By Patriot Corps
Kampala, Uganda – President Yoweri Museveni is set to resume his national assessment tour on the Parish Development Model (PDM) in Eastern Uganda next week, starting with the Bukedi Sub-Region. The tour, scheduled for November 6, 2024, aims to assess the progress of the government’s grassroots economic initiatives across the region, with a focus on poverty alleviation and sustainable development.
According to a statement from the Presidential Press Unit (PPU) on Wednesday, October 30, the President’s tour will include meetings with local leaders, technical staff, and public rallies at multiple venues across the districts. Vice President Jessica Alupo confirmed the resumption of the tour in a phone interview with this site, stating, “The President is committed to ensuring that the Parish Development Model is making a real difference in our communities, and this tour is essential for understanding the successes and challenges faced by these initiatives.”
The PDM tour series, which began last year under the theme “Wealth Creation and Prosperity for All,” highlights several government programs aimed at economic empowerment, including the Four-Acre Model, Emyooga, and other livelihood initiatives. The President has previously toured the Acholi, West Nile, and Greater Masaka sub-regions, engaging with community members and assessing the programs’ impact on local economic development.
Ahead of this upcoming tour, Alupo highlighted the enthusiasm from the public, especially in Bukedi, Teso, and Karamoja, following the President’s earlier visits. “People are very eager to engage with the President,” she added. “They’ve seen the tangible benefits in other regions, and they’re looking forward to discussing how the Parish Development Model can continue to empower their communities.”
As Museveni embarks on the next leg of this national tour, the PDM initiative continues to be a cornerstone of the government’s strategy to uplift grassroots communities, targeting poverty reduction and fostering economic resilience across Uganda.
