BUSHENYI, February 16, 2026 — The Minister of Local Government, Raphael Magyezi, has challenged Town Clerks across Uganda to position themselves as agents of change and champions of socio-economic transformation within their respective urban authorities.
Speaking at the Annual General Assembly of the Town Clerks Association of Uganda [TCAU], held at the Bushenyi Local Government Multipurpose Hall, the Minister emphasised that technical leaders must take full responsibility for the quality of infrastructure and standards of service delivery in key sectors such as health, education and environmental management.
“A Town Clerk has a critical role in promoting socio-economic development through effective local government service delivery,” Magyezi said. “You preside over sectors responsible for health, education, water, solid waste management, street lighting and industrialisation, and you have all the necessary instruments to ensure quality service delivery.”
The meeting followed the conclusion of Uganda’s 2026 general elections. Magyezi urged technical officers to ensure a smooth transition into the new political term and cautioned against administrative friction.
“Mayors and Town Clerks must work in harmony and avoid any clashes in the execution of their duties,” he noted. “You have distinct but complementary roles, and your synergy is vital for the development of our urban areas.”
He added that as the country embarks on a new political term, the focus must shift from politics to building strong, resilient infrastructure that supports the Government’s development agenda.
“Ensure your towns are well planned. Enforce physical development plans and maintain high standards of infrastructure — roads, drainage systems, street lighting, markets — everything must be first-class and modern,” he said.
Echoing the Minister’s call for cooperation, the Resident District Commissioner of Bushenyi, Emmy Ngabirano, commended the existing collaboration within the district.
“I appreciate the level of teamwork currently displayed between our technical staff, the political leadership and my office,” Mr Ngabirano said during the assembly. “This alignment has significantly enhanced service delivery in Bushenyi and serves as a model for what can be achieved through mutual respect and shared goals.”
Bernard Yiga, Town Clerk of Kira Municipality and Chairperson of the Town Clerks Association of Uganda, said the annual assembly provides a platform for members to share best practice and harmonise operations as they navigate the complexities of managing Uganda’s rapidly growing secondary cities and municipalities.
“It brings together Town Clerks from cities, municipalities, divisions and town councils across the country,” Yiga said. “Each year we deliberate on issues that help us improve our professionalism and competence so that we can better serve urban residents while addressing the challenges they face.”
He added that the association also seeks to strengthen members’ financial security, particularly in preparation for retirement.
Yiga announced plans to establish a Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisation [SACCO] for Town Clerks, encouraging members to embrace a culture of saving to safeguard their future livelihoods.
“Today I may be a Town Clerk; tomorrow I may not be. But I remain an individual with a family and responsibilities,” he said. “Through the SACCO, we will mobilise funds, save collectively and earn dividends so that when we retire, we have financial support in old age.”
The meeting was attended by Ben Kumumanya, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Local Government, Lucy Nakyobe, Head of Public Service and Secretary to the Cabinet, and Town Clerks from across Uganda.
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