Tushabomwe says the government intends to multiply the camels in the next one and half years for milk production since its milk is highly nutritious, lactose-free and has a ready market within East Africa and the Arab Countries.
The IMF Directors also noted the need for continued revenue‑based fiscal consolidation, improved expenditure discipline, and a prudent fiscal management framework to ensure effective use of oil revenues once production begins.
Muzaidi Khemis, the mayor of Central Division, defended the increase, explaining that the new charges were part of a local revenue enhancement plan approved by the council. He also assured that they plan to engage and sensitize drivers about the changes.
Atkinson Ojara, the Lamogi Sub-County Chairperson says there is a need to streamline the crackdown to focus on stopping large-scale charcoal production instead of banning charcoal production completely without giving locals other energy alternatives for home use.
Brian Mugulusi, one of the leaders, expressed fears that some PAPs might miss out on the final compensation due to claims from SGR officials that many are illegal settlers in wetlands. Given the prolonged wait and two evaluation processes by the government, he questions the legitimacy of these claims.