MASINDI – The State Minister for Bunyoro Affairs, Hon. Mugasa Mary, has urged newly elected Local Government leaders to protect communities from land-related injustices, including land grabbing, family land fragmentation and the issuance of multiple titles on the same piece of land. She also called for an end to the sale of jobs by District Service Commissions, noting that such practices have particularly disadvantaged women, with some facing harassment in the process.
The leaders have encouraged to promote productive economic activities such as coffee growing, piggery farming and poultry to improve household incomes. She further urged leaders to plan for life after public service by saving and investing, noting that those with large pieces of land can engage in commercial farming while also ensuring household food security.
Closing Day One of the Induction of Local Government Councils 2026 in Masindi District, the Minister commended the leaders for their strong attendance, attentiveness and active participation, urging them to use the knowledge gained from the induction to serve and protect their communities effectively.