The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) an independent body responsible for giving National Statistics and mandated to conduct National Housing and Population Census has every after 10 years, has assured the local Residents of Kasokosoko, Kiganda Zone in Kira Municipality that their presence in the area is not about grabbing their land or levy any property taxes. UBOS revealed this information to residents on Saturday during a community meeting was held at Kiganda LC 1…. Read Full Article
Local council leaders cautioned against politicising census registration
Makindye Division Mayor, Ali Kasirye Nganda-Mulyanyama has cautioned local council leaders against taking advantage of the upcoming census to create political divides.
After every 10 years, Uganda holds a national census and the last one was carried out in 2014. The census figures play a critical role in guiding planning, policy formulation, programme implementation as well as monitoring development progress in line with the national goals and objectives.
He cautioned the leaders at a workshop organized by Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) that was held on March 30, 2024, at the East African Labor College in Namuwongo aimed at sensitizing leaders in Makindye division about the listing and mapping exercise for the upcoming census. … Read Full Article