By Our Reporter
Obongi– June 29, 2026: Youth leaders in Obongi District have registered the Obongi Youth Savings and Credit Cooperative Society Ltd to fight poverty and create wealth among young people.
Certificate handed over
Resident District Commissioner [RDC] Obongi Samuel Mpimbaza Hashaka today handed the registration certificate from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives to the new leaders. Assistant RDC Umuhoza Habiba Furaha witnessed the ceremony.
The certificate was received by newly elected Chairperson Desire Christopher, General Secretary Mawa Ismail, and Public Relations Officer Gift Said.
Museveni’s directive
The SACCO was formed following a meeting between President Yoweri Museveni and district youth leaders countrywide, where he advised youth to form SACCOs in all districts instead of remaining disunited.
Hashaka thanked Museveni for the guidance and congratulated Obongi youth for being among the first to register. He cautioned them against poor accountability and pledged an office at the President’s Office in Obongi.
Membership drive
ARDC Furaha, who is in charge of patriotism, challenged the youth to be patriotic and recruit more members.
Christopher said 30 youth have so far joined the SACCO and pledged to mobilize over 100 before the end of 2026. He thanked the RDC’s office for promoting government programs, fighting corruption, and offering free office space.
RDC Hashaka handing certificate to Desire Christopher. Caption: RDC Samuel Mpimbaza Hashaka hands the Obongi Youth SACCO registration certificate to Chairperson Desire Christopher. PHOTO/ COURTESY.
Obongi youth have registered the Obongi Youth SACCO Ltd to fight poverty. RDC Samuel Mpimbaza Hashaka handed over the MTIC certificate, offered office space, and cautioned leaders on accountability. The chairperson says 30 members have joined, targeting 100 by year-end.
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