Summary:
- A total of 151 tablets, previously used during the population census, are ready for distribution to parish chiefs.
KISORO: Kisoro District Local Government has signed a memorandum of understanding with parish chiefs to equip them with tablets to streamline their duties under the Parish Development Model (PDM) program.
A total of 151 tablets, previously used during the population census, are ready for distribution to parish chiefs. Authorities say these devices will facilitate the digitization of PDM operations, enhancing efficiency and service delivery. The Kisoro District PDM Focal Person, Dr. Ngabo Herbart Bubasha, confirmed that the tablets will help digitize PDM processes, making them more effective.
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Sebagabo David, representing the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), urged the parish chiefs to utilize the tablets strictly for government duties and adhere to the agreement they signed to avoid any inconveniences while performing their roles.
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The Kisoro District LCV Chairperson, Abel Bizimana, highlighted that the tablets will assist in tracking the progress of PDM beneficiaries. He called on parish chiefs and community development officers to ensure accurate data collection and submission, justifying their roles and salaries.
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Meanwhile, Kisoro Deputy RDC Robert Tukamuhebwa expressed gratitude to the President of Uganda for supporting the digitization of the PDM program. He assured the public that the government is addressing technical challenges in some areas and urged parish chiefs to work diligently to avoid termination.
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Despite the progress, parish chiefs raised concerns about challenges, including the lack of office space, insufficient allowances, and issues related to rationalization. They called for government intervention to strengthen the PDM program.
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In response, LCV Chairperson Abel Bizimana and Deputy RDC Robert Tukamuhebwa revealed that the government is considering increasing PDM funding from UGX 100 million to UGX 200 million per parish. They added that the recently concluded population census data would be used to address rationalization concerns.
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The two leaders also warned moneylenders against accepting government properties as collateral, emphasizing that such actions would result in financial losses. They cautioned the public against using government assets to secure loans.
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