Kapchorwa District Council approves Shs 32bln budget for FY 2026/2027
The health sector took the lion's share of Shs 9.77 billion
KAPCHORWA, June 3, 2026 — Kapchorwa District Council has officially approved a Shs 32 billion budget for the financial year [FY] 2026/2027, which begins on July 1, 2026.
The budget was passed on Friday during a council meeting held at the District Administration Block in Kapchorwa town.
The approval followed detailed presentations and deliberations by sectoral committee chairpersons before councillors and district leaders in a session focused on service delivery, infrastructure development, education, health, production, and community welfare.
The council meeting brought together political leaders, technical staff, heads of departments, and representatives from various sectors to review proposed allocations before endorsing the district’s spending plans for the next financial year.
Presenting the report, the District Chairperson for Finance, Hosea Tiyoy, said the budget is intended to strengthen service delivery and address the most pressing needs of residents across the district.
Tiyoy noted that key priority areas include health, education, administration, production, works, and water, all of which are central to improving livelihoods and driving socio-economic transformation in Kapchorwa district.
“This budget has been carefully scrutinised by the finance committee and aligned with district priorities and national development goals. We are optimistic that if resources are utilised effectively, residents will benefit from improved services and development projects,” Tiyoy told councillors.
He further urged accounting officers and implementing departments to ensure transparency, accountability, and timely execution of government programmes.
Sector allocations
The health sector took the lion’s share of Shs 9.77 billion. Councillors heard that the funds would support service delivery, staffing, procurement of medical supplies, improvement of health facilities, disease prevention programmes, and implementation of government health initiatives.
The education sector received Shs 9.21bln, reflecting the district’s commitment to strengthening learning outcomes. The funds will support school operations, classroom construction, teachers’ welfare, inspection activities, and implementation of universal primary and secondary education programmes.
Administration was allocated Shs 5.48bln to support coordination of district operations, supervision of government programmes, staff management, and administrative functions.
The production department received Shs 2.09bln to strengthen agricultural extension services, livestock development, crop production, and farmer support, with the aim of boosting agricultural productivity, a key source of household income in the district.
While presenting the report of the Works and Production Committee, chairperson Ivan Chemonges emphasised the importance of investing in infrastructure and production to stimulate economic growth.
Chemonges said the district plans to improve road networks, monitor government infrastructure projects, and strengthen agricultural interventions aimed at increasing food security and household incomes.
“Our committee examined the priorities in the works and production sectors and agreed that investment in roads and agriculture remains critical for the district’s development agenda. Improved roads will ease transportation and market access for farmers,” Chemonges said.
The water sector was allocated Shs 684.8 million to support safe water access projects, rehabilitation of water sources, sanitation campaigns, and maintenance of existing facilities.
Natural Resources received Shs 576mln for environmental conservation, wetland protection, forestry management, and climate-related interventions.
The Finance Department was allocated Shs 534.8mln to support budgeting, revenue mobilisation, financial management, and accountability processes.
Statutory services received Shs 766.5mln to support council operations, standing committees, political oversight, and other statutory obligations.
The Community-Based Services Department was allocated Shs 876.2mln to support youth programmes, women empowerment initiatives, support for vulnerable groups, cultural activities, and community mobilisation.
Presenting the report of the Social Services Committee, chairperson Muzamiru Braghai said the district remains committed to strengthening social protection and empowering communities through targeted interventions.
Braghai noted that the allocation would support programmes aimed at improving livelihoods, promoting gender equality, and supporting youth and women groups.
“The district must continue investing in people-centred programmes that empower communities and address social challenges affecting vulnerable groups. Community development remains an important pillar for inclusive growth,” Braghai said.
He also emphasised the need for sustained investment in education and health services to improve the wellbeing of residents.
The Planning Unit was allocated Shs 245.4mln to coordinate planning, development programmes, monitoring, and policy implementation.
The Internal Audit department received Shs 121.8mln to strengthen accountability systems and ensure proper utilisation of public resources.
Trade and Industry was allocated Shs 432.3mln to support local economic development, trade promotion, business support services, and industrial growth within the district.
Outlook
Councillors welcomed the approved budget and urged implementing departments to ensure value for money and timely delivery of projects. They also emphasised the need for strict monitoring of government programmes to ensure funds directly benefit communities.
District leaders appealed to central government to increase funding to local governments to address growing service delivery demands, particularly in health, education, road infrastructure, and water access.
Technical officers highlighted challenges likely to affect implementation, including limited local revenue collection, rising operational costs, and pressure on existing infrastructure due to population growth.
Despite these challenges, councillors expressed optimism that the budget will improve public services and accelerate socio-economic development in the district.
The passing of the budget marks a key milestone for Kapchorwa district as leaders prepare for implementation of programmes and projects in the 2026/2027 financial year.
As the session concluded, officials reiterated their commitment to accountability, transparency, and efficient utilisation of public funds to ensure the budget translates into tangible development outcomes for the people of Kapchorwa.
Approved sector allocations
- Health — Shs 9.77bln
- Education — Shs 9.21bln
- Administration — Shs 5.48bln
- Production — Shs 2.09bln
- Works — Shs 1.34bn
- Statutory Services — Shs 766.5mln
- Finance — Shs 534.8mln
- Water — Shs 684.8mln
- Natural Resources — Shs 576mln
- Community-Based Services — Shs 876.2mln
- Internal Audit — Shs 121.8mln
- Planning — Shs 245.4mln
- Trade and Industry — Shs 432.3mln
Meanwhile, Uganda’s official national budget reading for the FY 2026/2027, will take place on June 11, 2026. The Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development has already officially launched the budget month ahead of the reading, and Parliament has passed a total national budget of Shs 84.3 trillion for the new FY.
Like most districts and other local governments, Kapchorwa district receives most of the money from the central government every financial year to fund various activities presented in the district workplans.
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