The Chief Coordinator of Operation Wealth Creation (OWC), Gen. (Rtd) Caleb Akandwanaho, commonly known as Gen Salim Saleh, has called for a review of cage-fishing projects along the River Nile in Moyo, Mayuge and Amolatar districts, as well as coffee-growing activities in Patongo.
Gen Saleh made the call during a stakeholder meeting at Kirema Heritage Farm in Nakaseke District, where he stressed the need for closer supervision of agricultural programmes and greater investment in fish farming.
He said stronger oversight and investment are important to improving household incomes, creating employment opportunities and expanding farmers’ access to markets.
The meeting also assessed key government priorities in the fisheries sector, including financing, protection of fish breeding grounds, regulation of fishing activities and community empowerment.
State Minister for Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, Hon. Robert Migadde, urged stakeholders to maintain high standards in fish production, saying this would help strengthen Uganda’s competitiveness in regional markets.
Meanwhile, OWC has completed a series of senior leadership handovers following recent appointments within the organisation.
Maj. Gen. (Rtd) David Wakaalo handed over the Directorate of Political Affairs to Brig. Gen. (Rtd) Jacob Asimwe, while Brig. Gen. (Rtd) JB Mulindwa handed over the Fruits and Horticulture Units to Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Mateeka.
Dr Fred Muhumuza also handed over the Directorate of Investment and Private Sector Development to Mr Allio Emmanuel Ewaku.
Hon. Sarah Kaitaike Ndoboli, who was recently appointed Principal Adviser to Gen. Saleh, also handed over her previous responsibilities as part of the leadership transition.
The changes are part of OWC’s efforts to align its leadership structure with its programmes and strengthen coordination in agriculture, investment, political affairs and other areas of development.
