Igorora, Ibanda — On his way to Ibanda District Hall for a meeting with leaders on the anti-corruption drive, Hon. Balaam has made an impromptu stop by the roadside in Igorora Town Council, Ibanda, where he addressed residents who had gathered to see him.
The stop quickly turned into a lively community interaction, with residents raising concerns about trade order, fees, and how they are treated while trying to earn a living.
Vendors Reinstated
Hon. Balaam intervened in favour of vendors who roast gonja (plantain) by the roadside, who had been removed by trade order enforcement.
He directed that the vendors be reinstated and allowed to operate from a clean area, saying that enforcement should not push hustlers out of work but should instead organise them in a clean and safe place where they can trade with dignity.
Boda Boda Stage Fees Suspended
The Minister also addressed complaints from boda boda riders over stage fees collections.
He announced the removal of the boda boda stage fees collections in the area, saying riders should not be burdened by fees that do not translate into services for them.
The announcement was received with cheers from the riders and residents who had gathered.
Hon. Balaam urged residents not to suffer in silence, but to come out and speak openly against corruption.
He invited all residents of Igorora and Ibanda to attend the baraza in the evening at 4pm, where they will have an opportunity to expose corrupt officials and practices affecting service delivery in their area.
He assured the residents that the anti-corruption meetings are not for leaders alone, but for the ordinary people to be heard.
