Government Chief Whip Denis Hamson Obua, has rallied local leaders and stakeholders in Alebtong to fully embrace government wealth creation programs aimed at improving livelihoods in the region and country.
These initiatives include the Parish Development Model, Emyooga, the Uganda Women Entrepreneurship Program (UWEP), the Youth Livelihood Program, the Special Grant for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), and the Special Grant for Older Persons.
"We must speak to our people to ensure that they access and utilize the funds effectively," Obua emphasized.
"Once they distribute and start repaying, they qualify for further assessments, audits, and additional capital. Unfortunately, many are stuck at the initial funding level."
Obua highlighted the need for leaders to mobilize communities to address existing challenges, particularly under the Emyooga program.
Many Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs) are struggling with incomplete membership and low absorption of available funds.
"In Ajuri County, out of the 18 SACCOs formed, some are not fully constituted at the sub-county level," Obua noted. "For instance, the Ajuri Carpenters SACCO has only three registered associations out of the seven sub-counties and one town council, leaving some areas outside the money economy."
Obua called on local leaders to work collectively in mobilizing communities to benefit from these initiatives. He was accompanied by District Woman MP Dorcus Acen and local leaders from the district.