Authorities have launched investigations into an alleged corruption network within the Kayunga District Service Commission, where public jobs are said to have been sold to unsuspecting applicants at a cost estimated at UGX 840 million.
In a statement issued on Sunday, Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara Ateenyi praised residents of Kayunga for coming forward with information that triggered the ongoing probe.
The minister described the revelations as a bold step in confronting entrenched corruption in local government structures.
“I commend the people of Kayunga for courageously exposing corruption in the District Service Commission. It is estimated that fake jobs worth approximately UGX 840 million were sold through the Commission Secretary,” Ateenyi said.
The alleged scheme reportedly involved fraudulent recruitment processes, where individuals were asked to pay for non-existent or irregularly allocated positions within the district administration.
The matter has drawn widespread concern, raising questions about transparency and oversight in public hiring systems.
According to the minister, members of the public have played a key role in advancing the investigation, with several individuals already recording statements with authorities.
“For the past two weeks, many members of the public have been calling and providing valuable information. I also extend my sincere appreciation to the State House Anti-Corruption Unit for taking swift action. Several individuals have already recorded statements as investigations continue,” he added.
The State House Anti-Corruption Unit has since taken over the case, working alongside other agencies to establish the full extent of the alleged malpractice and identify those responsible.
Ateenyi emphasized the need for systemic reforms across local government offices, warning that corruption undermines public trust and service delivery.
“We must work together to clean up our local government offices at every level. Public jobs are a trust, not a commodity for sale. Corruption has no place in public service, and anyone found responsible should be held accountable in accordance with the law,” he said.
The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities expected to announce further action as more evidence emerges.