Wakiso councillors warn new Service Commission against corruption, tribalism

What the report says

Wakiso District councillors have cautioned the newly approved District Service Commission to avoid corruption, bribery, tribalism, discrimination and favouritism as it begins handling recruitment and promotion of district staff. The warning came during the third sitting of the seventh session of the Wakiso District Council, where the council vetted and approved four commissioners to serve on the panel.

The approved members are Dr Timothy Mutesasira as chairperson, Bashir Sserunkuma and Majorine Kalemeera as members, and Najjuma Juliet as the representative of urban councils. Wakiso District Chairperson Eng Ian Kyeyune presented the nominees as experienced and committed, but said the council would not tolerate misconduct. Council Speaker Ibrahim Kazibwe also stressed that the commissioners will be monitored closely and are required to submit quarterly reports as provided for by law.

Chief Administrative Officer Jude Mark Bukenya said the commission’s appointment should help address staffing gaps in the district, including pending recruitment and promotion work. He said education and health will be prioritised because those sectors have been heavily affected by shortages. The commissioners pledged to serve transparently and restore public confidence.

Councillors also pressed for fair distribution of job opportunities across the district and urged the commission to give qualified young people from Wakiso a chance. In the same sitting, the council approved a supplementary health budget of Shs734.38 million for the 2025/26 financial year, with funds earmarked for measles-rubella immunisation and strengthening health systems, according to the district’s finance office.