APAC, UGANDA: Apac District Local Government has launched eight water supply projects worth Shs179.6 million in a major effort to expand access to safe and clean water in underserved communities.
The projects, to be implemented in the 2025/2026 financial year, are spread across six sub-counties and are expected to reduce water scarcity and improve public health outcomes.
Presiding over the handover ceremony at Chegere Primary School, Resident District Commissioner Andrew Onyuk issued a stern warning to the contractor against delays and substandard work.
“We are not going to tolerate shoddy work or unnecessary delays,” Onyuk said. “This money belongs to the people of Apac, and they deserve quality services.”
He emphasised that the projects are critical to improving livelihoods in rural communities. “Access to safe water is a basic right. These projects must reduce disease, save time, and restore dignity to our people,” he added.
Onyuk warned that his office will closely monitor implementation to ensure accountability. “My office will not sit back. We shall monitor progress to ensure what is planned is delivered on the ground,” he said.
District Water Officer Patrick Opio described the intervention as timely, noting that several communities still depend on unsafe water sources.
“Some of our communities have been relying on unsafe water for years. With these new facilities, we expect a significant reduction in waterborne diseases,” Opio said.
He added that project sites were selected based on need and population pressure, with technical teams assigned to oversee quality and compliance.
District Secretary for Finance and Administration Andrew Awany stressed the need for accountability in the use of public funds. “This is taxpayers’ money, and it must be protected. We expect value for every shilling invested,” Awany said.
He warned against any form of mismanagement or shortcuts during implementation. “The people of Apac are watching, and they deserve the best,” he noted.
Principal Assistant Secretary Janet Odongo called for coordination among stakeholders to ensure successful delivery. “From technical staff to local leaders and the contractor, everyone must play their role effectively,” she said.
She reaffirmed the district’s commitment to providing oversight and support throughout the project lifecycle.
Local leaders and residents expressed optimism that the projects will ease the burden of long-distance water collection and improve sanitation and hygiene in the communities.
As implementation begins, district authorities have made their expectations clear—deliver quality work, meet timelines, and ensure the projects transform lives.
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