MUGABE R
The Senior Community Development Officer for Rukungiri District, Mr. JohnBosco Twesigomwe, has urged women to defend their position as wives when given the opportunity to participate in development and to avoid losing their families in the process. He delivered this message today, Friday 7th March 2025, during the 5th Anniversary celebrations of Women Save at Palm Royale Hotel in Southern Division, Rukungiri Municipality, which brought together women from Rukungiri and Kanungu Districts.
Women Save is a non-governmental organization funded by Marie Muntalucci from California, USA. The organization focuses on transforming the lives of women in these regions by prioritizing financial literacy, savings culture, electronic finance, and innovations aimed at integrating women into the economy.
Mr. JohnBosco acknowledged the privilege of women’s emancipation and urged women to always comply with their duties to avoid domestic violence that can arise from pride in their contributions.
He also condemned the practice of multiple borrowing, which he said has devastated families, leading to self-exile as parents escape from the pressures of loans.
Dickson Tibigambwa, the Rukungiri Municipal Community Development Officer, commended Women Save for its long-standing impact, noting that, unlike many organizations that arise and collapse, Women Save has successfully equipped women with knowledge and skills to generate wealth, rather than relying on handouts that dry up.
Lawrence Bananukire, the Western Division Officer of Rukungiri Municipality, praised Women Save for complementing the government’s efforts in transforming families. He highlighted the negative mindset that locks people in poverty, emphasizing the importance of embracing innovations, such as those being implemented by Women Save, to overcome such challenges.
Amon Ariyo Tusingwire, the Country Director for Women Save, delivered gratitude on behalf of Executive Director Marie Muntalucci from California. He emphasized the key objective of the organization—empowering women with financial knowledge and providing safer saving options to help them overcome disasters that often derail their progress.
The project beneficiaries also shared their success stories. Covenant Nowamaani from Rwerere Town Council, Racheal Katushabe, and Kiconco Darlen from Western Division praised Women Save for empowering them to pay school fees, acquire land for family development, and improve their household standards of living. They also expressed their commitment to continuing their support for the organization.
This celebration marks a significant milestone in Women Save’s mission to uplift women in Western Uganda and foster economic independence
