By lucky P
The Mayor-elect of Fort Portal City, Rev. Willy Kintu Muhanga, has unveiled an ambitious environmental and unity-driven agenda, pledging to plant at least 2,000 trees on his swearing-in day as a bold step toward environmental conservation and tourism promotion.
Speaking during his first meeting with the steering committee following his election victory on Friday last week, Muhanga revealed that he has already directed the Town Clerk to secure tree seedlings ahead of the ceremony.
He described the initiative as the foundation of a long-term campaign aimed at planting 200,000 trees over the next five years.
Muhanga emphasized that restoring the city’s green cover is critical to protecting its natural beauty and strengthening its position as a leading tourism destination in the Tooro sub-region.
Prioritize people’s needs
During the meeting, the Diocesan Secretary of Ruwenzori Diocese, Mr. Tumwesige David, advised the Mayor-elect to remain attentive to the needs and priorities of residents.
“For the sake of Tooro and Fort Portal City, we must work together to restore the city’s beauty and safeguard our natural heritage,” Muhanga said, calling for collective responsibility in environmental protection.
The Mayor-elect also disclosed plans to engage the District Executive Committee of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) to seek an audience with the President, with the aim of charting a clear development roadmap to make Fort Portal more competitive and economically vibrant.
Beyond environmental conservation, Muhanga outlined plans to promote sports development, boost tourism activities, organize city marathons, and strengthen community engagement programs. He stressed that the Office of the Mayor belongs to the people and pledged to introduce a monthly “Keep Fort Portal Clean Day” to mobilize residents in maintaining sanitation and public hygiene.
Concluding his remarks, Muhanga called for reconciliation and unity among residents and leaders, noting that peace, cooperation, and shared vision are essential for sustainable development and the transformation of Fort Portal City.