Mukono District Local Government, through its Production Department, has taken another step in improving agricultural service delivery by enhancing the mobility of extension workers with the addition of two new motorcycles and a tuk tuk.
The two motorcycles were officially handed over to the fisheries and entomology sectors to strengthen their field operations. One motorcycle was allocated to the Seeta-Namuganga outreach subcounty production office, under the care of Mr. Mugabi Michael Julius, while the other was handed to the entomology sector.
Meanwhile, the tuk tuk, meant to support production workers on Kome Island, is still undergoing digital number plate processing at the Ministry of Works before it is delivered.
The new transport support, valued at approximately UGX 27 million, was funded under the Agricultural Extension Branch Development program.
According to Mr. Isebaiddu William, the Principal Fisheries Officer of Mukono District and the focal point person for budget and work plans in the production department, this investment aligns with the government’s broader strategy to expand and strengthen agricultural extension services across Mukono.
“We thank the government because the Ministry of Agriculture gave us a chance to guarantee withdrawals on our accounts to buy transport means. This year, we are planning to buy three more motorcycles for service deliverers with no means. Our target is to finalize this in five years, at least three motorcycles per year,” Mr. Isebaiddu explained.
The official handover was presided over by Dr. Fred Mukulu, the District Production Officer, who represented the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Ms. Elizabeth Namanda. While handing over the first motorcycle to the Seeta-Namuganga outreach area, Dr. Mukulu advised the caretaker, Mr. Mugabi, to prioritize security, ensure proper maintenance, and only service the motorcycle at recognized centers.
The second motorcycle, registration 502, was presented to the entomology sector. In her remarks,Dr Mukulu congratulated the sector upon the recognition, attributing the allocation to their dedication and commitment.
“We thank the entomology sector for being patient, hardworking, and cheerful. This recognition is well-deserved,” he said.
The addition of these transport means is expected to significantly improve outreach, efficiency, and timely service delivery in Mukono’s production department, particularly in the fisheries, entomology, and crop extension sectors.
This initiative demonstrates Mukono District Local Government’s continued commitment to supporting agriculture through improved service delivery.
With the government’s plan to steadily expand transport means over the next five years, the district anticipates better-equipped extension workers, more accessible agricultural services, and ultimately, improved productivity for farmers across the region.
