By Enos Masereka,
Mr. Robinson Kalende, the Health Inspector of Kahokya Sub-county in Kasese District, has issued a public apology for derogatory statements he made live on radio that belittled the local community.
In a telephone interview during a popular program, “Good Morning Rwenzori,” on Kasese Guide Radio on Monday, Mr. Kalende while responding to allegations of abuse of office related to the examination of food handlers in Kahokya Market, admitted to the allegations but also made remarks that offended the people of Kahokya sparked outrage among the local residents. Mr. Kalende one speaking….
In response, the District Health Office, through the District Human Rights Defender, Mr. Ronald Kato, summoned Mr. Robinson Kalende, the Sub-county Authorities, KahokyaHealth Centre two incharge and the Boda-Boda Chairperson to a harmonization meeting held today in the Health Board Room.
During the meeting, Mr. Kalende publicly apologized for his remarks and received a formal caution regarding his conduct. Mr. Kalende two….
Mr. Nyesio Byamutima, the LC3 Chairperson; Ms. Paskezia Biira, the In-Charge of Kahokya Health Centre II; and Mr. Geoffrey Muhindo, Chairperson of Kahokya Boda-Boda Association, accepted the apology on behalf of the community. Mr. Byamutima and others speaking….
Mr. Ronald Kato, who chaired the mediation meeting, emphasized the need for peaceful co-existence and warned public servants against making derogatory statements. He urged civil servants to prioritize unity and professionalism in their engagements with the public. END