
In Makindye Ssabagabo Municipality, Uganda, local leaders recently participated in an induction workshop focused on leveraging decentralisation to enhance public service delivery amid urban expansion. The workshop emphasized the importance of effective governance in achieving quality services, reflecting a commitment from newly elected political and technical leaders to strengthen local administration.
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