Kabarole District has trained key stakeholders on the use of the State of the Parish Economy and Assets Report, commonly known as SPEAR, in a move aimed at strengthening data management and leadership within Parish Development Model SACCOs.
The one-day training, held yesterday at the district headquarters in Kitumba, brought together district officials, sub-county and parish leaders, as well as community development officers. It focused on improving coordination, accountability, and service delivery at the parish level.
District PDM Focal Person Kenneth Muzoora emphasized the need for strong and transparent leadership in SACCOs, highlighting proper record-keeping, regular member engagement, and accountability as critical to building trust and ensuring the success of the programme.
District Planner Binta Robert called for accurate and timely data collection, noting that reliable data is essential for effective planning, budgeting, and monitoring of development interventions.
Assistant Chief Administrative Officer Mugarra Marvin expressed confidence that the training would enhance teamwork and improve implementation of PDM activities, ultimately boosting household incomes across the district.
He also reminded public officers to declare their assets to the Inspectorate of Government before the April 30th deadline, warning of legal consequences for non-compliance.
In a related move, the Deputy Resident District Commissioner Jane Benuza cautioned against misuse of SACCO funds and urged leaders to uphold integrity. She also raised concern over rising domestic violence cases, calling for dialogue and peaceful conflict resolution within families.
The district says it remains committed to closely monitoring PDM activities to ensure meaningful socio-economic transformation.