Anti-Corruption Baraza in Ongoro, Agai Town Council, Maracha District.

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

Anti-Corruption Baraza in Ongoro, Agai Town Council, Maracha District.

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government, Ben Kumumanya officially onboarding district leaders during the Gulu workshop

Group photo of district leaders, Ministry officials, UNCDF representatives and partners at the conclusion of the workshop

Mr. Stephen Koma, Commissioner District Inspection, signing the commitment board on behalf of the government.

The LoCAL Facility Coordinator, Eng. Paul Kasule speaking during the workshop

Technical officers participating in training sessions and group discussions

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EXISTING MARKET COMMITTEE DISSOLVED AS MINISTER BALAAM MOVES TO RESTORE ORDER

Anthony Agripa September 5, 2026 No Comments

The existing market committee has been dissolved by Hon. Balaam following overwhelming complaints from vendors over extortion, illegal dealings, mistreatment and forceful evictions. The decision was made…

HON. BALAAM MEETS RESIDENTS AND MARKET VENDORS IN KASIMBILI CENTRAL AND WAKISO CENTRAL MARKET

Anthony Agripa September 5, 2026 No Comments

WAKISO, UGANDA – Hon. Balaam Barugahara Ateenyi accompanied by officials from the Ministry of Local Government, including the Commissioner for Urban Administration, Mr. Charles Magumba is today…

Regional Development Programme Technical Working Group Reviews FY 2025/26 Performance

Taaka Wandera September 5, 2026 No Comments

The Regional Development Programme (RDP) Technical Working Group earlier today convened at the Ministry of Local Government to review programme performance for the Financial Year 2025/26 and…

Local Government Association Staff Convene for Annual General Meeting of the Local Government Staff SACCO

Akoragye Winnie Comfort September 4, 2026 No Comments

Local Government Association staff have today convened for the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Local Government Staff Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (SACCO) Limited. The AGM…

State Minister Nameere Gives UEDCL Monday, September 6 Deadline to Restore Power in Kiziba Village

Uwamaria Joan September 3, 2026 No Comments

The State Minister for Local Government, Honourable Justine Nameere Nsubuga, has given the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) until Monday, September 6, to replace a faulty…

WATCH: A PDM beneficiary counts her losses after her entire coffee garden was destroyed by the prolonged drought.

Uwamaria Joan September 3, 2026 No Comments

Masaka Farmers Count Losses as Prolonged Drought Destroys Crops

Uwamaria Joan September 3, 2026 No Comments

Farmers in Masaka City are counting heavy losses following nearly four months of persistent sunshine and drought that has left coffee, matooke and other food crops completely…

Honourable Nameere Represents President Museveni at Mothers’ Union Conference

Uwamaria Joan August 30, 2026 No Comments

The State Minister for Local Government, Honourable Justine Nameere Nsubuga, represented President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni at the closing of the Mothers’ Union Buganda Regional Annual Conference in…

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Regions

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Sub Regions

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Districts

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Cities

256

Counties

31

Municipalities

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City Divisions

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Constiuencies

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Sub Counties

89

Municipal Divisions

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Town Councils

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Parish

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Villages

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Wards

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Enhance value addition in key growth opportunities;
Consolidate and increase the stock and quality of productive infrastructure;
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ULGA, UAAU Backed Anti-Corruption Drive, Called for Stronger Support to Local Governments

Taaka Wandera August 6, 2026 No Comments

The Uganda Local Governments Association (ULGA) and the Uganda Urban Authorities Association (UAAU) reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Government’s anti-corruption campaign while calling for accountability efforts to be implemented fairly…

Hon. Nameere Justine calls upon political and technical leaders to strengthen accountability and integrity in public service.

Anthony Agripa August 5, 2026 No Comments

The Minister of State for Local Government, Hon. Nameere Justine Nsubuga, has called on political and technical leaders across the country to strengthen accountability and uphold integrity in public service…