Museveni Pledges Industrial Park, More PDM Funding as Yumbe Residents Demand New Districts and Border Security
Yumbe District | October 16, 2025 — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has announced plans to boost economic development in Yumbe District through increased funding under the Parish Development Model (PDM), the establishment of an industrial park, and the creation of a model farm to promote modern agricultural practices.
Speaking during a visit to Yumbe on Thursday morning, the NRM presidential candidate revealed that nearly Shs 60 billion has already been disbursed to households in the district through the PDM program. He said the next phase will focus on speeding up disbursements and ensuring stronger monitoring and supervision.
“The PDM program has already delivered nearly Shs 60 billion in Yumbe to households, helping families enter the money economy. In the next phase, we will enhance fund delivery for faster disbursement and better supervision,” President Museveni said.
The President also lauded the people of Yumbe for donating land for a model farm, which will be used to demonstrate modern farming techniques and produce seedlings for cocoa, coffee, and fruits, with the aim of transforming agriculture and reducing poverty.
“This farm will be a model for wealth creation, helping farmers embrace commercial agriculture,” he added.
Museveni further announced plans to set up an industrial park in the district to boost job creation and stimulate local industries.
