Mbarara District Looks to Expand Local Income Through Roadside Markets
Uganda’s Mbarara District has made the decision to establish additional roadside markets in order to boost the amount of local revenue it brings in. The Mbarara District Council made the choice.
President Museveni provides more funding to Luwero Market Vendors
Along the Kampala-Gulu Highway, the 260 beneficiaries who work out of Balikyejjusa-Checkpoint market in Luwero primarily sell fruits, particularly pineapples, and vegetables, among other goods. Every merchant was given 100,000 Shs.
President Museveni Commissions the Kitgum Main Market
During the commissioning, the President was informed by the Minister for Local Government, Hon. Raphael Magyezi, that Kitgum Main Market was one of the 12 extra markets built under MATIP-2 and cost Shs24.55 billion (VAT included)
Bugolobi and Nakawa Traders Advised To Adhere To Market Regulations
President Yoweri Museveni stated in his directive on markets from November 2022 that landlords shouldn’t be present since they are taking advantage of the traders.
Local Governments to Sensitise Sellers on Market Act
60 women from various markets received diplomas from the institute after completing a two-year course in fundamental business management and contemporary living skills.