By Amos Ssemuwemba
In a significant administrative overhaul, His Excellency the President of Uganda has appointed new Senior Presidential Advisors, Resident District Commissioners (RDCs), Resident City Commissioners, Deputy Resident District Commissioners (DRDCs), and Deputy Resident City Commissioners. This move is part of a broader strategy to enhance governance and ensure effective administration across the country.
Key Appointments
The reshuffle includes a wide array of positions across Uganda’s administrative regions. Here is an overview of some notable appointments:
Resident District Commissioners (RDCs):
Abim: Ekoomi John Stephen
Adjumani: Taban Data Peter
Arua City: Salim Komakech
Bugiri: Kalikwani Paul Mwidu
Hoima City: Badru Mugabi
Kampala: Asiimwe Jane Muhindo
Mbarara City: Kamwine .H. Catherine
Soroti City: Paak Peter Pex
Deputy Resident District Commissioners (DRDCs):
Abim: Nakaye Catherine
Arua: Angupale Swadik Alemi
Bugiri: Nkoko Racheal
Gulu: Okidi James Cosmas
Jinja: Tangerine Andrew
Kampala Central: Nsubuga Ali Shaffic
Mbarara: Watch Kaswabuli Peter
Soroti: Bakaki Ronald
These appointments reflect the President’s commitment to strengthening administrative efficiency and ensuring effective local governance. The new RDCs and DRDCs are expected to bring fresh perspectives and energy to their respective roles, fostering improved service delivery and regional development.
All appointments take effect immediately, signaling a swift transition to the new administrative structure. This rapid implementation underscores the President’s urgency in addressing governance challenges and optimizing local administration.
Faruk Kirunda, Deputy Press Secretary to the President, emphasized that these changes are part of ongoing efforts to enhance the functionality of Uganda’s government and ensure that each region benefits from capable leadership.
This reshuffle is poised to make a significant impact on Uganda’s administrative landscape, driving forward the President’s vision for a more responsive and effective government.
