Uganda’s Ministry of Local Government opened a two-day Joint Regional Development Programme Annual Review at the Speke Resort Convention Center to assess progress under the National Development Plan III from 2020-21 through 2024-25. Officials said decentralization, clearer roles, and stronger coordination have improved service delivery and local economic growth. Locally generated revenue rose from UGX 29.02 billion to UGX 207.2 billion, enabling investments in infrastructure, equipment, and public facilities. The Karamoja Regional Development Plan won Cabinet approval. Ten of the 15 newly approved cities began operating, 100 rural growth centers were elevated to town councils, and 50 deputy chief administrative officers and other senior staff were hired. About 90 percent of local revenue streams were automated through the Local Government Revenue Management Information System.
Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja praised the review as a chance to measure gains, solve problems, and tighten coordination. Ministers Alice Kaboyo and Victoria Businge Rusoke urged renewed focus on accountability, innovation, and collaboration. Permanent Secretary Ben Kumumanya said the program is improving livelihoods and local economies, while the Uganda Local Governments Association called for deeper decentralization to bring services closer to residents and align with Vision 2040.
Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja praised the review as a chance to measure gains, solve problems, and tighten coordination. Ministers Alice Kaboyo and Victoria Businge Rusoke urged renewed focus on accountability, innovation, and collaboration. Permanent Secretary Ben Kumumanya said the program is improving livelihoods and local economies, while the Uganda Local Governments Association called for deeper decentralization to bring services closer to residents and align with Vision 2040.
