Mukono District Local Government

Mukono District Local Government is situated in Uganda’s Central Region, with its administrative headquarters in the town of Mukono. The district encompasses both urban and rural areas, playing a pivotal role in regional development through governance, service delivery, infrastructure, and agriculture.

🌍 Overview of Mukono District

• Geographical Location: Mukono District is bordered by Kayunga District to the north, Buikwe District to the east, Kalangala District to the south-west, Kira Town and Wakiso District to the west, and Luweero District to the north-west. The town of Mukono serves as the district headquarters and is approximately 21 km east of Kampala, Uganda’s capital.

• Population: As per the 2014 census, the district had a population of 596,804 residents.

• Economic Activities: The district’s economy is primarily based on agriculture, with significant contributions from trade and services due to its proximity to Kampala.

🏛️ Administrative Structure

Mukono District Local Government operates under Uganda’s decentralized governance system, comprising:

• District Council: The legislative body responsible for policy formulation and oversight.

• District Executive Committee: Led by the District Chairperson, this committee implements council decisions and oversees daily operations.

• Chief Administrative Officer (CAO): The chief accounting officer and head of the public service in the district, responsible for coordinating administrative functions.

• Technical Departments: These include Health, Education, Works, Natural Resources, and more, each managed by sector-specific officers.

📞 Contact Information

For inquiries or further information, you can reach out to Mukono District Local Government through the following channels:

• Official Website: https://mukono.go.ug

• Contact Page: https://mukono.go.ug/contact

• Postal Address: P.O. Box 110, Mukono, Uganda

• Telephone: +256 414 290203 / +256 414 290204

• Email: info@mukonomunicipalcouncil.go.ug