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Western Region Urban Leaders Urged to Prioritize Waste Management and Land Use Planning

Ssemaganda Moses Hope
By Ssemaganda Moses Hope


Western Region Urban Leaders Urged to Prioritize Waste Management and Land Use Planning
Western Region Urban Leaders Urged to Prioritize Waste Management and Land Use Planning

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Urban leaders have been called upon to strengthen waste management systems and safeguard government land to drive sustainable urban development. The appeal was made by Charles Magumba, Commissioner for Urban Administration while addressing the Western Region Urban Authorities Association of Uganda (UAAU) meeting held in Rukungiri municipality.

 

Representing the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Ben Kumumanya, Commissioner Magumba emphasized the importance of separating waste at the household level, improving collection and disposal systems, and recognizing waste as a resource. He noted that the new National Waste Management Policy, developed in coordination with ministries of Lands, Water, Energy, and ICT, aims to streamline waste handling from generation to recycling. The policy is expected to be tabled for approval soon.

 

Mr. Magumba also commended municipal leaders for protecting government land, highlighting its strategic value in attracting private investment through public-private partnerships (PPPs). “When land is presented as equity, it draws partners with the capital needed to drive development,” he stated.

 

Sanya K.F. Wilson the President UAAU called upon members to work towards the development of their cities and Municipalities and urged leaders to focus on service delivery, noting that efficient waste management and thoughtful land use planning are central to creating livable, sustainable cities.

The meeting also addressed efforts to harmonize revenue collection frameworks, ensuring urban authorities can levy operational fees on businesses effectively while staying within regulatory limits.

 

 

The Urban Authorities Association of Uganda (UAAU) regional engagement, which runs from May 7 to May 23, 2025, is being held under the theme “Enhancing the New Urban Agenda: Focus on the UAAU Member’s Charter, Waste Management, and Land Use Management in Urban Local Governments.”

 

 

The Western region meeting in Rukungiri marks the start of a series that will continue in Kitgum (Northern), Kapchorwa (Eastern), and Mubende (Central).

The event brought together leaders from cities, municipalities, town councils, and divisions to exchange experiences, share information, and strengthen their collective mandate to deliver quality urban services. Participants reiterated the importance of maintaining a unified voice to advance sustainable urban governance.

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