Deputy RDC Urges Trustworthiness to Revitalize PIBID
William Katsigazi Donanto, the Deputy Resident District Commissioner for Bushenyi has expressed deep concern over the decline of local societies which he believes has hindered community development due to a lack of reliable leadership.
Katsigazi pointed out that numerous cooperatives have collapsed under the management of self-serving leaders whose motives do not align with the success of these organizations. He urged current leaders to remain vigilant and dedicated to fostering the growth of cooperatives in their communities.
His comments were made during the annual general meeting of the Presidential Initiative on Banana Industrial Development (PIBID) held yesterday Wednesday October 23 for the Tooke cooperatives which saw participation from over 24 cooperatives across the greater Ankole region.
Katsigazi emphasized the importance of trustworthiness among leaders when managing farmers’ funds stating that cooperatives can thrive if their leaders are willing to be accountable.
George Ruyondo, chairman of the Kazo Banana Growers Cooperative Society praised PIBID for its initiative affirming that agricultural development is key to eradicating poverty.
Meanwhile, Celian Muhumuza chairman of the Bumbaire Banana Farmers Cooperative which was recognized as the top supplier of bananas in the region credited their success to the farmers’ dedication to their Tooke factory.
In the ranking of cooperative societies, Bumbaire Banana Farmers Cooperative secured the top position, followed closely by Kazo Banana Growers Cooperative Society.
