Local Government Development Initiatives and Challenges
The Ministry of Local Government in Uganda presented key reforms and developments in the Local Government Landscape, including the introduction of the Programme Based Approach and the Parish Development Model. It highlighted the induction of new councillors, challenges in the political-technical leadership dynamic, and support for new cities and municipalities. The presentation also outlined the estimated budget for completing the councillor induction process and initiatives to streamline tax systems for public vehicles.
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MINISTRY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT MINISTRY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT Presentation to the Development Partners Group by Ben Kumumanya PERMANENT SECRETARY MINISTRY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT June 2022
1. Introduction Several reforms and new developments have taken place in the Local Government Landscape Third National Development Plan (NDP III) which has introduced the Programme Based Approach, and Parish Development Model MoLG is in charge of Coordinating implementation of Regional Development Program & PDM Launch of the National Strategy for Local Economic Development 5 Years Roadmap on how the Ministry intends to achieve the objectives of the LED Policy, and contribute to the NDP III Election of New LG Political Leaders in 2021 Amendment of the Local Government Act Creation of 10 new Strategic and Regional Cities
2. Induction of Councillors 2. Induction of Councillors The Country successful completed the Election of Councillors in all LGS in 2021 Average Turnover was 85% (these are new leaders interacting with the Local Government System for the first time) Ministry of Local Government has to induct these newly elected leaders, in order to facilitate Council Business. To date, the Ministry has only managed to induct councillors in 25 Districts with 2 Districts fully inducted to the lower levels, 10 Cities and 12 Municipalities. The increasing level of Conflict between the Political and Technical leaders, and underperformance of Local Councils is largely attributed to the lack of basic knowledge and understanding of the Council Rules of Procedures. In some instances, it has resulted into stalemate of Council Business and therefore affecting service delivery
Contd Estimated Budget to Complete the Induction of Councillors: No. Item Unit cost Amount (UGX) Amount (USD) 1. Training of Councillors in 135 Districts and 19 Municipalities 15,081,240,000 4,010,968 2. Printing of Training Manual ,LG Act, and Council Rules of Procedures 57,000 1,044,000,000 277,659 *Dollar rate of 3760 16,125,240,000 4,288,627
3. Support to new Cities and Municipalities 3. Support to new Cities and Municipalities - - Computerized Park User Fee Payment System Computerized Park User Fee Payment System In July 2017, Cabinet directed Ministry of Local Government (MoLG), Ministry of Kampala Capital City and the Metropolitan Area, and Local Governments (LGs) to: Harmonise Taxation Systems for Public Vehicles in KCCA and LGs Stop multiple taxation and levying of daily fees on Public Service Vehicles Provide a Single Consolidated Annual Fee for Taxis/Buses on one specific Route The Local Government Act has been Amended to provide for: URA collecting Park User Fees Transport Licensing Board (TLB) issuing Stickers for Public Service Vehicles BoU and Accountant General s Office receiving proceeds from Parks MoLG, MoWT, KCCA, and URA sensitizing Urban Authorities and supporting the process of Change Management
Contd As part of the Process Change Management, the Ministry plans to: support 31 MCs and 10 Cities install a Computerised Access Control System at the Taxi and Bus Parks in their jurisdiction This will involve Software: development and rollout of the Access Control Information System Computer Hardware: Computers, Printers, Wireless Network Equipment, and Internet User Training and Sensitization Expected Outputs Increase in Compliance (Transport Order and Reduction of Loading and Offloading on Streets) Increase Revenue Collection by 60%
Contd Estimated Budget No. Items Unit Cost Qty Amount (UGX) Amount (USD) A. Computer Hardware 225,000,000 1. Computers 5,000,000 45 59,872 135,000,000 2. Printers 3,000,000 45 35,923 27,000,000 3. Wireless Routers 600,000 45 7,185 B. Software - 150,000,000 39,915 1. Access Control Information System 150,000,000 1 70,000,000 18,627 2. Rollout of System & Training of Users 70,000,000 1 607,000,000 161,522 Total
4. Integrated Solid Waste Management 4. Integrated Solid Waste Management Waster Management is a primary function of Urban Authorities as provided for in the Local Government Act Cap 243. Urban Authorities in Uganda are characterised by poor and weak Waste Management systems which have resulted into: Littering of towns, rural growth centres, Cities with garbage Disposal of Garbage in ungazetted areas Degradation of Natural Resources especially wetlands Exposure of the population to hazardous waste It is projected that the new Cities and increasing number of Urban are most likely to increase the rate at which waste is generated.
Contd Ministry is prioritizing to support Integrated Waste Management in the 10 Cities and 31 Municipalities. This will involve: Technical Mapping and Analysis of the Waste Value Chains cutting across the 31 MCs and 10 Cities Establishing an Effective and functional Waste Management System including equipping Local Authorities with the pre-requisite equipment and machinery Gazette and Develop modern dumping sites
Contd Estimated Budget No. Item Amount (UGX) Amount (USD) 93,750,000,000 24,946,780 1 Effective and functional Waste Management System Garbage Trucks, Garbage Skips, Treatment Plants Recycling Technologies, Biogas Sites, 18,750,000,000 4,989,356 2 Technical Mapping and Analysis, and Technical Studies and Research - Consultancies 12,500,000,000 3,326,237 3 Project Management Training of Urban Authority Managers, Office equipment, Monitoring and Enforcement Vehicles, Communication and Sensitization of Communities, Private Sector Engagement 125,000,000,000 33,262,374 Total
Contd START-UP INVESTMENT SUPPORT TO CITIES IN UGANDA 1 Use of Digital Technology to increase ICT penetration and increase online Government services for social and economic development 2 Construction of the Community Access roads and related infrastructure for market access, to attracts investments and spur organized urban settlement 3 Creation of a City Brand that will facilitate City Investment Campaign to attract Investment and improve Global competitiveness; Construction of City Cemeteries to address rampant unclaimed Bodies in the City.
Other areas for consideration 5. PPREPARATION OF FIVE CITIES TO OPERATIONAL STATUS 1 construct City and Division headquarters with conducive offices and retooling 2 Develop Physical Development plans to have organized developments in the new cities
Contd 6. PREPARATION OF A COMPREHENSIVE CITY GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE BASED ON STRATEGIC FUNCTIONS A Technical Assistance to: Understudy the roles of regional and strategic cities ii) Demonstrate how the new cities will play their fundament role as centers and engines of economic development rather than merely administrative units at a local government level; iii) Determine the management and administrative structures of each city to fit its strategic and regional function; i)
7. Conclusion 7. Conclusion We are looking for able partners to assist the Ministry in addressing some of these challenges. Any support from our Development Partners will be much appreciated. I thank you.
