Ramadan Goobi, the Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury, is under scrutiny for failing to account for 1.5 trillion shillings used in excess during the 2023/2024 financial year . This follows the release of audited reports that revealed significant discrepancies in revenue collection and expenditure.
Fish mongers in Kitagwenda District have criticized local politicians for undermining and politicizing the operations of the Fisheries Protection Unit (FPU), which aims to curb illegal fishing on Lake George. The fisherfolk voiced their concerns during a sensitization campaign organized by the FPU to educate fishing communities about good fishing practices and the new fisheries regulations under the Fisheries Act of 2023.
The Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Nansana Municipality, Charles Lwanga, has criticized the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) for the persistent water shortages and poor service delivery in areas such as Kawanda, Matugga, and other surrounding regions during this dry season.
The government has been called upon to give special consideration to the fishing community following the launch of an operation to combat illegal fishing on Lake Victoria. The operation, which began on February 25, 2017, has left many families in distress, particularly those residing on Wayase, Hama, and Lolwe islands in Namayingo District. These islands are located at the border of Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania on Lake Victoria. The closure of silverfish (mukene) fishing has left many jobless and struggling to make ends meet.
Lwengo District, known for its agricultural and livestock activities, is facing a devastating drought that has left farmers and livestock keepers in distress. The once-thriving farmlands and grazing areas have turned barren, with little to no vegetation in sight. The prolonged dry spell has led to the death of livestock and the destruction of crops, leaving families struggling to survive.
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