Peter Wandera

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

Ms. Akiiki Eunice, Officer Performance Monitoring @PPDAUganda taking participants through the Procurement Planning Template used to capture procurement plan details like construction, consultancies to be uploaded onto the Government Procurement Portal.

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

During the Training on the Government Procurement Portal (GPP) happening now in Yumbe, the DCAO Dr. Coxmoses Nsubinga in his welcome remarks pledged to be present for the 2-days training as they look forward to learning more about the reforms from PPDA which include the utilization of the GPP to enhance transparency and accountability for improved service delivery in Yumbe.

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

Mr. Arnold Illango Officer, Performance Monitoring @PPDAUganda commenced the training by introducing participants to the PPDA website and demonstrating the various sections available on the platform. He explained that the Government Procurement Portal (GPP) is one of the key components of the PPDA website and serves as a central platform for publishing and accessing public procurement information.

He further explained that the @GovUganda is gradually transitioning towards electronic government procurement (e-GP), which enables procurement processes to be conducted online. At the time of the training, 36 government entities were actively utilizing the e-GP system as pilot institutions to assess its effectiveness and efficiency.

He noted that the primary purpose of the GPP is to enhance transparency and accountability in public procurement by making procurement information publicly accessible. The platform serves as a repository for procurement documents and provides stakeholders with an opportunity to monitor procurement activities and hold responsible officers accountable.

Mr. Arnold highlighted several key features of the GPP, including:
* Publication of procurement plans.
* Advertisement of bid invitations and procurement opportunities.
* Publication of Best Evaluated Bidder notices.
* Disclosure of contract award information.
* Publication of suspended providers.
* Access to procurement statistics and reports.

He emphasized that the portal allows citizens, civil society organizations, media practitioners and service providers to track procurement opportunities and contract awards in real time. In many respects, the platform serves as a digital notice board for government procurement activities.

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

Mr. Tabu Job the DCAO of Obongi District in his welcome remarks highlighted that digital procurement aligns with current government policy directions and offers practical benefits, including reduced administrative costs. He cited the high costs associated with traditional procurement advertising methods and noted that the GPP provides a more cost-effective alternative.

He observed that procurement remains one of the most critical functions within government operations and that corruption manifests in various forms throughout service delivery systems. He therefore welcomed the government's shift toward digital procurement processes, describing the Government Procurement Portal as an important tool for improving transparency, efficiency, and accountability.
@PPDAUganda @Accu_Ug @DKinUganda @petwander

[Lilian Zawedde Senteza @zawelilian]

It was indeed a fulfilling retreat. Thanks to all the participants for making this possible #CPI2025.

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

The 2-days National Multi-stakeholder retreat on the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) ended with a group of the participants from the different MDAs, CSOs, Private Sector and Academia. #CPI2025 @IGGUganda @OAG_Uganda @Accu_Ug @PSF_Uganda @mofpedU @DKinUganda @AntiGraft_SH

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

~We have discussed multi-thronged approaches to combating corruption. We have also interrogated systemic gaps, particularly in local government structures, tax compliance, asset declaration, asset confiscation~. Ms. Rebecca Atwine Asst. Presidential Advisor on Anti-Corruption.

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

Mr. Paul Banoba @PaulBanoba in his presentation mentions that unlike general public surveys that focus on citizens views, the CPI specifically aggregates the views of business experts and country analysts. #CPI2025 @Accu_Ug @DKinUganda @OAG_Uganda @RAC_Uganda @IGGUganda

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

Mr. Wandera Peter the Executive Director of TI-Uganda presented the definitive rankings and scores for the 2025 cycle which indicate that no country has yet achieved a perfect score of 100 and none scored 0. However, a staggering two-thirds of the world scored below 50. #CPI2025

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

Prof Kiwanuka Micheal has made a presentation on corruption trends since 2018 highlighting that Uganda's progress is still stagnated due to factors like selective access to justice and challenges in successfully prosecuting high-level "big fish" cases. #CPI2026

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

Mr. Simon Businge @PPDAUganda outlined their shift toward systemic reforms:
·The PPDA Law now explicitly include various corruption-related offenses.
·PPDA is moving toward full digitization of the procurement process to minimize human interference and increase transparency.

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

Today’s discussion has helped us move beyond the numbers of the CPI to understand the real drivers and impacts of corruption. Tomorrow, we build on this by focusing on actionable solutions and collective responsibility. #CPI2025 @IGGUganda @Accu_Ug @DKinUganda @ethicsug

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

The retreat will bring together different MDAs, CSOs, Private sector, academia and media to understand the Uganda's Corruption Perception Index (CPI) and brainstorm on how to make it better from the current score of 25 to at least 31 as targeted in the NDPIV #CPI2025 @IGGUganda

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

Hon.Augustine Ruzindana the founding member of TI-Uganda in his remarks categorizes corruption in 3 distinct levels;
*Corruption of Persons
*Corruption of Systems
*Corruption of Process
Which all affect service delivery both at national and local government level. #CPI2025

[Next Radio 106.1FM @nextradio_ug]

David Kizito: We need to cut our cloth to fit the size we have, and I don’t think that’s a conversation Parliament is ready to have.

#NextBigTalk #NextRadioUg

[TaxJusticeAllianceUG @taxalliance_ug]

What if we increase MPs’ salaries and reduce their allowances—so they have a more taxable income and contribute their fair share to the national budget? — Mr. David Kizito, Program Officer, Transparency International Uganda

#TaxJusticeUG #SEATINIOnBudget25

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

We wish to celebrate this Easter with the entire #Christian community. May the resurrection of Christ help us to carry forward values of Integrity, Justice and selflessness.
Let's build a Uganda rooted on fundamentals of Transparency and Accountability.
Happy and Blessed #Easter

[NTV UGANDA @ntvuganda]

Watch #EbigamboTebitta LIVE | https://t.co/Lm8YHJiOz9 https://t.co/t77EXzsZuX

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

#Event Alert; ARFSD-11, @anticorruption and @tiuganda1 will be hosting a side event focusing on corruption as a barrier to gender equality and inclusion in Public service delivery. Make sure you secure your spot to attend

[Transparency International Uganda @tiuganda1]

Uganda shall be Hosting the 11th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD-11). and @tiuganda1 and @anticorruption shall host an event on 8th April 2025 to discuss: "Breaking Corruption barriers to gender equality and inclusion in public service delivery in Africa -multi stakeholders approach
This Forum is themed on: "Driving Job Creation and Economic Growth through Sustainable, Inclusive, Science- and Evidence-Based Solutions for Agenda 2030 and Agenda 2063".