Reviewing the current financial year, Kimera revealed that by February 2026, the district had received sh68.59 billion out of the planned sh181.49 billion, translating to a performance rate of 37.79 percent.
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The Mukono District Council has presented a proposed budget of sh183.1 billion for the 2026/2027 financial year, aimed at boosting household incomes and strengthening service delivery through key economic sectors.
The budget was introduced by the Secretary for Finance, Planning and Administration, Jerom Kabali Kimera—who also serves as the district Vice Chairperson—during a council sitting chaired by Speaker Betty Hope Nakasi.
While delivering the budget speech, Kimera explained that the 2026/2027 budget plan is guided by the theme: “Full Monetization of Uganda’s Economy through Commercial Agriculture, Industrialization, Services Expansion, Digital Transformation and Market Access.”
He emphasized that the district remains committed to prioritizing programmes that drive transformation and sustainable development.
According to Kimera, the district anticipates total funding of sh183.1 billion. Of this, sh4.5 billion will come from local revenue, sh68.65 billion from conditional grants from the central government, sh107.05 billion from other government transfers, and sh2.96 billion from external financing sources. Central government support will make up more than 90 percent of the total budget.
He noted that the proposed budget reflects a slight increase of sh1.66 billion, representing a 0.92 percent rise compared to the previous financial year.
Priority Areas
The district plans to focus on four major sectors: agro-industrialization, tourism development, mineral-based industrial growth including oil and gas, and science, technology, and innovation.
Kimera added that other interventions will include improving agricultural productivity through access to quality inputs, promoting domestic tourism, supporting climate change mitigation, maintaining infrastructure, completing ongoing projects, and enforcing procurement standards.
Efforts will also be directed toward attracting investments that can boost local revenue and improving data systems in the education sector.
Budget Performance
Reviewing the current financial year, Kimera revealed that by February 2026, the district had received sh68.59 billion out of the planned sh181.49 billion, translating to a performance rate of 37.79 percent.
Local revenue collections stood at sh2.18 billion, which is about 62.3 percent of the targeted sh3.5 billion.
He attributed some of the shortfalls to delays in fund disbursement from central government agencies and other institutions. Despite this, he said the district maintained prudent financial management and remains committed to ensuring value for money.
Planned Developments
The budget outlines several projects across different sectors.
In infrastructure, the district intends to upgrade key roads such as Ntenjeru–Bule and Kigombya–Seeta to bitumen standards under the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area project funded by the World Bank. Plans also include maintaining over 400 kilometres of district roads, constructing the Kisakombe swamp crossing, and establishing the Kyetume livestock market and skilling hub.
In the water and sanitation sector, the district will drill seven deep boreholes, rehabilitate 41 others, and extend water systems in Koome Island, Katoogo, and Ntunda sub-counties.
Healthcare improvements will include constructing a maternity ward at Kabanga Health Centre III, renovating Waggala Health Centre II, and building walkways at Katoogo Health Centre III.
In education, the district plans to build and renovate classrooms, construct staff houses, and procure 300 desks along with a 10,000-litre water tank.
Kimera called on councillors to encourage residents to pay taxes, noting that increased local revenue is essential for better service delivery.
He urged leaders to actively engage communities on the importance of tax compliance to help bridge funding gaps.
Kimera concluded by asking councillors to carefully review the budget and provide input to ensure it aligns with the district’s development objectives. He described the plan as a key step toward building a productive, healthy, and prosperous population.
The council is expected to debate and approve the budget before the new financial year begins.
Meanwhile, Speaker Nakasi appealed to councillors, residents, and Rotary Clubs to take part in reforestation efforts, particularly in areas such as Mabira Forest within the district.
She encouraged collective responsibility in environmental conservation, noting that neighboring districts like Kayunga have already taken similar initiatives.
