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

ANNOUNCEMENTS

MoLG - STRATEGIC PLAN

Latest News

NEWS, DELIVERED

Stay connected to local government.

Get the latest Ministry news, updates and stories in your inbox daily.

Daily Free to subscribe

Ministry news. In your inbox.

One email. The latest stories. Stay informed.

Your email is used for Ministry news updates.

ITALIAN INVESTORS TO BRING EUR 72 MILLION INVESTMENT TO UGANDA, TARGETING WASTE MANAGEMENT AND AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT – MINISTER BALAAM

Anthony Agripa November 3, 2026 No Comments

KAMPALA, 3rd November 2026 – Uganda is set to receive a delegation of 82 Italian investors and leaders expected to explore investment opportunities aimed at strengthening local…

Happening Now: Zombo district Local Government

MoLG Comms Desk November 3, 2026 No Comments

Zombo district Local Government is holding budget Conference under the theme “Full monetization of Uganda’s economy through commercial agriculture, industrialization, expanding and broadening services, digital transformation and…

Terego District Local Government Budget Conference for the year 2026 ongoing

MoLG Comms Desk November 3, 2026 No Comments

Under the theme: Full monetization of Uganda’s economy through commercial agriculture, expanding and broadening services, Digital transformation and market access The budget Consultative workshop is attended by…

DAY TWO: Local Governments Explore Strategies to Boost Revenue Collections and Service Delivery

Taaka Wandera November 3, 2026 No Comments

MBARARA CITY — Day Two of the Local Revenue Enhancement Plans (LREPs) training workshop is focusing on assessing revenue collection performance over the past three years and…

Governor Alex Nabende Gugga Urges Reforms as Sironko District Welcomes New Deputy CAO

MoLG Comms Desk November 3, 2026 No Comments

The LCV Chairperson of Sironko District, Hon. Alex Nabende Gugga, today witnessed the handover ceremony in the CAO’s boardroom between the outgoing Deputy CAO, Mr. Edward Eko,…

Ministry Trains 10 Local Governments to Strengthen Local Revenue Mobilisation

Taaka Wandera November 2, 2026 No Comments

MBARARA CITY— The Ministry of Local Government, in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, has opened a training workshop at Las Vegas Hotel…

The Ministry of Local Government conducts a support supervision visit in Buhweju District.

Uwamaria Joan November 2, 2026 No Comments

The Ministry of Local Government, through the Department of District Inspection led by Principal Inspector Mr. Charles Mwijukye, has conducted a support supervision visit in Buhweju District…

CONGRATULATIONS HON. BALAAM

Anthony Agripa November 1, 2026 No Comments

The ministry of Local Government proudly congratulate Hon. Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi upon emerging as 2nd Runner-Up – Best Performing Minister in Africa at The Unstoppable African Awards…

CLICK HERE

QUOTES & MESSAGES

PUBLICATIONS

CLICK HERE

Testimonies

Our Vision

Our Vision is to have an effective and efficient Local Government system that provides quality, equitable and sustainable services to the population of Uganda.

Local Government Statistical Summary

4

Regions

16

Sub Regions

135

Districts

10

Cities

256

Counties

31

Municipalities

20

City Divisions

353

Constiuencies

1487

Sub Counties

89

Municipal Divisions

589

Town Councils

10716

Parish

71218

Villages

3515

Wards

19944

Cells

Download summary

Ministry Core Functions

Enhance value addition in key growth opportunities;
Consolidate and increase the stock and quality of productive infrastructure;
Enhance the productivity and social wellbeing of the population
Strengthen the role of the state in guiding and facilitating
development.

OUR GALLERY

CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL GALLERY

From the blog

Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga Declares War on Corruption in Masaka: “The Envelopes Have Killed the System”

Anthony Agripa July 27, 2026 No Comments

MASAKA CITY: The Minister of State for Local Government, Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga, has issued a strong warning to corrupt public officials, declaring that the Government of Uganda is entering…

Masaka City Hosts Anti-Corruption Meeting as Government Intensifies Fight Against Graft

Anthony Agripa July 27, 2026 No Comments

MASAKA CITY: The Government of Uganda has stepped up the implementation of H.E. the President’s directive to expose and eliminate corruption, with Masaka City hosting a one-day meeting that brought…

UGANDA STANDS STILL FOR CLEANLINESS AS KANUNGU JOINS FIRST NATIONAL CLEANING DAY

MoLG Comms Desk July 26, 2026 No Comments

Today Saturday, July 25, 2026, normal life across Uganda came to an abrupt halt between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Shutter doors remained closed, transport networks fell silent, and streets…

Minister for Local Government Balaam Calls for immediate Disciplinary Action Against Officials Over Garbage Mismanagement

Taaka Wandera July 25, 2026 No Comments

25th July, 2026 SaturdayThe Minister of Local Government, Hon. Balaam Barugahara Ateenyi, has directed the Fort Portal City leadership to initiate disciplinary action against officials responsible for waste management following…