Senior Reporter
Ms. Winfred Kyomukama, the Deputy Resident District Commissioner of Ntungamo, has called upon local leaders to actively disseminate information to the community regarding the upcoming national housing and population census. She emphasized the importance of improving compliance and dispelling myths surrounding the census.
During the launch of the advocacy and publicity committee for the census, Ms. Kyomukama asserted that it is the responsibility of political and civil service leaders to debunk myths and educate the population about the necessity of the census. She noted that certain religious and cultural norms might oppose the counting of people and their property.
The District Chairperson, Sam Mucunguzi Rwakigoba, highlighted the need for open discussions on key census issues in public to increase awareness and garner acceptance ahead of the scheduled census date. He stressed that significant successes could be achieved through proactive community engagement.
Didas Amwesiga Mukuru, the District Census Officer, outlined that the census will adhere to the key questions outlined by the president, focusing on simplicity. Additionally, sub-county and parish advocacy committees will be established to enhance information flow.
The census is set to take place at the beginning of May 2024, with May 10 designated as the census night. The entire census operation will span 10 days. The launch of the committee, held at the Ntungamo District Council Hall, saw the participation of various political and civil servants.
