By Naome Namusoke/KMA Updates
Inspectorate of Government Concludes Wealth Declaration Exercise with 90% Compliance Rate
In a bid to promote transparency and accountability among public officials, the Inspectorate of Government (IG) directed all specified leaders to declare their income, assets, and liabilities in accordance with the Leadership Code Act Cap 33.
The declaration period officially began on 1st March 2025 and ended on 31st March 2025. Failure to comply with this directive is considered a breach of the law, which may result in penalties or legal action against non-compliant officials.
IGG:Betty Kamya.
Over 28,800 Leaders Declare Wealth, but 3,212 Fail to Comply
Just days after the declaration period ended, the Inspectorate of Government released a report on the compliance rate. Speaking at a press conference at the Uganda Media Centre, Hon. Betty Kamya, the Inspector General of Government (IGG), confirmed that:
28,856 leaders successfully submitted their income, asset, and liability declarations.
However, 3,212 leaders failed to comply despite being required to do so.
328 government institutions declared their wealth, with some municipalities achieving a 100% compliance rate.
“We recorded a 90% declaration submission by the leaders. However, six leaders, including some Ministers and Members of Parliament, failed to declare their wealth. These individuals will be summoned to explain their reasons for non-compliance.”
The IGG warned that officials who failed to declare their wealth would face strict consequences, including:
Summons and Investigations – Non-compliant leaders will be required to explain why they failed to submit their declarations.
Legal Action – Officials who do not provide satisfactory explanations risk prosecution under the Leadership Code Act.
Other Disciplinary Measures – Further penalties may be imposed depending on the severity of the violation.
“Public officials must understand that wealth declaration is a legal obligation. Failure to comply may lead to prosecution and other penalties.
The Inspectorate of Government also announced the dates for the next wealth declaration exercise for public officers. The next round of declarations will take place from 1st April to 30th April 2026.
Public officials were urged to prepare early and ensure compliance to avoid penalties.
“We urge all public officers to get ready for the next declaration exercise to avoid last-minute challenges. Transparency is key in fighting corruption
With a 90% compliance rate, the wealth declaration exercise has been largely successful. However, the Inspectorate of Government remains committed to holding all leaders accountable. As Uganda continues its fight against corruption and mismanagement, adherence to the Leadership Code Act will remain a top priority.
