More than 200 military veterans from the Western Region have elected Lance Corporal (Rtd) Kato Peter as their representative to the Wazalendo SACCO (WSACCO) Annual General Meeting (AGM).
The election was held at the Mountain Infantry Division headquarters in Muhooti, Fort Portal, bringing together veterans from the Kisoro, Mbarara and Fort Portal sectors.
The exercise was aimed at strengthening the representation of retired military personnel and ensuring their concerns are presented and followed up within the SACCO structures.
Brig Gen (Rtd) Philip Mugarura, the Operation Wealth Creation regional coordinator, commended the veterans for actively participating in the election and described their unity and continued contribution to society as commendable.
He urged the veterans to maintain healthy lifestyles and engage in productive projects to improve their livelihoods and wellbeing during retirement.
Gen Mugarura also encouraged them to remain good ambassadors in their communities and use the skills and experience acquired during military service to contribute to socio-economic development.
Lt Col Akasius Mpabaisi, the WSACCO political commissar and head of the delegation, said the meeting was convened to elect a representative who would ensure that veterans have a voice in the SACCO’s affairs.
He also encouraged veterans who had left WSACCO to consider rejoining the SACCO so they can continue benefiting from its services.
In his acceptance remarks, L/Cpl Kato applauded fellow veterans for entrusting him with the responsibility and pledged to effectively represent their interests and ensure their concerns are followed up within the SACCO.
WSACCO was established to provide financial services and promote savings and investment among members, including veterans and serving personnel.
