In a recent engagement organized by Nyakibale Development Sacco, LC I chairpersons in Rukungiri were reminded of their responsibility to uphold integrity when serving residents. The event, held at Riverside Hotel, aimed to educate local leaders on the importance of proper documentation in community transactions and the operations of the Sacco. Council Agaba Godfrey Turyatemba of Tuhiire and Company Advocates addressed the chairpersons, cautioning them against mistreating people or charging community members for stamps.
Council Agaba Turyatemba warned that several cases have been reported of LC I chairpersons demanding payments from residents seeking stamps for approvals, particularly when accessing bank services. He emphasized that transactions should reflect correct processes for land title registration, land purchase agreements, and inheritance-related arrangements. This approach protects residents and supports fair relationships between the community and institutions like the Sacco. The Council also stressed the importance of handling signatures on documents related to property ownership with care.
Nyakibale Development Sacco manager, Council Agaba Kazaire Peterson, stated that the outreach targeted key areas, including Buyanja, Ruhinda, Nyakagyeme, and other parts of the municipality where the Sacco has branches and many clients. The engagement aimed to strengthen awareness among local leaders, as LC I chairpersons play a crucial role as document signatories at the village level. The Sacco considers this process sensitive, as residents rely on these documents when seeking Sacco services and loans.
Fortinate Akanyihayo Rukundo, Chairperson of the Board of Governors of Nyakibale Development SACCO, explained that the engagement aims to educate local leaders on the importance of responsible documentation. She added that the Sacco wants to ensure that LC I chairpersons understand the significance of their role in providing accurate documentation. This will help prevent mistakes and improve support to residents.
Local representatives, including Katerana John LC I Nyabihuku cell Rushasha Nyakagyeme and Miosho Caleb LC I Kafunjo cell, Rwentondo Ward-Eastern Division Rukungiri municipality, welcomed the workshop. They stated that it will help chairpersons avoid mistakes and improve support to residents. The chairpersons expressed their appreciation for the engagement, which will enable them to better serve their communities.
The engagement also provided an opportunity for LC I chairpersons to ask questions and clarify any concerns they may have had regarding documentation and Sacco operations. This exchange of information will help ensure that residents receive the necessary support and services from the Sacco. By educating LC I chairpersons, Nyakibale Development Sacco aims to promote transparency and accountability in community transactions.
The warning to LC I chairpersons and the community awareness initiative by Nyakibale Development Sacco demonstrate the importance of collaboration between local leaders and financial institutions in promoting responsible practices. By working together, they can ensure that residents receive fair and efficient services, and that community transactions are conducted with integrity. The Sacco's efforts to educate and engage with local leaders will help build trust and strengthen relationships between the community and institutions.
Key points
- Nyakibale Development Sacco holds engagements to educate LC I chairpersons on responsible documentation and misuse of government stamps in Rukungiri.
- LC I chairpersons warned against charging community members for stamps or mistreating people.
- The engagement aims to promote transparency and accountability in community transactions and Sacco operations.
