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STAGE SET: Bukono sink Bugweri as both seal Quarter final slots

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STAGE SET: Bukono sink Bugweri as both seal Quarter final slots

Sunday Results

Bukono 2-0 Bugweri

Bunhole bunhanumba 2-1 Budiope

The Mawembe group of the Busoga Masaza Cup served up high drama over the weekend as Bukono and Bugweri confirmed their places in the last eight with a game to spare.

Bukono edged Bugweri 2–0 thanks to a brilliant brace from Emmanuel Nabola, who has now scored four goals in this year’s tournament. The victory lifted Bukono to 10 points, level with Bugweri at the top of the standings.

In the other tie, Bunhole Bunhanumba stunned Budiope 2–1 to register their first win of the campaign. Despite the result, both Bunhole Bunhanumba (3 points) and Budiope (6 points) have no chance of progressing, with one round of fixtures left.

Mawembe Group Standings

Bukono – 10 pts

Bugweri – 10 pts

Budiope – 6 pts

Bunhole Bunhanumba – 3 pts

The battle now shifts to who will finish first in the group, a position that determines knockout matchups. The table leader will face the runner-up of the Nendha group in the quarterfinals, while the second-placed side will meet the Nendha winner.

Final Fixtures – Sunday, 21st September

Bunhole Bunhanumba vs Bukono

Budiope vs Bugweri

At the post-match press conference, Bugweri coach Kaluba Kenneth maintained optimism despite the defeat:

“we still have a chance to meet Bukono in the semi finals and we shall be at them seriously if it happens.”

Meanwhile, the Bukono coach James Bogere who said were last year’s finalists and lost to butembe was full of belief.

“we want to keep up this form and reach the finals as we did last year.”

Qualified Teams So Far (as of Monday, 15th September)

Bukowe Group: Bugabula (9 pts), Luuka (3 pts)

Mawembe Group: Bukono (10 pts), Bugweri (10 pts)

Kagulu Group: Still open

Nendha Group: Still open

With Bukono and Bugweri joining Bugabula and Luuka in the quarters, the tournament is shaping up for a fierce knockout stage as two groups remain undecided.

Kamuli religious leaders unite to combat child marriage, declaring it a ‘sin and abomination’

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Kamuli religious leaders unite to combat child marriage, declaring it a ‘sin and abomination’

Religious leaders in Kamuli district have taken a decisive stand against child marriage, launching a concerted effort to preach the message that the practice is not only socially harmful but also religiously and traditionally unacceptable, a sin, and an abomination.

Under the umbrella of the Inter Religious Council of Uganda and spearheaded by development organizations Somero and 100 Million, the “Reject Child Marriage Nawantumbi Chapter” was launched today. The initiative vows to leverage every available space and structure within their communities to safeguard the girl child from abuse and predators, ensuring they stay and complete school to protect their childhood and secure their future.

The urgent need for this intervention is underscored by alarming statistics from the Busoga North Police Region Annual Crime Report 2023/4, which revealed a grim reality: 831 girls were defiled, with 133 of these cases classified as aggravated defilement. Additionally, 270 children were reported neglected, deserted, or trafficked within the region.

Juma Nkume, the Imam of Nawantumbi Mosque and a youth leader, articulated the deep-seated issues driving this crisis. He stated that teenage pregnancies and child marriage, often manifesting as defilement, represent a “painful crisis rooted in poverty and compounded by cultural norms and parenting breakdown.”

Imam Nkume rallied for compassion and empathy over condemnation, highlighting that many girls are coerced into marriage by parents who view them as a means of survival. Others drop out of school due to a lack of basic educational and health requirements. “We should take on empathy, not condemnation. Help these girls avoid exploitation, stop blaming but listen, understand, and walk along with these girls in order to rescue them from the harsh community,” Nkume advocated.

Florence Kaduuli, the Mothers Union lead counselor and catechist at Christ the King Church of Uganda Nawanyago, is leading the Reject Child Marriage Chapter. She called for a reinforcement of family values, the rebuilding of positive cultural norms, and the championing of equitable, gender-responsive health practices and services, all buttressed by parental responsibility.

“Like Jesus Christ did, we need to look for the one lost sheep; help the girls grow and mature with dignity, looking at their bodies as temples of God not to be desecrated. This we should use door-to-door reach them where and as they are, both parents and the girls,” Kaduuli emphasized.

Gilbert Mugalanzi, Somero Project Officer for Kamuli, stressed the critical need to support girls experiencing stigma, help those who dropped out re-enroll in school, and create safe spaces for young mothers to continue their education, learn trades, and regain their dignity.

“As Somero and 100 Million, we welcome the faith-based leadership as allies in creating safety nets, bridging healthcare gaps, and providing support against stigma for these girls to regain their dignity and move on,” Mugalanzi stated.

He urged leaders to fully utilize available community spaces and structures to combat child marriages and champion empowerment as a transformative tool for children and women at risk. He also called on communities to recognize unequivocally that an adult marrying a child is unacceptable.

Mugalanzi highlighted Somero’s extensive work, noting that the organization has reached 15,000 individuals, equipping them with practical, hands-on skills to foster self-reliance and create alternatives to exploitative environments. “We are here to promote and protect the human rights of exploited children, young women, and male counterparts through education, skills development, health initiatives, and advocacy,” he affirmed.

Somero, a development initiative, was founded by a group of young people from the Kawempe Division slums following the tragic death of a 17-year-old girl subjected to debt bondage and subsequently trafficked for commercial sex work, where she ultimately committed suicide due to stigma. The organization currently operates in 12 districts, including Kamuli, dedicated to preventing such tragedies and fostering a safer environment for children.

FAIR PLAY BATTLE: Kigulu petitions Busiki over use of ineligible players

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FAIR PLAY BATTLE: Kigulu petitions Busiki over use of ineligible players

The Busoga Masaza Cup Organizing Committee (TOC) has been petitioned by Kigulu Chiefdom over alleged use of ineligible players by Busiki during their goalless draw on Match Day 26.

Part of the letter from Kigulu FC to the TOC

In a formal letter signed by Buyinza Elly, The CEO of Kigulu FC, the petition claims that Busiki fielded three players — Euku Simon (No.19), Gasikile Adson (No.18), and Mukalakasa Abbu (No.17) — who are currently registered with Iganga United, a team that secured promotion to the FUFA Big League for the 2025/26 season.

Front view of players in Question

Under tournament regulations, players attached to Big League or higher competitions are barred from participating in the annual Masaza Cup.

Kigulu’s Demands

Kigulu argues that Busiki’s actions compromised the fairness and integrity of the competition, and has asked the TOC to:

Disqualify the ineligible players

Award the match points to Kigulu

The petition included photographic evidence, the referee’s matchday player list, and FIFA Connect IDs to support the claims.

Background to the Dispute

At the start of this year’s Masaza Cup, players from Iganga United were eligible because the team’s Big League status had not yet been confirmed. However, following Iganga United’s official promotion and licensing midway through the competition, the TOC directed all chiefdom teams to drop those players.

Several chiefdoms complied and registered new players, but it is alleged that Busiki continued to use theirs, including in the stalemate against Kigulu.

TOC Response

When contacted, TOC spokesperson David Mwesigwa stated that the committee had no proof of receiving Kigulu’s petition by the time of publishing, adding that the matter remains under review.

The controversial fixture between Busiki and Kigulu ended in a 0–0 draw on Friday, but its final outcome may now depend on the TOC’s decision.

This is a developing story.

EYES WIDE: Butembe revive hopes as Budiope Face Bunhole bunhanumba in Sunday decider

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EYES WIDE: Butembe revive hopes as Budiope Face Bunhole bunhanumba in Sunday decider

Friday 12th September 2025

Butembe 1-0 Bukooli Namayingo

Busiki 0-0 Kigulu

Sunday 14th September 2025 fixtures

Bukono vs Bugweri

Bunhole bunhanumba vs Budiope

The Busoga Masaza Cup lit up on Friday, 12th September 2025, as Butembe defeated Bukooli Namayingo 1-0 at Mafubira Primary School playground to keep their quarter-final hopes alive. The game’s only goal came in the second half through Kayima Elias, sparking celebrations among Butembe fans, though their qualification remains a mathematical puzzle.

In Namutumba, leaders Kigulu were held to a goalless draw by Busiki at Kisiki College in a match marred by chaos within the school premises. That result kept Kigulu top of the Nendha group on 9 points, with Busiki moving to 6 points, level with Bukooli Namayingo but ahead on goal difference. Butembe trail on 5 points and must win their final match to stand any chance of reaching the last eight.

The decisive fixtures will be played on Saturday, 20th September 2025:

Butembe vs Busiki

Bukooli Namayingo vs Kigulu

Only the top two teams will progress to the quarter-finals.

Nendha Group Standings

1. Kigulu 9
2. Busiki 6
3. Bukooli Namayingo 6
4. Butembe 5

Mawembe Group Preview – Sunday, 14th September 2025

The spotlight now turns to the Mawembe group, where two crucial matches could determine the fate of three contenders.

At Bugade Primary School, Bunhole Bunhanumba host Budiope. With zero points from four games, Bunhole Bunhanumba are already out, but they could spoil Budiope’s campaign. For Budiope (6 points), avoiding defeat is key to keeping hopes alive.

Elsewhere, Bukono host Bugweri in what promises to be the group’s highlight clash. Bugweri (10 points) need just one point to confirm qualification, while Bukono (7 points) must bounce back from a 3-2 home defeat to Budiope in their last outing.

Mawembe Group Standings

1 Bugweri 10
2 Bukono 7
3 Budiope 6
4 Bunhole Bunhanumba 0

Upcoming Fixtures

Sunday, 14th September 2025 – Mawembe Group

Bunhole Bunhanumba vs Budiope

Bukono vs Bugweri

Saturday, 20th September 2025 – Nendha Group

Butembe vs Busiki

Bukooli Namayingo vs Kigulu

NO RAT EATING: Regime greenlights expensive Tororo split amidst electoral concerns, UGX 26 billion cost

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NO RAT EATING: Regime greenlights expensive Tororo split amidst electoral concerns, UGX 26 billion cost

Uganda’s ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has given its backing to a controversial proposal to split Tororo district into an independent city and three new districts, alongside carving a new district from Bundibugyo, despite the significant financial cost and the timing coinciding with preparations for the 2026 General Elections.

The decision, announced by Government Chief Whip Hamson Denis Obua following an NRM Parliamentary Caucus meeting at State House Entebbe, will see Tororo district transformed into Tororo City, Mukuju District, Mulanda District, and Kisoko District. Concurrently, Bundibugyo District will be divided to create Bughendera District, with these new entities slated for the financial year 2025-2026.

Obua stated the move aims to “bring services closer to the people and end ethnic conflicts” in the two regions. The Minister for Local Government, Raphael Magyezi, defended the proposal, revealing that operationalizing these new administrative units would cost taxpayers an estimated UGX 26 Billion.

“Having received the report of the Minister of Local Government, to support the creation of Mukuju District, Mulanda District, Kisoko District and Tororo City in the financial year 2025-2026, subject to the law… [and] to support the creation of Bughendera district out of Bundibugyo District in the financial year 2025-2026, subject to the law,” Obua told journalists at Parliament.

Minister Magyezi robustly rebutted accusations of gerrymandering, particularly given the Electoral Commission is currently midway through organizing the 2026 General Elections, a process that new administrative units would inherently complicate due to the necessity of fresh demarcation.

“Now, where is gerrymandering in that? I don’t know who will be elected. Will the one to be elected be NRM? Will it be an FDC? Will it be an independent? The other time, we created two constituencies in Nakawa, they were taken by the opposition, have we complained? We are doing this for service delivery, for peace and security for administration,” Magyezi argued, citing the splitting of Nakawa constituency, which saw opposition Members of Parliament elected.

Magyezi emphasized that the creation of new units is a response to “the will of the people,” expressed through council resolutions from local governments. He acknowledged the substantial cost but urged Ugandans to focus on the long-term benefits of decentralized services.

“Yes, there’s no doubt it has a cost, but it also has an advantage… Once I get a council resolution from a district, then my responsibility is to carry out a technical study. Then when I realise that it is viable, I present it to cabinet and it comes to Parliament, that process is within the law and we are simply meeting the law,” Magyezi explained. He underscored the increasing population and rapid urbanization rate (5.3 percent annually) as key drivers for bringing services closer to the populace.

The Minister also addressed the complex electoral implications. The Attorney General Kiryowa Kiwanuka and the Electoral Commission will determine the precise timing for elections in these fresh constituencies once Parliament greenlights the proposal.

Magyezi referenced Section 7, Subsection 13 of the Local Government Act, which stipulates that a district created after a general election “shall take effect six months prior to the next election.” He also cited Section 21(2) of the Electoral Commission Act, which provides that if electoral processes have already begun, a newly created district will become an electoral district in subsequent elections, not necessarily halting its creation.

A significant consequence of this administrative overhaul will be the expansion of the legislative body. The creation of Mukuju, Mulanda, Kisoko, and Tororo City, along with Bughendera District, is set to “stretch the number of MPs beyond the current over 500 legislators,” according to Magyezi.

“When you create Tororo District or when you subdivide it into those arrangements, today, Tororo district has a woman Member of Parliament. Today, Tororo municipality has a municipal Member of Parliament, the creation means that the three districts each will have a woman member of parliament.”

“Yes. It also means that the city will have a city woman member of parliament and the two divisions will have two Members of Parliament,” Magyezi elaborated, highlighting the direct impact on parliamentary representation and the public purse.”

NAMUGANZA EFFECT: NRM member petitions Museveni over party election irregularities

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NAMUGANZA EFFECT: NRM member petitions Museveni over party election irregularities

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has been urged to launch an immediate, comprehensive audit of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party’s registry books, following grave allegations of widespread election fraud orchestrated by a “clique” led by NRM Election Chairperson Dr. Tanga Odoi.

The accusations, detailed in a letter penned by concerned NRM loyalist Ssemakula Yusuf, claim a systematic effort to purge individuals deeply devoted to the President and the party’s foundational ideals.

The letter, addressed directly to President Museveni, refers to him using his self-attributed titles of “Ssabalwanyi,” “Ssemalungu,” and “the Original NRA,” appealing to his historical role as the nation’s liberator and visionary leader. Yusuf expresses profound admiration for the President’s leadership but warns that the integrity of the NRM is under threat from within.

Central to the allegations is the purported targeting of loyal and high-performing NRM members, most notably the Princess Persis Namuganza. Yusuf describes Namuganza as a “steadfast servant,” whose “brilliance and hard work are undeniable,” and who has consistently faced opposition from “certain elements.”

According to the letter, the recent NRM party elections were not genuine but a “sham selection process designed to favor persons who align with the hidden agendas of these wrong elements against you, Your Excellency, and the country at large.”

Ssemakula Yusuf points to manipulated voter registers as the root of the alleged plot. “Imagine villages listed with over 800 voters in the registers, yet physically, those numbers do not exist on the ground,” the letter states, urging the President to investigate how these “wrong elements initiated their schemes.”

The concerned citizen raises serious implications for the NRM’s future, particularly in light of President Museveni’s stated focus on “protecting the gains” achieved under his leadership. “How will this be possible when a team of selected individuals has built a fence to exclude all those truly loyal to you?” Yusuf questions, asserting that retaining exemplary performers like Hon. Namuganza is crucial for the country’s continued progress.

Yusuf’s letter expresses a deep fear that if Dr. Tanga Odoi and his alleged accomplices “can manipulate a party exercise to remove your most loyal and hardworking people from office, the same tactics could one day be turned against you.” While acknowledging “talk of the so-called transition,” Yusuf firmly dismisses the notion that it should involve targeting the party’s best.

The letter culminates in an urgent plea for presidential intervention: “As the Head of State, the Original NRA, and our Ssabalwanyi, I urge you to open your eyes and investigate how and why there is a setup of people working day and night to flush out your most loyal and hardworking supporters.”

Yusuf warns that this “clique” is “ring-fencing itself around you, potentially isolating you from the true pillars of the NRM,” and suggests they “must have a bigger plan.”

Ssemakula Yusuf concludes with a poignant question to President Museveni: “Why are these people flushing out your most loyal servants? Why are they targeting the best performers? Why? The NRM cannot afford to lose Hon. Persis Namuganza.” The letter calls for prompt action from the President to address these “fraudulent actions” before it is too late.

NO PAY, NO TEACHING: Teachers’ union declares nationwide strike over unresolved salary disparities

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NO PAY, NO TEACHING: Teachers’ union declares nationwide strike over unresolved salary disparities

The Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU) has announced that its members will embark on a nationwide industrial action starting September 15, 2025, coinciding with the official opening of the third school term.

The strike is a protest against the government’s prolonged inaction in addressing what the union describes as unfair salary disparities among teachers.

The decision was made following special sittings of UNATU’s National Executive Council on September 10 and Branch Chairpersons on September 11. It stems from the government’s failure to resolve salary discrepancies that emerged during the FY2022/2023 increments, which reportedly left out specific categories of teachers in primary and post-primary schools and education institutions, while some colleagues received up to a 300% increment.

According to a press release issued by UNATU General Secretary Baguma Filbert Bates, repeated engagements with government offices, including written requests for meetings with the Office of the President and the Office of the Head of Public Service, and formal communications to the Ministries of Public Service and Education, have yielded no action. UNATU also petitioned the Equal Opportunities Commission but has received no feedback on the outcome.

“Our Industrial Action over the same issue was only suspended on July 4th, 2022, to allow for negotiations,” the press release stated. “Owing to the fact that Government has remained silent about resolving the dispute for over three years, the affected teachers… who were told to be patient as Government works out a satisfactory solution… have decided to lay down their tools.”

Effective September 15, all UNATU members in the affected categories across primary and post-primary schools and education institutions are instructed not to report for duty. The union emphasized that this industrial action will remain in force until the government takes “concrete and verifiable steps” to address the salary disparities.

UNATU reiterated that the action is non-political and it solely focused on the welfare of its members; that it is a call for equity and fairness – advocating that “no teacher should be left behind in salary enhancements that all teachers matter!” UNATU added that strike is lawful and peaceful and in line with the right to take industrial action when dialogue fails.

General Secretary Bates urged the government to “urgently engage with the Union and provide a clear commitment to resolve this matter in order to avert prolonged disruption of the school calendar especially at such a critical time.”

In a direct message to its members, Bates labeled the situation “the moment of truth,” highlighting “three years of waiting. Three years of frustration” for those excluded from pay raises.

He called on every affected teacher to “remain at home” on September 15, stating, “By staying away from school, we will send a clear and unmistakable message to Government that teachers cannot and will not continue to be ignored… Let our absence from the school compounds be louder than the excuses from Government.”

HAPPY& APPRECIATIVE: Bugiri MPs hail Speaker Among’s influence for Busoga development amid regionalism concerns

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HAPPY& APPRECIATIVE: Bugiri MPs hail Speaker Among’s influence for Busoga development amid regionalism concerns

Members of Parliament Solomon Silwany (Bukhooli Central) and Asuman Basalirwa (Bugiri Municipality) have publicly lauded Speaker of Parliament Anita Among, attributing a significant surge in development projects within the Busoga sub-region to her ascent to top national leadership positions. The commendations, however, sparked an immediate clarification from the Speaker, who emphasized her national mandate.

The MPs pointed to the recent government decision to reopen Busoga University and the Parliamentary approval of a US$20 million (approximately UGX70.38 billion) loan for the rehabilitation of Bugiri General Hospital as key examples of development under Speaker Among’s watch.

Among currently holds prominent roles as Speaker of Parliament and Second National Vice Chairperson (Female) on the Central Executive Committee of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). She is also the District Woman MP for Bukedea district in Teso sub region.

“This is the second big achievement we are getting in Busoga under your leadership,” said MP Silwany during a parliamentary session on Thursday, 11th September 2025.

“You remember very well the issue of Busoga University was sorted by yourself. Yesterday, Bugiri Hospital came and was passed in this house, and I know more things are coming. We are very proud of you Right Honourable Speaker, as Busoga and as Members of Parliament from Busoga.”

Silwany added a broader appeal for unity, stating, “I know you are going to take care of all the interests of all the other regions so that we move in unison.”

Adding a controversial dimension to the commendations, Asuman Basalirwa, a prominent MP, and President of JEEMA, an opposition political party, asserted that Speaker Among “has all the rights to favour Busoga because she is actually part of Busoga.” Basalirwa was referencing Speaker Among’s marriage to Eng. Moses Magogo, the area MP for Budiope East, who hails from the Busoga sub-region.

However, Speaker Among swiftly interjected, clarifying her national mandate. “What I do, I do for all other regions,” she affirmed, emphasizing her role as a leader for the entire nation, not just one specific region.

Leveraging the discussion, MP Silwany also urged Parliament to prioritize funding for hospitals and health centres in the upcoming budgeting cycle. “I saw the happiness and the celebration the people of Bugiri had yesterday. It means that when you touch the health [sector], you are touching the lives of Ugandans,” he stressed, highlighting the tangible impact of health infrastructure on communities.

The exchange underscores the complex interplay between regional representation, national leadership, and the allocation of development resources, while also affirming the administration’s focus on health sector development across the country.

DILAPIDATED HEALTH FACILITIES: Speaker Anita Among calls for immediate refurbishment of Kamuli Hospital as Bugiri loan triggers nationwide demands

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DILAPIDATED HEALTH FACILITIES: Speaker Anita Among calls for immediate refurbishment of Kamuli Hospital as Bugiri loan triggers nationwide demands

The recent parliamentary approval of a USD20 million loan for the extensive upgrade of Bugiri General Hospital has triggered a wave of demands from across the country, with Speaker of Parliament Anita Among revealing that her office has been inundated with petitions for similar interventions in other dilapidated health facilities.

On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, Parliament authorized the government to borrow USD20 million from the Arab Bank for Economic Development of Africa (BADEA) to finance the rehabilitation, expansion, and equipping of Bugiri General Hospital.

However, the approval has opened a floodgate of requests from various leaders, prompting Speaker Among to advocate for a more comprehensive approach from the Ministry of Health.

“Upon the approval of the loan for upgrading of Bugiri hospital yesterday, I have received a number of petitions requesting that all their hospitals should be looked at,” Speaker Among stated.

She emphasized the urgent need for a systematic review of the country’s health infrastructure, urging the Ministry of Health to take a holistic view. “I think the Ministry of Health needs to comprehensively look at the hospitals which are in a dilapidated state. The petition I received this morning was from Soroti hospital but to leave Soroti alone, there are other so many hospitals that need to be looked at so that we see how we can be able to work on a number of hospitals,” she added.

Among specifically highlighted the critical condition of Kamuli Hospital, recommending it for immediate refurbishment. “If you look at Kamuli hospital, they call it Mulago, that hospital receives patients from Buyende, from everywhere. That hospital in Kamuli should actually also be worked on with all requisite needs,” she stressed, underscoring its pivotal role in serving a wide catchment area.

In a related appeal, the Speaker also called upon the government to consider deploying health workers, particularly midwives and gynaecologists, to private hospitals that are providing essential services. Citing her own 200-bed hospital in Bukedea, where women give birth for free, she noted the need for government to supplement her medical team to enhance service delivery.

Meanwhile, Charles Ayume, the Member of Parliament for Koboko Municipality, urged Ugandans not to “demonise” the government for prevailing shortfalls in the health sector. He revealed that significant advancements are on the horizon, including a major heart treatment facility soon to be established in Nakawa West, the constituency represented by the Leader of Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi, which he stated would be one of the largest in Africa.

LEADER OF OPPOSITION: Ssenyonyi challenges govt on USD20M Bugiri Hospital loan, calls for nationwide health sector overhaul

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LEADER OF OPPOSITION: Ssenyonyi challenges govt on USD20M Bugiri Hospital loan, calls for nationwide health sector overhaul

Following parliamentary approval of a USD20 million loan for the rehabilitation and expansion of Bugiri General Hospital, Leader of Opposition (LoP) Joel Ssenyonyi has issued a stern challenge to the government, demanding timely disbursement and full utilisation of the funds. He further called for a comprehensive overhaul of all health facilities across the nation.

The loan, authorised by Parliament on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, is sourced from the Arab Bank for Economic Development of Africa (BADEA) and is intended for the rehabilitation, expansion, and equipping of the ‘very sick’ Bugiri hospital, as described by Ssenyonyi.

Speaking after the approval, Ssenyonyi voiced significant concerns about the government’s track record with borrowed funds and project implementation. “Parliament gave a green light for these USD20 Million to be gotten to rehabilitate Bugiri Hospital because that Hospital is very sick, that is for sure,” Ssenyonyi stated. “I am hoping that the excitement for the people of Bugiri will not be momentary. For many reasons. You know, many times, we borrow money and it remains undisbursed. I hope this won’t be the case because as of end of last year, in our country’s record books, we had UGX16.4 Trillion undisbursed loans.”

His remarks underscored a broader issue of financial accountability and project efficiency, highlighting the potential for much-needed funds to remain dormant while critical healthcare infrastructure deteriorates.

Beyond the immediate focus on Bugiri, the LoP broadened his demands, urging the government to undertake a “comprehensive check and conduct a complete overhaul on all health facilities in the country.” This call highlights systemic issues within the national healthcare infrastructure, suggesting that many other hospitals face similar, if not worse, conditions and are in dire need of intervention.

Ssenyonyi’s remarks came as several other legislators echoed similar sentiments, requesting that hospitals in their respective constituencies also receive much-needed rehabilitation and attention, mirroring the plans for Bugiri General Hospital. The collective call from Members of Parliament reflects a widespread concern over the state of public health facilities across Uganda.

The approval of the BADEA loan for Bugiri represents a significant investment in healthcare infrastructure, but Ssenyonyi’s intervention underscores the critical need for accountability, efficient execution, and a broader strategic vision for improving Uganda’s health sector to ensure that the borrowed funds translate into tangible, lasting improvements for citizens.

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