Kampala – In a surprise vote, Uganda’s Parliament voted to remove the Shs1.7 billion service award earmarked for senior civil servants in the 2026/27 national budget. The award, proposed by the Ministry of Public Service, had sparked public outcry over perceived elitism and misuse of funds. Lawmakers argued that the money should be redirected to health, education, and infrastructure projects in underserved regions. The decision was hailed by civil society groups as a victory for fiscal transparency, though some senior officials expressed disappointment, claiming the award was meant to retain talent within the public sector.
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