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

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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Hon. Balaam Ateenyi Conducts Surprise Night Inspection at Budwale Health Center III

Anthony Agripa July 17, 2026 No Comments

Hon. Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi has conducted a surprise night inspection at Budwale Health Center III as part of ongoing efforts to assess the quality of healthcare service…

Minister Nameere Urges RUDSEC Contractors to Prioritise Local Employment

Uwamaria Joan July 17, 2026 No Comments

The Minister of State for Local Government, Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga, has urged contractors implementing the Rural Development and Food Security (RUDSEC) Project to prioritise the employment…

The Minister, Hon. Balaam, conducted an inspection visit to Mbale High School, the Nakaloke–Namanyi Road, and Nakaloke Secondary School to assess compliance with government directives and review ongoing development projects.

Anthony Agripa July 17, 2026 No Comments

During his visit to Mbale High School, it was observed that the school continues to charge tuition fees. Hon. Balaam reiterated the government’s position that such fees…

Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga to Secure Additional Funding for Widows

Uwamaria Joan July 17, 2026 No Comments

Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga Pledges to Follow Up with the Office of the Prime Minister to Secure Additional Funding for Widows Under the Restocking Cattle Programme in…

Hon. Balaam Barugahara Visits Nkoma Secondary School, Orders Investigation into Safety and Fee Complaints

Anthony Agripa July 17, 2026 No Comments

Mbale City – The Minister for Local Government, Hon. Balaam Barugahara, has visited Nkoma Secondary School in Mbale City following complaints from parents and students regarding school…

Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga arrives at Dokolo District

Uwamaria Joan July 17, 2026 No Comments

17 July 2026 The Minister of State for Local Government, Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga, has arrived at Dokolo Sub Country ahead of the official launch of the…

Ministry of Local Government Team Supports Rubirizi District in Strengthening Procurement and Performance Management

MoLG Comms Desk July 17, 2026 No Comments

Rubirizi District – A team from the Ministry of Local Government (MoLG), led by Assistant Commissioner for the Performance Improvement and Compliance Department (PICD), Mr. Johnson Musinguzi,…

Hon. Balaam Inspects Mbale City Abattoir Following Allegations of Substandard Renovation Works

Anthony Agripa July 17, 2026 No Comments

Mbale City – Hon. Balaam on Friday conducted an inspection of the Mbale City Abattoir following concerns raised by whistleblowers during a meeting at Mbale City Hall…

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MoLG SET TO START INDUCTION OF NEW LOCAL GOVERNMENT LEADERS IN JULY

Taaka Wandera CO - MoLG June 4, 2026 No Comments

The Ministry of Local Government (MoLG) is set to commence the induction of newly elected local government leaders in July as part of efforts to strengthen leadership, governance and service…

Ministry Strengthens Procurement Accountability in Local Governments

Uwamaria Joan June 4, 2026 No Comments

The Ministry of Local Government, through the Procurement Inspection and Coordination Department, is undertaking procurement compliance inspections in selected Local Governments across Western and Central Uganda as part of efforts…

LOCAL GOVERNMENTS URGED TO USE PROCUREMENT TO CREATE JOBS

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The Ministry of Local Government has completed sensitization workshops in Rukungiri District, Rukungiri Municipal Council and Kanungu District aimed at strengthening implementation of reservation and preference schemes under the Public…

LOCAL COUNCIL COURTS TRAINERS TRAINED

kagwa abdul May 19, 2026 No Comments

A pool of trainers who will spearhead the nationwide capacity building of Local Council Court (LCC) members has successfully completed a five-day Training of Trainers (ToT) workshop at Adams Grand…

MoLG Advises LGs to Meet UCMID Minimum Conditions Ahead of Funding

kagwa abdul May 19, 2026 No Comments

The Ministry of Local Government (MoLG) convened a meeting with Chief Administrative Officers, City Town Clerks, and Municipal Town Clerks yesterday to assess Local Governments’ readiness to meet minimum conditions…

The Ministry of Local Government Hosts Validation Meeting on PDM Enterprises Production Costs and Market Prices

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The Ministry of Local Government Hosts Validation Meeting on PDM Enterprises Production Costs and Market Prices Mr. Charles Magumba, Commissioner for Urban Administration, represents the Permanent Secretary and officially opens…

Deliver or Leave: Government Moves to Tie Job Security to Performance in Sweeping Civil Service Reforms- Head of public service Lucy Nakyobe

May 5, 2026 No Comments

Government has unveiled sweeping reforms that will link job security in the public service to measurable performance, alongside stricter anti-corruption measures and structural changes in recruitment and deployment. The government…

Traders Commend Trade Order as Permanent Secretary Ben Kumumanya Meets Matugga United Traders

Joyce Babirye K May 5, 2026 No Comments

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government, Ben Kumumanya, this morning met with Matugga United Traders at the Ministry headquarters to discuss the growth and future development of Mule Muwanga Market.…