit Following Strengthened Procurement and Contract Management Performance

Mukono District Local Government (DLG), with technical support from the Ministry of Local Government (MoLG), has made significant progress in implementing its Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) under the thematic area of Procurement and Contract Management. The intervention has focused on strengthening compliance with public procurement laws and regulations, enhancing accountability and transparency in the management […]

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SIRONKO DISTRICT HELD INTEGRITY FORUM TO STRENGTHEN CORRUPTION FIGHT.

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20 July 2026

SIRONKO DISTRICT HELD INTEGRITY FORUM TO STRENGTHEN CORRUPTION FIGHT.

In uganda ” INTEGRITY FORUM ” are crucial local and national platform dedicated to fight corruption improving transparency and boosting accountability in public service and revenue collection. Several key bodies regularly host or participate in these meeting. The District leaders and key stakeholders held a meeting of integrity forum aimed at strengthening transparency, tackling corruption […]

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Hajji Nsubuga Isa officially hands over office of the Chief Administrative Officer

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20 July 2026

Hajji Nsubuga Isa officially hands over office of the Chief Administrative Officer

CAO Hajji Nsubuga Isa Hood has this afternoon officially handed over office of the Chief Administrative Officer Bunyangabu DLG to CAO Wamburu David Wasike in a colourful ceremony held in Bunyangabu District Council Hall and witnessed by Political leaders and technical staff.

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KANUNGU LEADERS ENGAGE MPS AND MINISTERS ON SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENDA

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20 July 2026

KANUNGU LEADERS ENGAGE MPS AND MINISTERS ON SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENDA

A delegation from Kanungu District led by District Chairperson Hon. Byamukama Francis Kapesha held a series of meetings in Kampala from July 15 to July 17, 2026. The delegation, comprising political, security, and technical leaders, engaged Members of Parliament and Ministers to fast-track socio-economic development and secure key social services for the district. The unified […]

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Hon. Balaam and Hon. Nameere Inspect Gravity Water Project in Mbale District

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19 July 2026

Hon. Balaam and Hon. Nameere Inspect Gravity Water Project in Mbale District

Mbale District — Hon. Balaam and Hon. Nameere have inspected the gravity water project in Bubyangu Sub-county, Mbale District, following concerns over persistent water shortages affecting local communities. During the inspection, the leaders assessed the progress and quality of the project, which was intended to improve access to clean and safe water in the area. […]

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