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Minister Balaam to Lead Anti-Corruption Rally in Magale Town Council

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16 July 2026

Minister Balaam to Lead Anti-Corruption Rally in Magale Town Council

The Minister of Local Government, Hon. Balaam, together with other government leaders, is expected to hold an anti-corruption rally today at 4:00 PM at the Magale Town Council Playground. The rally is intended to provide residents with an opportunity to engage directly with government officials by raising concerns and sharing challenges affecting their communities. According […]

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Pader District Ready to Receive Hon. Justine Nameere

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16 July 2026

Pader District Ready to Receive Hon. Justine Nameere

The community in the Acholi Sub-region is ready to receive the Minister of State for Local Government, Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga, who will, in a few hours, officially launch the construction of community access roads under the RUDSEC Project.

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Busiu Health Centre IV Faces Pressure from Rising Patient Numbers, Says Local Government Minister

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16 July 2026

Busiu Health Centre IV Faces Pressure from Rising Patient Numbers, Says Local Government Minister

MBALE: In a late-night operation conducted on Wednesday night, the Minister of Local Government, Hon. Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi, carried out an unannounced inspection of Busiu Health Centre IV in Mbale District. The operation was conducted alongside the Regional Internal Security Officer (RISO), officers from the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), and the State House Anti-Corruption Unit […]

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UGANDA COMMEMORATES AFRICAN ANTI-CORRUPTION DAY 2026

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15 July 2026

UGANDA COMMEMORATES AFRICAN ANTI-CORRUPTION DAY 2026

“When a citizen walks into a government office tomorrow morning, what experience will they have? Will they find a public service that listens, responds and delivers? Or will they encounter delays, indifference and systems that make the government seem distant from their daily struggles?” These thought-provoking questions were asked by the Inspector General of Government, […]

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PS Kumumanya Urges Entebbe Councilors to Prioritize Service Delivery, End Infighting

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15 July 2026

PS Kumumanya Urges Entebbe Councilors to Prioritize Service Delivery, End Infighting

The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Local Government, Ben Kumumanya, has urged newly elected councilors of Entebbe Municipality to avoid unnecessary conflicts during council meetings and instead concentrate on delivering quality services to residents through effective oversight of government programs. Kumumanya said persistent disagreements and political bickering within councils undermine service delivery and hinder […]

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Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga to Launch Construction of Community Access Roads Under the RUDSEC Project

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15 July 2026

Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga to Launch Construction of Community Access Roads Under the RUDSEC Project

The State Minister of Local Government Justine Nameere Nsubuga, will tomorrow, 16th July 2026, officially launch the construction of Community Access Roads under the Rural Development and Food Security (RUDSEC) Project during a ceremony to be held in Pader District. The launch will mark the commencement of construction works on four community access roads across […]

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VIDEO: Leaders in Namisindwa District commissioned the distribution of piglets

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15 July 2026

VIDEO: Leaders in Namisindwa District commissioned the distribution of piglets

VIDEO: Leaders in Namisindwa District have commissioned the distribution of piglets and onion seedlings to selected beneficiaries from the district’s 29 lower administrative units, in a move aimed at boosting household incomes and improving livelihoods.

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Kabarole District Local Government Hosts Ministry of Local Government Technical Support Team

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15 July 2026

Kabarole District Local Government Hosts Ministry of Local Government Technical Support Team

Kabarole District Local Government hosted a technical support mission from the Ministry of Local Government (MoLG), led by the Assistant Commissioner for Performance Improvement and Capacity Development (PICD), Mr. Johnson Musinguzi. The team is providing technical support to the district on the development and implementation of Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) for Local Governments in accordance […]

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The Ministry of Local Government has held its Finance Committee meeting to agree on the expenditures of quarter one FY 26/27 and work plans.

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14 July 2026

The Ministry of Local Government has held its Finance Committee meeting to agree on the expenditures of quarter one FY 26/27 and work plans.

The meeting was chaired by the Principal Assistant Secretary, Benson Nuwagaba.

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MoLG, World Bank have Confirmed Readiness for UCMID Implementation

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14 July 2026

MoLG, World Bank have Confirmed Readiness for UCMID Implementation

The Ministry of Local Government today hosted the World Bank Implementation Readiness Mission to review final preparations for the rollout of the Uganda Cities and Municipalities Infrastructure Development (UCMID) Programme. The meeting was chaired by the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Ben Kumumanya, and brought together officials from the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, the […]

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Bulambuli District Hosts National Launch of Anti-Corruption Campaign in Local Governments

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10 July 2026

Bulambuli District Hosts National Launch of Anti-Corruption Campaign in Local Governments

Bulambuli District, Uganda – July 10, 2026 Bulambuli District is today hosting the national launch of the country-wide mega campaign dubbed “Expose and Fight Corrupt Officials in Local Governments,” an initiative aimed at strengthening transparency, accountability, and good governance across local government institutions in Uganda. The event is led by the Minister for Local Government, […]

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MoLG Signs Contracts to Rehabilitate 139km of Community Access Roads in Northern Uganda

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9 July 2026

MoLG Signs Contracts to Rehabilitate 139km of Community Access Roads in Northern Uganda

The Ministry of Local Government has signed contracts for the rehabilitation of 139 kilometres of district and community access roads across nine districts under the Rural Development for Food Security in Northern Uganda (RUDSEC) Project. Construction is expected to commence next week following the official handover of project sites. The road rehabilitation will enhance accessibility, […]

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STAKEHOLDERS MEET TO STEER IMPLEMENTATION OF THE LoCAL PROGRAMME IN UGANDA

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8 July 2026

STAKEHOLDERS MEET TO STEER IMPLEMENTATION OF THE LoCAL PROGRAMME IN UGANDA

The Ministry of Local Government today convened the inaugural Steering Committee meeting for the Local Climate Adaptive Living (LoCAL) Programme to provide strategic oversight and guide the implementation of the national climate adaptation financing mechanism. The LoCAL Programme, implemented by the Ministry of Local Government with support from the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF), […]

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Minister Balaam Intervenes in Jinja District Leadership Disputes to Improve Service Delivery

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8 July 2026

Minister Balaam Intervenes in Jinja District Leadership Disputes to Improve Service Delivery

The Minister of Local Government, Hon. Balaam Barugahara, convened a special council meeting in Jinja District to address concerns over service delivery, clarify the roles of the political and technical leadership, and resolve conflicts that have affected the district's operations. The meeting, chaired by District Speaker Hon. Kibombo Simon, brought together the District Chairperson, Executive […]

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Minister Nameere Calls for Integrity as Mukono Municipality's New Leaders Undergo Induction

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8 July 2026

Minister Nameere Calls for Integrity as Mukono Municipality's New Leaders Undergo Induction

MASAKA CITY – Newly elected leaders of Mukono Municipality, together with technical staff, members of the Municipal Development Forum, and the Security Committee, are currently undergoing a four-day induction programme in Masaka City. The induction programme has been officiated by the Minister of State for Local Government, Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga, who urged the leaders […]

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PS, BEN KUMUMANYA CALLS FOR STRONGER COLLABORATION BETWEEN UNIVERSITIES AND GOVERNMENT

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3 July 2026

PS, BEN KUMUMANYA CALLS FOR STRONGER COLLABORATION BETWEEN UNIVERSITIES AND GOVERNMENT

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Local Government, Mr. Ben Kumumanya, has called for stronger collaboration between Universities and government in the implementation of government programmes through research, innovation, and knowledge sharing.Mr. Kumumanya made the remarks while addressing Senior Academic Staff of Kabale University during a mentorship training organised jointly by the University and […]

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The Ministry of Local Government has successfully concluded a two-day orientation workshop in Basic Bookkeeping Skills

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3 July 2026

The Ministry of Local Government has successfully concluded a two-day orientation workshop in Basic Bookkeeping Skills

The Ministry of Local Government has successfully concluded a two-day orientation workshop in Basic Bookkeeping Skills for Health Facility In-Charges from Lower Local Governments. Organized in Lira City under the Resource Enhancement and Accountability Programme (REAP) the officers have been trained on health facility management, accountability, reporting, leadership, and effective service delivery. The workshop strengthened […]

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3 July 2026

Strengthening Accountability in LLGs

Efforts to improve financial accountability in local governments gained momentum today as the Ministry of Local Government commenced a Basic Bookkeeping Skills Training for frontline officers from Lower Local Governments and Health Centres. The workshop is equipping frontline officers with practical financial management skills to strengthen accountability, enhance transparency, and ensure timely tax compliancy to […]

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MOLG Pushes for Improved Financial Accountability as Basic Book-keeping Workshop in Hoima, Closes

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3 July 2026

MOLG Pushes for Improved Financial Accountability as Basic Book-keeping Workshop in Hoima, Closes

The two-day Capacity Building Workshop on Basic Bookkeeping Skills for Lower Local Governments, held in Hoima, with a renewed call for integrity and precision in the management of public resources. Mr Onesmus Mulondo, Program Specialist, Local Government Public Finance Management Reforms(PFM)office for Service Delivery Cluster of REAP, officially closed the workshop on behalf of the […]

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Minister Orders Strict Enforcement of Transport and Market Reforms in Mubende

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1 July 2026

Minister Orders Strict Enforcement of Transport and Market Reforms in Mubende

The Minister for Local Government, Hon. Balaam Barugahara, has directed Mubende Municipal Council to implement a series of measures aimed at restoring order in the municipality, improving road safety, and enhancing local revenue collection. While meeting vendors, traders, transport operators, and officials of Mubende Municipal Council, the minister instructed the council to clearly mark all […]

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