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Earlier today, the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Obwen’engo bwa Bugwe and Tieng Adhola cultural institutions to strengthen the production and use of official statistics in advancing their development priorities.
The agreements will promote the systematic collection and sharing of administrative and community-level data to inform evidence-based planning, policy formulation and the monitoring of development programmes.
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Dr Mukiza emphasised that quality administrative data is critical to national planning and urged the leaders of the two cultural institutions to ensure that data generated within their communities is accurate, timely and relevant to national development priorities.
He added that the data would support efforts to address challenges such as; poverty and violence against women and girls, as well as facilitating the monitoring and evaluation of Government programmes and interventions.
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Speaking during the signing ceremony, the Executive Director of UBOS, Dr Chris N. Mukiza, said stronger collaboration with cultural institutions would contribute to improving the availability and quality of administrative data, particularly information on births, deaths, immigration and emigration.
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In his remarks, the Prime Minister of Tieng Adhola Cultural Institution, Obbo R. Josel, commended UBOS for its leadership and the successful conduct of the National Population and Housing Census 2024. He noted that the MoU provides an opportunity for the institution to participate actively in ensuring that information about its population is accurately captured and regularly updated.
“The Tieng Adhola Cultural Institution is committed to working closely with UBOS to strengthen data collection and ensure that reliable statistics are available to inform planning and development within the community,” Mr Obbo said.
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Representing Obwen’engo bwa Bugwe, Deputy Prime Minister Charles Wadenya appreciated UBOS for creating an enabling environment through which the cultural institution can regularly generate and use information about its people.
“The signing of the MoU is an important milestone that will enable the cultural institution to participate more actively in the generation and use of statistics for planning and development,” Mr Wadenya said.
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The partnership between UBOS and the two cultural institutions is expected to strengthen the National Statistical System (NSS) by expanding statistical production at the community level and improving the availability of disaggregated, timely and reliable data for decision-making.
It also demonstrates UBOS’s commitment to working with cultural institutions and other stakeholders to improve Uganda’s statistical system and ensure that official statistics reflect the realities and needs of communities across the country.
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Earlier this week, the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) commenced a week-long pre-retirement workshop for its second cohort of staff aged 55 years and above at Kabalega Resort in Hoima.
Held under the theme, “Preparing for a Fulfilling Post-Retirement Life,” the workshop is supporting participants to reflect on the transition from active service and prepare for the next chapter of their lives. The workshop, which commenced on 3rd August and concludes on 8th August 2026, focuses on emotional and psychological well-being, guidance for successful retirement, and the key elements of a happy and fulfilling post-retirement life.
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In his welcome remarks, Mr Godfrey Adroa, the Head of Human Resource UBOS underscored the importance of preparing for life after retirement. He informed participants on their benefits and gratuity and encouraged them to make full use of the knowledge and guidance provided during the retreat.
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Today marks a defining moment in our journey as we break ground for the construction of the new Statistics House in Entebbe.
The facility will provide the infrastructure needed to expand our capacity in data production, processing, innovation, and dissemination as we continue delivering quality official statistics for national development.
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UBOS Board Chairman Mr. Albert Byamugisha: The groundbreaking of Statistics House represents a major milestone in UBOS’ commitment to building a stronger and more sustainable national statistical system.
This investment reflects the confidence placed in UBOS and the importance of statistics in shaping Uganda’s policies, programmes, and development agenda.
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.@mofpedU@henrymusasizi1: Today, we celebrate a significant step in strengthening Uganda’s statistical infrastructure with the groundbreaking of the new UBOS Statistics House.
I commend the UBOS Board, leadership, and management for their dedication and resilience in bringing this important project to life.
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“We committed to give UBOS the necessary support so that it can continue providing evidence for decision-making.” Hon. Henry Musasizi, Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (@mofpedU).
In his remarks during the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Statistics House, Entebbe Office, Hon. Henry Musasizi commended the Bureau’s leadership for steering the institution to this milestone and reaffirmed Government’s commitment to strengthening the production of official statistics for evidence-based planning and national development.
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“I congratulate the UBOS Board, Management and staff on reaching the groundbreaking stage for Statistics House, Entebbe Office. This milestone reflects years of focused leadership, resilience and commitment to strengthening Uganda’s National Statistical System,” said Hon. Henry Musasizi, Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (@mofpedU).
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“This modern Statistics House, Entebbe office will strengthen Uganda’s National Statistical System and enhance the country’s capacity to support evidence-based planning, policy formulation and national development,” said Dr. Chris N. Mukiza, @UBOS_ED.
The facility will also provide a permanent data processing centre for censuses and other large-scale surveys, reducing the need to hire temporary operational space.
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📸 The construction of Statistics House, Entebbe Office, was officially launched by Hon. Henry Musasizi, Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, alongside Dr Albert Byamugisha, UBOS Board Chair, Dr Chris N. Mukiza, @UBOS_ED, and other dignitaries.
The groundbreaking ceremony marked the formal commencement of construction of the new facility, which will provide a permanent home for the Bureau’s Entebbe operations.
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“We are here to break ground for the construction of the new Statistics House, Entebbe Office which is a significant milestone in such a way that we are looking forward to bid for hosting the East African Statistics Headquarters. One of the requirements is to have a home, and one wing of this building will be reserved for that purpose,”said Hon. Henry Musasizi, Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development.
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The survey is expected to strengthen planning and decision-making in Uganda’s building sector by providing Government, investors, development partners and other stakeholders with accurate and timely statistics on the country’s building stock.
The findings will also support improved regulation of the construction sector, enhanced public safety, sustainable urban development and the realization of Uganda’s national development agenda.
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To support effective implementation, UBOS and NBRB agreed to establish a Joint Technical Committee that will oversee the survey methodology, questionnaire development, pilot testing, field operations, data processing, validation and dissemination of results.
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The Baseline Survey of Buildings will establish a comprehensive inventory of buildings across Uganda and generate key statistics on the country’s building sector. The findings will support infrastructure planning, regulation of the construction industry, disaster risk reduction, monitoring of building standards and evidence-based policy formulation.
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Under the MoU, the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) will provide technical leadership in survey design, statistical methodology, quality assurance, data processing, analysis and dissemination of findings, while National Building Review Board (NBRB) will coordinate survey implementation, mobilize resources and provide technical expertise on building inspection, standards and regulatory compliance.
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