The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of Kitagwenda District, Moses RK Dalili, has directed parish chiefs, sub-county chiefs and town clerks to intensify community sensitization on the government’s micro-irrigation programme as part of efforts to boost agricultural productivity and cushion farmers against prolonged dry spells.
Daliri made the remarks today while addressing parish chiefs, sub-county chiefs and town clerks during a Parish Development Model (PDM) engagement meeting held at the district headquarters.
Kitagwenda is among the districts frequently affected by prolonged drought, which often result in poor harvests, particularly for maize farmers who largely depend on rain-fed agriculture.
According to district officials, 55 farmers benefited from the Micro-scale Irrigation Programme during the 2024/2025 financial year.
In the current 2026/2027 financial year, four additional farmers are expected to receive support under the programme.