The newly elected LC5 Chairperson of Wakiso District, Ian Kyeyune, has pledged to prioritize the fight against youth unemployment following his official swearing-in ceremony as district leaders assumed office.
Kyeyune was the first leader to take oath during the ceremony, officially marking the beginning of a new political term for the district leadership.
Speaking shortly after taking oath, Kyeyune described unemployment among young people as one of the biggest challenges facing Wakiso District and promised to introduce practical interventions aimed at connecting residents to job opportunities.
“We are going to begin with addressing the issue of unemployment among the youth in Wakiso District,” Kyeyune said.
He revealed that his administration plans to establish a registration system where job seekers and employers with available opportunities can register, creating a platform to help residents access employment more easily.
“We want those looking for jobs to register, and also those with available jobs to register so that people can easily access employment opportunities,” he explained.
Kyeyune also emphasized the need for political unity and cooperation, saying his leadership would work with all leaders regardless of party affiliation.
“This term we are going to emphasize cooperation and unity among all political parties without segregation,” he added.
Other councillors who were sworn in during the ceremony also pledged to work closely with residents to improve service delivery and strengthen local governance across the district.
The new leadership assumes office following significant political changes in Wakiso District.
During the previous term, the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) dominated the district council, including control of the LC5 chairmanship and the majority of councillor positions.
However, the recent elections saw the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) regain substantial influence over the district leadership, including securing the LC5 chairmanship now held by Ian Kyeyune.
Residents and political observers are expected to closely monitor how the new administration delivers on promises related to employment, unity, and service delivery in one of Uganda’s fastest-growing districts.
