By Leonard Kamugisha Akida,
NATIONAL
The Minister of Local Government, Raphael Magyezi, has directed all outgoing local government leaders across the country to hand over office and government assets by May 12.
In a circular dated April 13, 2026, addressed to district chairpersons, city mayors and municipal mayors, Magyezi said the term of office for current local government councils will officially expire on May 12. This follows the expiry of their term after the recently concluded General Elections.
“Out-going chairpersons are required to prepare comprehensive hand-over reports and hand-over all government assets in their possession to the respective Chief Administrative Officers or Town Clerks by the said date,” the minister stated.
According to the directive, newly elected local government councils will assume office between May 13 and May 29, in line with Article 291(2) of the Constitution.
Magyezi instructed Chief Administrative Officers and Town Clerks to ensure a smooth and orderly transition process in accordance with the law. He added that the directive also applies to lower local governments.
The minister further directed accounting officers to guide lower local government councils on the hand-over process and ensure compliance with the provisions of the Local Governments Act, Cap. 138.
Magyezi also commended outgoing leaders, including district chairpersons, city mayors, municipal leaders and chairpersons of town and sub-county councils, for their service.
“The tireless efforts of your leadership contributed immensely to the achievements of the NRM government and indeed responding to the aspirations of the people of Uganda,” he said.
He expressed optimism that the incoming councils would build on the achievements of the outgoing leaders to advance the country’s socio-economic transformation.
