By Enos Masereka,
Kasese District Woman Member of Parliament, Hon. Florence Kabugho, has reiterated her call for community members to embrace a saving culture, emphasizing that the money accumulated through savings can be used for future development.
Hon. Kabugho made the remarks over the weekend while addressing members of seven Village Savings and Loans Groups in Kanyatsi–Kithoma Town Council, at Kanyatsi Church of Uganda. She also met with members of the “Obughuma Nimani” group in Karambi Sub-county.
The legislator explained that organized groups are more likely to attract financial assistance from Government than individuals.
She further pledged her continued support to all organized and registered village groups, noting that promoting financial inclusion among both men and women would ultimately benefit families and the wider community.
Presenting a report on behalf of the seven Savings and Loans Groups, Milton Kule Mbwarara who also serves as the Town Council Chairperson commended the groups for their positive contributions, including offering loans to members to help them start small businesses.
Hon. Florence and Mbwarara speaking…
However, he highlighted several challenges faced by entrepreneurs, including lack of market shelters, poor road infrastructure, and high taxes, particularly for those engaged in cross-border trade.
Earlier in the day, Hon. Kabugho had attended church services at Kibirigha Roman Catholic Church and St. Peter’s Kibirigha Church of Uganda, where she contributed to their ongoing construction projects. END