Musasizi tasks Rubanda leaders to secure land for iron ore factory.

By Sophan Niwamanya

The state minister for finance in charge of general duties Hon Henry Ariganyira Musasizi has vowed to spearhead development in Rubanda district.

He was on Sunday speaking during the fundraising function towards the construction of All Saints Church Rubanda held at church grounds in Rubanda town council.

In his address, Minister Musasizi speaking as the guest of honor emphasized the need for Rubanda district leaders to ensure that they secure a big land that is in Rubanda district to set up an iron ore factory.

“I have been directed by the president of Uganda to work on three things, including securing big land in Rubanda where to construct an Iron ore factory, working on tourism roads and ensuring that the parish development model is a success and people have benefited from it” said Musasizi.

He therefore asked Rubanda district leadership to secure a big Plot of land in Rubanda where an iron ore factory will be set, such that business is boosted and the problem of employment in Rubanda is solved.

Musasizi assured Christians that whatever was promised during campaigns shall be fulfilled in his new term of service. He noted that shs 6.5b will be put in Rubanda to construct the district Hospital in his term of office.

 However, Minister Musasizi asked leaders to join efforts and work as a team towards the development of Rubanda district. He noted that when leaders are divided development in the area will be hindered.

Minister Musasizi donated Ugx 14 Million shillings towards the construction of the church.

The Rubanda district chairperson, Mr. Ampeire Steven Kasyaba commended the Hon Musasizi for the zeal and commitment he has rendered since he became the minister of finance through lobbying for funds towards developing Rubanda district.

Kasyaba revealed that Musasizi lobbied for 500 million Ugx to construct the Rubanda district council hall, which has been hindering services at the district.

He noted that Hon Minister Musasizi supported them towards increasing the district budget from 32B to 42b in this financial year 2022/2023. He said the increase of the budget will cater for the construction of schools, hospitals, infrastructure to expedite service delivery.

The Rubanda town council Mayor, Norman Tushabe revealed that it’s a blessing to have Hon Musasizi in the ministry of finance saying that Rubanda will benefit a lot through lobbying by the Minister.

Over 50 million Ugx in cash and pledges and 216 bags were collected towards the construction of the church.

2.5b needs to complete the church.