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The Uganda Local Government Workers’ Union (ULGWU) has resolved to commence a nationwide industrial action effective midnight, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, citing government inaction on their demands.
In a virtual meeting held on Saturday, September 27, 2025, union members unanimously agreed that the strike will last a minimum of two weeks or continue until the government issues a satisfactory response to their earlier notice.
Key Resolutions
- Strike Commencement: Industrial action will officially begin at midnight on October 1, 2025.
- Press Conference: A press briefing will be held on Monday, October 29, at 10:00 a.m. at the Union Headquarters in Kampala to formally announce the strike.
- Funding and Contributions: Members agreed to contribute towards the mobilisation budget through Union Account No. 9030006345718 at Stanbic Bank, registered in the name of Mukani Miria.
- Mobilisation of Workers: Regional and district leaders have been tasked to rally all workers under their jurisdictions to participate in the strike.
- Legal Protection: The Union will procure legal services for all members taking part in the strike, insisting the action is protected under Article 40 of the Constitution of Uganda.
- Membership Update: All members have been directed to update their membership records with the Union Secretariat either physically or online.
- Communication Strategy: A WhatsApp-based coordinating forum will be established to ensure effective communication among all members.
Mobilisation Budget
The Union approved a Shs7.15 million mobilisation budget, allocated as follows:
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Press Conference | Shs800,000 |
| Radio & TV Announcements (NTV, NBS, UBC, CBS, Radio One, Simba, Prime, Bilali, BBS TV, Worker’s TV) | Shs2.5 million |
| Flyers | Shs200,000 |
| Online TV Coverage | Shs500,000 |
| Contingency (10%) | Shs650,000 |
| Subtotal | Shs6.5 million |
| Grand Total | Shs7.15 million |
Call to Action
General Secretary Hassan Lwabayi Mudiba, who signed off the resolutions, urged all members to act swiftly, saying “Time is not on our side. Power belongs to the workers — the struggle continues.”
