Kisoro, Uganda – Aspiring LC3 councilors in sub-counties and divisions across Kisoro District are calling on the government to strengthen security measures and ensure greater youth participation in government programs.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Their appeals come as the clock ticks down to the highly anticipated sub-county and division LC3 councilor elections, now just days away, with voters set to cast their ballots on August 14, 2025.
Irankunda Gideon Kwitonda, an LC3 councilor aspirant for Northern Division in Kisoro Municipality, highlighted the growing insecurity in the area.
He attributed part of the problem to an influx of Rwandan nationals settling in the division, coupled with rising peer pressure among local youths.
“Many Rwandans who come to Kisoro end up settling in Northern Division, and this, along with youth peer pressure, has contributed to increased crime,” Kwitonda stated.
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To address these challenges, he urged voters to elect leaders willing to collaborate closely with the Kisoro District security team.
He also proposed transforming idle land near Northern Division’s sewage playground into an inland port, arguing it would enhance security through surveillance while stimulating trade in the border district.
Meanwhile, Florence Bigirmana, an LC3 councilor aspirant for Kigezi Parish in Kanaba Sub-county, pledged to revive the progress made during her previous term.
“I will work hand-in-hand with sub-county leaders to ensure our community benefits from development initiatives without discrimination,” Bigirmana vowed.
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Her last term saw borehole repairs and expanded rainwater systems, improving clean water access for hundreds of households.
She also lobbied for greater inclusion of women and youth in programs like the Parish Development Model and the Youth Livelihood Fund.
The aspirants emphasized the need for the government to prioritize youth engagement in development projects, citing unemployment and limited opportunities as major concerns.
Many young people in Kisoro struggle to access entrepreneurship funds, skilling programs, and employment opportunities, fueling frustration and disengagement.
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