Kabarole District Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, Mrs Shiba Ntungire, has committed to strengthening ties between the district local government and development partners. This pledge was made during a meeting organised by Kabarole District Local Government at the district headquarters in Kitumba. Ntungire commended development partners for their contributions to local development and improving residents' welfare.
Ntungire assured partners of the district administration's commitment to working closely with them. She emphasised maintaining strong working relationships to enhance coordination, accountability, and service delivery. The meeting brought together district officials and development partners to discuss cooperation, operational challenges, and programme implementation.
Kabarole Assistant Resident District Commissioner Mike Mukiibi expressed gratitude for the meeting, describing it as crucial for strengthening engagement between the government and development partners. However, Mukiibi raised concerns about some non-governmental organisations operating without valid licences or failing to pay required fees.
Mukiibi urged development partners to work closely with district technical personnel when planning and implementing programmes. This coordination aims to improve accountability, avoid duplication, and ensure interventions respond to community needs. Effective communication between partners and district authorities was also stressed to promote transparency and government oversight.
Kabarole District Planner Binta Robert pledged the district's full support to development partners, assuring them of continued cooperation for meaningful and sustainable results. Robert emphasised the need for partners to coordinate activities with the district planning department to complement government priorities and contribute to Kabarole District's development agenda.
The meeting was organised to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation and address operational challenges. Development partners play a significant role in supporting communities across the district. Their contributions are essential in promoting local development and improving residents' welfare.
Key stakeholders, including district officials and development partners, participated in the meeting. The collaboration aims to ensure effective implementation of development programmes and alignment with district priorities.
Key points
- Kabarole Deputy CAO Shiba Ntungire commits to strengthening collaboration with development partners.
- Assistant RDC Mike Mukiibi raises concerns about NGOs operating without valid licences.
- District Planner Binta Robert assures development partners of the district's full support.
