Rukungiri District leaders have embraced a unique power-sharing arrangement after agreeing that the chairmanship of the District Roads Committee will be shared between Woman Member of Parliament Hon. Mary Paul Turyahikayo and Rubabo County MP Hon. Mathias Rwabugumi during the 2026–2031 term.The agreement provides that Hon. Mary Paul Turyahikayo will lead the committee for the first two and a half years before handing over the office to Hon. Mathias Rwabugumi, who will complete the remaining two and a half years.
The arrangement follows discussions aimed at fostering harmony among the district’s leaders.The decision was reached during a meeting attended by all Members of Parliament from Rukungiri District. Those present included Gen. Henry Tumukunde, MP for Rukungiri Municipality, Gen. Jim Muhwezi Katugugu, MP for Rujumbura County, Hon. Mathias Rwabugumi, and Hon. Mary Paul Turyahikayo.Also attending the meeting were Rukungiri District LCV Chairperson Charles Andrewson Katebiire, Rukungiri Municipality Mayor Boaz Matiita, Chief Administrative Officer Fredric Byekwaso, and the District Roads Engineer, who joined discussions on strengthening leadership and oversight of road infrastructure.
Before the agreement was reached, the Roads Committee had advised the two legislators to hold consultations and settle the matter amicably. Their decision to equally divide the five-year leadership term was welcomed as a demonstration of political maturity and mutual respect.Leaders noted that the rotational arrangement is expected to enhance cooperation, minimise unnecessary competition, and create a stronger working relationship among elected leaders and technical teams responsible for road development across the district.
Speaking after the meeting, Hon. Mary Paul Turyahikayo reaffirmed her commitment to delivering effective leadership during her tenure. She pledged to work closely with fellow leaders to improve road infrastructure and ensure that projects are implemented efficiently for the benefit of local communities.The district leaders concluded by urging members of the Roads Committee and all stakeholders to remain united, transparent, and accountable as they oversee road projects over the next five years, expressing confidence that the spirit of cooperation will deliver lasting development for the people of Rukungiri.
