On friday , I spent most of the day in Mbale City inspecting various government schools and other key public infrastructure.
I was disappointed to find that some government-aided schools are still charging students school fees despite the clear Presidential directive prohibiting such charges.
Accompanied by local leaders and security chiefs, we directed the immediate suspension of all unauthorized school fee collections. No student should be denied access to education because of illegal charges.
The Government of Uganda already provides substantial funding to these schools. For example, Mbale Nkoma Secondary School receives over UGX 1.2 billion annually, while Mbale High School also receives slightly over UGX 1 billion each year to support its operations.
Charging tuition in government-aided schools is prohibited. Every Ugandan child deserves the opportunity to access free education in government schools. Only approved external examination fees may be charged where applicable, while meal fees remain optional.
Let us all work together to eliminate corruption at every level. Every shilling meant for our children’s education must serve its intended purpose. Together, we can build a transparent, accountable, and people-centred local government that delivers quality services to every Ugandan.
Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi
Minister of Local Government
@BalaamBarugahar For the longest atleast we know that bugisu as a region has never topped a list on corruption in district rankings , however it’s a weakest link and ever marginalized.
Corruption in Uganda is a system design
Eng. Robert Nakimoro, the District Engineer for Mbale District , has been arrested by a joint investigation team over allegations of causing financial loss to the Government through negligence and failure to properly supervise a road project.
He is currently in custody as investigations continue, and any other officials found culpable will be held accountable in accordance with the law. Public resources must be protected, and those entrusted with their management must be accountable.
On Fighting Corruption We Need Systems, Not Spectacle Hon @BalaamBarugahar and Hon @JustineNameere intention to fight corruption is welcomed . However, the current approach is concerning.
Parading a head teacher and teachers before students and ashaming him publicly , and embracing them in that manner, undermines dignity and authority. How does that head teacher return to lead those same students and staff with respect?
There is a clear difference between instilling fear and earning respect.
As a former Minister a of State for Youth and Children Affairs, and currently as minister of Local Government, the mandate is to build systems, not to act as investigator for Works, Education, or Health.
The right approach is to:
1. Settle down and form a committee and work with respective ministries like Ministry of Transport and Works, Education and sports and Ministry of Health to audit and address issues formally
2. Develop clear guidelines and policies so the process is transparent
3. Work through Parliament if needed, table a bill on local government or amend the PPDA Act to close procurement loopholes
4. Set clear, auditable targets so performance can be measured at the end of the day
Corruption will not be solved by weak links and public shaming. It will be solved by strong systems.
@OdrekRwabwogo@MoLGUganda@CapitalFMUganda@CanaryMugume@AndrewMwenda
Hon. @BalaamBarugahar Sir, allow me to introduce to you your friend Milton Byamukama, He is a victim of corruption in Mbarara City, He was conned of 4M Ugx for HR Job, His colleague Owakubariho Steven 8M Ugx for Sr. Environment officer Mbarara District. Also, Milton was asked 200k to transfer His wife from one primary school to another one in the City. All these allegations have evidence. Let's put Mbarara City back to order, most of the leaders there are thieves.
@Liki_Mich@rwomchechen@BalaamBarugahar You can’t fix a mess you don’t understand.
Let them first study the problem and come up with concrete solutions and clear action points.
Right now, it feels like more of a waste of government resources.
Charles all @BalaamBarugahar is trying to fix is the mess of corrupt government officials, in actual sense corruption alone has had a very huge negative impact upon the country.. so calling out the corrupt according to you is instilling fear to the civil service even when not found guilty yet? Why would you fear if you know you’re all right in your department?
The danger in the activism of these raw ministers is the destabilisation of the civil service and service delivery.
Civil servants will fear to take decisions.
Indecision is more costly than decisions in error.
@rwomchechen I agree 100% @rwomchechen. This is the best post I have seen.
Many people haven’t even taken time to understand the administrative structures of their offices or their core job descriptions, yet they are busy chasing excitements on social media.
Let’s go back to the basics first.
@BalaamBarugahar Well done my senior, though you left me behind when visiting my home town
I will offer to always give you 1st information on local government corruption specifically in my home town #mbalemustbeliberated
National Campaign: Expose the Corrupt in Local Government
Today, we spent the day in Bulambuli District inspecting government-funded projects. We are deeply disappointed by the performance of the district technical team. Our inspection uncovered serious mismanagement of the Road Fund.
The District Engineer has been arrested to aid investigations, and several other officials will follow as investigations continue. Every shilling of public money that was stolen must be recovered, and all those found culpable will be held accountable in accordance with the law.
I sincerely thank the area Members of Parliament and the entire district leadership for actively participating in this important accountability campaign.
Special thanks to the Hon. Namere Minister of State for Local Government, the Hon. simon Mulongo Minister of State for Labour, and the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) General Secretary, Hon. @HonTwallafadil , MP for Tingey County, who joined us in the field during today’s inspection and contributed to our findings.
Together, we remain committed to protecting public resources, restoring accountability, and ensuring that government funds serve the people they are intended to benefit.
Mr. President, Mzee @KagutaMuseveni , jokingly said he is worried that coffin makers may sue him for reducing the death rate.
But on a serious note, hawking is a killer of both the economy and public health. Organised trade, safer markets, and proper business regulation are essential for protecting livelihoods, improving sanitation, and building a stronger economy for all Ugandans.
.@OfwonoOpondo: In Uganda, there are people who run past their destination. I think Kabanda is emerging as one of those. We are actually friends.
#TheCapitalGang#NBSUpdates
Trade Order Guidelines for Mubende Municipality
These Trade Order Guidelines establish clear standards for orderly trade in Mubende Municipality in response to concerns raised by vendors. They set out the enforcement of trade regulations while safeguarding livelihoods, require constructive engagement among all stakeholders, and ensure that all trade activities are conducted fairly, transparently, and in accordance with the law for the benefit of the entire community.
Trade Order Guidelines for Mubende Municipality
These Trade Order Guidelines are intended to foster harmony, peaceful coexistence, and orderly trade in Mubende Municipality following concerns and outcries raised by vendors. The guidelines aim to balance the enforcement of trade regulations with the protection of livelihoods, promote constructive engagement among all stakeholders, and ensure that trade operations are conducted in a fair, transparent, and lawful manner for the benefit of the entire community.
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@mkainerugaba Wululululullulululululululululululu! Thanks so very much Gen @mkainerugaba and big Congratulations to our own @DaudiKabanda you will forever be my senior 💪💪💪 the target is clear
I am honored to receive the news of my appointment by my Chairman, the great Leader of PLU, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, as Head of his Office. Thank you Sir for the trust and confidence you have placed in me once again.🙏