General Katumba Wamala’s Two-Day Tour of Kalangala District

By Victoria Nampala – 21:21 EAT Saturday, 10 January, 2025.

Gen. Katumba Wamala at a local goats farm. 📷Victoria Nampala.

During a two-day working visit to Kalangala District, Hon. Gen. Katumba Wamala engaged with stakeholders and inspected various development projects aimed at improving community welfare and infrastructure.

Enhancing Education through Partnerships
The tour included a visit to Oil Palm Uganda Limited (OPUL), a subsidiary of BIDCO, where the Minister held discussions with the Managing Director and management team. Key deliberations centered on enhancing community support, particularly in education. OPUL, already supporting primary schools in Kalangala, pledged to extend its support to secondary education. The company committed to constructing a boys’ dormitory at Bishop Dunstan Secondary School in Kalangala Town Council, a move expected to improve access to boarding education for children in the district.

Gen. Katumba Wamala 4th from Left, with the Management of Oil Palm Uganda Limited. 📷Vitoria Nampala.

Improving Healthcare Infrastructure
At Kalangala Health Centre IV, Gen. Katumba inspected the construction of a maternity ward being built by the UPDF. The facility, now 90% complete, is poised to significantly improve maternal and child healthcare services in the district, addressing a critical gap in healthcare delivery.

Expanding Access to Education
The Minister also toured Gyagenda Secondary School in Mulabana Sub-county, which is set to open this year. This new school will enhance access to secondary education for children in the area, reducing long travel distances and improving educational outcomes.

Supporting Farmers and Infrastructure Development
Gen. Katumba met with local farmers to discuss their challenges and explore opportunities for development. Addressing a pressing infrastructure issue, he delivered 700 gabions to repair a damaged road section cut off by water. The Minister further assured residents that plans for constructing a tarmac road were in progress, a development that will improve connectivity and boost economic activities in Kalangala.

Gen. Katumba Wamala at a coffee farm in Kalangala Island. 📷Victoria Nampala.

Acknowledging Local Efforts
Throughout the visit, Gen. Katumba was accompanied by Assistant RDC Kajubi, who participated in all key engagements. The Minister commended the efforts of the RDC office, praising the tangible progress and positive changes achieved in the district.

A Commitment to Development
This visit highlighted the government’s dedication to advancing education, healthcare, infrastructure, and livelihoods in Kalangala District. The initiatives discussed and implemented during the tour reflect a strong commitment to improving the quality of life for the people of Kalangala.