WECISNET LAUNCHES CITIZEN ACCOUNTABILITY PROJECT

Stakeholders during the launch at Blue Cuts Motel Koboko (Photo by Martin Anguyo)

By Martin Anguyo

Arua City

The West Nile Civil Society Network (WESCINET) has officially launched the West Nile Sub-Regional Citizen’s Service Delivery Aspirations Project, a transformative initiative designed to strengthen grassroots social accountability and promote inclusive development across the region.

The launch event, held at Blue Cuts Motel in Koboko District, brought together participants and stakeholders from Maracha and Yumbe Districts.

The gathering served as a platform to discuss shared aspirations, evaluate service delivery gaps, and explore ways to empower citizens in demanding transparency and good governance.

According to Mr. Feni Twaib, the Chief Executive Officer of WESCINET, the organization remains committed to “addressing key issues that hinder the socio-economic development of the West Nile region.”

He emphasized that civil society has a vital role to play in ensuring that citizens’ voices are heard and their needs reflected in policy and service delivery.

Ms. Juliet Akello, the Senior Program Associate at the Uganda National NGO Forum, urged local leaders and stakeholders to “actively implement the project’s objectives to achieve its intended impact.” She reiterated the importance of collaboration between citizens, government institutions, and development partners to ensure accountability at all levels.

Representing the citizens of West Nile, Ms. Florence Amaguru expressed optimism about the initiative, noting that “the community expects improved governance, transparency, and accountability from their leaders following the launch of this project.”

Meanwhile, Mr. Stephen Obitre, the LC5 Chairperson of Maracha District, emphasized that “public demand for accountability is essential in rebuilding trust between leaders and citizens, which ultimately enhances service delivery and integrity.”

Speaking at the event, Mr. Vuyaya Vuni Mathew, the Deputy Resident District Commissioner for Yumbe District, called upon all stakeholders to “embrace this civic engagement initiative not just institutionally, but also at an individual level, to create a culture of responsibility and ownership.”

Recent statistics indicate that service delivery in the West Nile sub-region remains a mix of progress and persistent challenges. While improvements have been seen in sectors such as education, health, and infrastructure, citizens continue to aspire for better quality, accessibility, and consistency—often constrained by limited funding, inadequate resources, and management inefficiencies.

As WESCINET’s new project takes root, stakeholders remain hopeful that this collaborative approach will foster a stronger sense of community participation and drive sustainable development across the West Nile sub-region.
 
 

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