Mukono District — The Health Department of Mukono District has conducted its quarterly performance review meeting, calling for strengthened ethics, accountability, and improved service delivery across health facilities.
The meeting, held at the Mukono Municipality Council Headquarters on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, brought together health facility in-charges, medical superintendents, private health providers, religious leaders, and development partners to evaluate progress and address ongoing challenges within the district’s healthcare system.
Speaking at the meeting, the District Health Officer, Dr. Stephen Mulindwa, emphasized the importance of accurate data reporting, consistent availability of essential medicines, proper patient registration, routine immunization, and timely submission of reports. He described these as critical pillars for improving healthcare outcomes in the district.
Dr. Mulindwa urged health workers to uphold patriotism, professionalism, and medical ethics in the execution of their duties. He further encouraged continuous professional development to ensure high standards of patient care are maintained across all facilities.
Health facility leaders called for strengthened supervision, improved discipline, teamwork, and timely reporting to enhance operational efficiency and accountability. Religious leaders pledged to support the health department through community mobilization efforts aimed at increasing health service utilization and promoting public health awareness.
The meeting, chaired by Mukono Municipality Mayor Dr. Isaac Dumba, featured technical presentations on HIV prevention, maternal and child health, tuberculosis screening, and community outreach initiatives. Participants also discussed a collaborative HIV prevention study being implemented in partnership with Makerere University, Johns Hopkins University, and RTI International.
The quarterly review reaffirmed Mukono District’s commitment to strengthening accountability, enhancing health worker performance, and expanding access to quality healthcare services through collaboration, ethical conduct, and data-driven planning.
