In a decisive response to the findings of the Inspector General of Government (IGG) report concerning the Kiteezi Landfill disaster,H.E the President of the Republic of Uganda has exercised his
constitutional authority under Article 172 (1) (a) of the 1995 Constitution to dismiss several key officials of the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) in the public interest due to significant
evidence of criminal negligence.
The President has dismissed the following KCCA officials:Executive DirectorMrs. Dorothy Kisaka,Engineer David Luyimbazi Deputy Executive Director andDr. Daniel Okello-Director of Public Health.
The IGG’s report clearly outlined the severe oversight and negligence exhibited by these officials.
In light of these findings, the President has called upon the criminal Investigations Department (CID) and other crime management agencies to thoroughly investigate the matter further,focusing on the angle of criminal negligence associated with this distressing event.
To ensure a swift transition in leadership, the President has
directed the Public Service Commission to advertise the positions of Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director, and Director of Public Health, with a goal of appointing new officials within three
months.
Additionally, the Minister for Kampala is tasked with advising the president on interim appointments for these crucial positions to ensure that operations within KCCA continue without disruption until permanent replacements are in place.
The President remains committed to upholding accountability and
maintaining the highest standards of governance for the benefit of
all citizens.
