The Eastern Uganda tour will begin in the Bukedi sub-region, where the president will evaluate the progress and impact of the PDM initiatives aimed at economic empowerment and grassroots development together with the local leaders, members of the public, selected model farmers, and the technical staff.
Agencies were found to be big spenders on allowances (sh362b), gratuity and NSSF (sh211b), travel (sh180b), fuel (sh59b), workshops (sh47b), consultancy services (sh75b), etc. On most of these items, agencies outspent ministries, yet the latter employed more people.
The government is in phases of implementing a rural electrification program and promoting the use of alternative and renewable energy sources and promoting the use of energy-efficient technologies aimed at reducing pressure on forests as a source of charcoal production.
The protests, which started as a peaceful demonstration last week and have recently escalated into violent protests with protestors burning properties and blocking off roads, have made many truck drivers fear for their lives and merchandise as they were seen parking at the border.