By Brian Mugenyi
ACHOLI SUB-REGION: The Minister of State for Local Government, Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga, has launched the construction of more than 69 kilometres of community access roads under the Rural Development and Food Security (RUDSEC) Project, a major infrastructure initiative aimed at improving rural connectivity and boosting agricultural productivity in Northern Uganda.
The roads, funded by the Government of Uganda in partnership with the German Government through KfW Development Bank, are expected to reduce transport costs, minimize post-harvest losses and connect thousands of farmers to markets, supporting the objectives of the Parish Development Model (PDM).
The launch was attended by the area Member of Parliament, political and technical leaders from Agago, Lamwo and Pader districts, officials from the Ministry of Local Government, development partners, contractors and members of the local community.
Speaking during the launch, Hon. Nameere described the project as a significant investment in rural development, saying improved road infrastructure is essential for increasing agricultural production, creating employment and improving household incomes.
She said the project will enhance access to markets and social services while opening up new business opportunities for communities across the Acholi Sub-region.
The project covers four road sections: Kalongo–Lomoi Road Section A (15km) and Section B (14.9km) in Agago District, Corner Ogwec–Tenten Road (21.6km) in Lamwo District, and Puranga–Ogonyo–Achola Stream Road (18km) in Pader District.
Hon. Nameere directed contractors to deliver quality, climate-resilient roads and warned that the Government would not tolerate delays, substandard work or corruption.
She pledged the Ministry’s full support during implementation, saying she would work closely with the Minister of Local Government, Hon. Balaam Barugahara, and the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Ben Kumumanya, to ensure the project is completed on time and to the required standards.
The Minister also tasked Resident District Commissioners, District Chairpersons and Chief Administrative Officers in Agago, Lamwo and Pader to strengthen supervision through regular site inspections and ensure contractors comply with project specifications.
She urged residents to protect construction equipment and completed infrastructure from vandalism, cooperate with contractors and take advantage of employment opportunities created during the construction period.
Hon. Nameere further encouraged communities to increase agricultural production and strengthen their savings groups so they can fully benefit from improved access to markets once the roads are completed.
She thanked the German Government and KfW Development Bank for their continued partnership with the Ministry of Local Government, saying their support is helping transform rural infrastructure and promote sustainable economic growth in Northern Uganda.
Once completed, the 69-kilometre road network is expected to improve the movement of people and goods, lower transportation costs, strengthen local trade and accelerate socio-economic development across the Acholi Sub-region.
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