Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara Ateenyi has summoned leaders from the Busoga sub-region for a major performance review meeting aimed at addressing weaknesses affecting service delivery and governance in local governments.The meeting, scheduled for July 10, 2026, at the Civil Service College Uganda in Jinja, will bring together senior political and technical officials from various districts and cities to discuss solutions to challenges facing local government operations.
Among those expected to attend are district chairpersons, city mayors, chief administrative officers, city clerks, and officials heading district service commissions from across Greater Busoga. The gathering will involve leaders from Jinja City, Jinja District, Kamuli, Iganga, Bugiri, Bugweri, Namayingo, Mayuge, Namutumba, Kaliro, Luuka and Buyende.In a directive issued on July 7, Minister Balaam asked all invited officials to prioritize the meeting, emphasizing the importance of having all key stakeholders present as government seeks to improve the effectiveness of local administrations.
The minister’s call comes shortly after discussions initiated by the Ministry of Public Service on July 3, 2026, focusing on strengthening coordination between political leaders and technical teams responsible for implementing government programmes at the local level.The Local Government Ministry explained that the engagement is part of its responsibility to support local authorities in delivering efficient and sustainable services while improving livelihoods and reducing poverty among citizens.
The meeting is expected to examine issues surrounding accountability, staff management, resource utilization and other factors affecting the ability of local governments to perform their duties effectively.With government placing greater emphasis on improving public service delivery, the Busoga engagement is seen as a key step towards demanding better results from local leaders and ensuring that citizens receive improved services from their respective authorities.
