Kabarole District has received a significant boost in access to clean water and reliable electricity following the commissioning of two key infrastructure projects by Victoria Rusoke Businge.
The Minister of State for Local Government officially launched the Mugusu Piped Water Supply System and the Karangura Mini-Grid Solar Project—both implemented under the Local Economic Growth Support (LEGS) Project by the Ministry of Local Government Uganda. The projects are part of government efforts to improve livelihoods by expanding access to essential services and stimulating local economic activity.
The Mugusu Piped Water Supply System is already serving 28 villages, providing thousands of residents with access to safe and clean water. The development is expected to significantly reduce the burden of long-distance water collection, particularly for women and children, while improving sanitation, public health, and overall productivity in the community.
Meanwhile, the Karangura solar mini-grid is benefiting over 1,500 residents, with the capacity to serve many more households as demand grows. Since its installation, the area has witnessed the emergence of small businesses, marking a shift towards increased commercial activity and improved household incomes.
Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Minister Rusoke urged residents to make productive use of the newly provided electricity by investing in income-generating ventures such as welding, carpentry, and other small-scale enterprises. She emphasized that government programs, including the Parish Development Model and the LEGS Project, are designed to transition communities from subsistence living into active participation in the money economy.
The Minister also revealed that Kabarole District is set to benefit from the second phase of the LEGS Project, calling on residents to actively identify and prioritize interventions that align with their economic needs.
Representing the Project Coordinator, Eng. Paul Mukasa Kasule, Dr. David Siriri highlighted the importance of utilizing electricity for business purposes to maximize economic impact. He noted that the government’s broader objective is to drive economic transformation through targeted infrastructure investments.
Dr. Siriri further explained that, due to the mountainous terrain of the area, the solar project was equipped with lightning control systems to protect the installation from lightning strikes and ensure a stable and reliable power supply.
The commissioning ceremony was attended by ministry officials, district political and technical leaders, and members of the local community. Attendees commended the successful implementation of Phase One of the LEGS Project and expressed optimism for the rollout of Phase Two, which is expected to extend similar benefits to neighboring communities.
The Minister of State for Local Government officially launched the Mugusu Piped Water Supply System and the Karangura Mini-Grid Solar Project—both implemented under the Local Economic Growth Support (LEGS) Project by the Ministry of Local Government Uganda. The projects are part of government efforts to improve livelihoods by expanding access to essential services and stimulating local economic activity.
The Mugusu Piped Water Supply System is already serving 28 villages, providing thousands of residents with access to safe and clean water. The development is expected to significantly reduce the burden of long-distance water collection, particularly for women and children, while improving sanitation, public health, and overall productivity in the community.
Meanwhile, the Karangura solar mini-grid is benefiting over 1,500 residents, with the capacity to serve many more households as demand grows. Since its installation, the area has witnessed the emergence of small businesses, marking a shift towards increased commercial activity and improved household incomes.
Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Minister Rusoke urged residents to make productive use of the newly provided electricity by investing in income-generating ventures such as welding, carpentry, and other small-scale enterprises. She emphasized that government programs, including the Parish Development Model and the LEGS Project, are designed to transition communities from subsistence living into active participation in the money economy.
The Minister also revealed that Kabarole District is set to benefit from the second phase of the LEGS Project, calling on residents to actively identify and prioritize interventions that align with their economic needs.
Representing the Project Coordinator, Eng. Paul Mukasa Kasule, Dr. David Siriri highlighted the importance of utilizing electricity for business purposes to maximize economic impact. He noted that the government’s broader objective is to drive economic transformation through targeted infrastructure investments.
Dr. Siriri further explained that, due to the mountainous terrain of the area, the solar project was equipped with lightning control systems to protect the installation from lightning strikes and ensure a stable and reliable power supply.
The commissioning ceremony was attended by ministry officials, district political and technical leaders, and members of the local community. Attendees commended the successful implementation of Phase One of the LEGS Project and expressed optimism for the rollout of Phase Two, which is expected to extend similar benefits to neighboring communities.