B yJonex Babulya,
The Elderly in Kasese District yesterday celebrated the Belated National Older Persons Day, emphasizing the need forcollaborative efforts among various stakeholders to ensure that the rights of older persons are protected, especially in retirement.
The event, held at Boma Grounds in Kasese Municipality, also highlighted key challenges facing the elderly, including poverty, discrimination, corruption, and the impact of non-communicable diseases, which have made many older persons increasingly vulnerable.
Ms. Mary Mbambu 64 and Augustine Kunahimbire Masereka 73, noted that these challenges have contributed to increased deaths among the elderly in the district, despite government initiatives intended to support them. Ms. Mary and Mr. Augustine speaking….
Lt. Maate Magwara, the Kasese Deputy Resident District Commissioner in charge of Bukonzo County, announced that in the next financial year, the government plans to increase the Senior Citizens Grant (SAGE) from UGX 25,000 to UGX 75,000, and reduce the minimum age for beneficiariesfrom 80 to 65 years. Lt. Magwara speaking…
In his closing remarks, Mr. Mustafa Kikusa, the Principal Secretary in the office of theKasese District Chief Administrative Officer, congratulated older persons for reaching this important day. He encouraged them to continue guiding and mentoring young officers for the development of the community. END