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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Minister Balaam Uncovers Deep Crisis at Iganga General Hospital

Anthony Agripa September 10, 2026 No Comments

IGANGA DISTRICT – The Minister of Local Government, Hon. Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi, has visited Iganga General Hospital following numerous complaints from residents over the poor state of…

Hon. Balaam Commissions First Glue Factory in East Africa at Mbale Industrial Park

Anthony Agripa September 10, 2026 No Comments

MBALE – Hon. Balaam has this morning commissioned YANGTZE Industry Limited, the first glue manufacturing company in East Africa, at Mbale Industrial Park. The Chairman and his…

TWO TOP AGRICULTURAL OFFICERS ARRESTED IN KALIRO AS MINISTER BALAAM EXPOSES GHOST PDM DEMONSTRATION FARM

Anthony Agripa September 9, 2026 No Comments

KALIRO, UGANDA – What was meant to be a routine Parish Development Model (PDM) assessment meeting turned into a scene of shock and anger as residents exposed…

Hon. Balaam Makes Surprise Visit to Namwiwa Health Centre III as Residents Raise Alarming Allegations

Anthony Agripa September 9, 2026 No Comments

KALIRO DISTRICT – Hon. Balaam has made a surprise visit to Namwiwa Health Centre III in Namwiwa Sub-county, Kaliro District, following an outcry from residents over alleged…

RESIDENTS OF PALLISA INTERCEPT MINISTER BALAAM, DEMAND ACTION ON CORRUPTION

Anthony Agripa September 9, 2026 No Comments

Pallisa District Hon. Balaam, has been intercepted by residents of Pallisa Town as he makes his way to Kaliro District for the ongoing Presidential Anti-Corruption Campaign. Hon.…

Hon. Balaam Visits Collapsed Manafwa Bridge in Butaleja After Residents’ Outcry

Anthony Agripa September 8, 2026 No Comments

BUTALEJA – Hon. Balaam has visited the collapsed Manafwa River bridge in Butaleja District after residents cried out to him over the dangerous state of the crossing…

8 Butaleja District Officials Told to Step Aside as Hon. Balaam Orders Anti-Corruption Probe

Anthony Agripa September 8, 2026 No Comments

BUTALEJA – Hon. Balaam has closed a community engagement meeting with a tough stance against corruption at the district Council Hall. During the meeting, Hon. Balaam listened…

Hon. Balaam Makes Surprise Visit to Busolwe General Hospital, Lauds Cleanliness But Flags Drug Shortage

Anthony Agripa September 8, 2026 No Comments

BUSOLWE, BUTALEJA – Hon. Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi, made a surprise visit to Busolwe General Hospital this week, where he sought eye treatment and got a first-hand look…

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Minister Balaam Resolves 300-Acre Land Dispute in Rakai, Calls for Prudent Use of Public Resources

Anthony Agripa July 31, 2026 No Comments

Rakai District – The Minister of Local Government, Hon. Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi, has reaffirmed Government’s commitment to accountability, resolving community grievances, and improving service delivery during a stakeholders’ engagement in…

President’s Anti-Corruption Drive Reaches Rakai as Balaam Leads Accountability Meeting

Anthony Agripa July 31, 2026 No Comments

Rakai District – The government’s intensified campaign against corruption has reached Rakai District, where a high-level delegation led by Hon. Barugahara Balaam, together with Hon. Justine Nameere and Hon. Anifa…

Soroti District Updates : Summary of Today’s Activities – 30 July 2026

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by:Ekwaru AbrahamCommunication Officer Soroti DLG

Hon. Justine Nameere Cracks Down on PDM SACCO Irregularities, Orders Fresh Elections and Police Investigation

Anthony Agripa July 30, 2026 No Comments

MASAKA, NYENDO – The Minister of State for Local Government, Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga, has ordered fresh elections for the Nyendo Ward PDM SACCO Vetting Committee after community members overwhelmingly…

Fight Against Corruption Baraza Underway in Kawungera, Sembabule as Hon. Balaam Rallies Citizens to Expose Corrupt Officials

Anthony Agripa July 30, 2026 No Comments

The national campaign to combat corruption has gained momentum in Kawungera, Sembabule District, as residents have gathered for a public anti-corruption baraza aimed at promoting transparency, accountability, and citizen participation…