Tooro Kingdom to construct decent houses for elderly, needy people

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The Tooro Kingdom has partnered with Habitat for Humanity Uganda to construct affordable housing for the elderly to see that they live a decent life.

The Prime Minister of Tooro Kingdom Armstrong Rwomiire on June 26th pledged to support the initiative of building affordable houses for the needy community.

"We are going to work with partners to build 10 houses worth 25 million each year and this initiative will create jobs for the youth," he said during a press conference held at the office of Habitat for Humanity.

"We would like to see that every time the Omunkama of Tooro visits the community he should cut a tape to commission a house for the disadvantaged people. By doing this it will enable people to construct better houses where they are secure." 

"Signing of the memorandum symbolizes a shared commitment to improve the living conditions of their citizens and fostering sustainable development, ensuring that every family has a safe place to live in” Rwomiire said.

Paul Okiring, the National Director Habitat for Humanity Uganda (second from left), Tooro Kingdom's Attorney General Richard Rwabwogo and Astrong Rwomiire, the Prime Minister of Tooro Kingdom sign a Memorandum of Understanding to construct houses for the elderly in Tooro Kingdom at Kyaliwajala on June 26, 2025.

He made the remarks at the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Habitat for Humanity Uganda head offices in Kira Municipality, Wakiso. 

Paul Okiring, the National Director Habitat for Humanity Uganda and  Agaba Vincent, the Tooro Minister of Lands and Housing witnessed the events.

Addressing different stakeholders, Rwomiire added that access to adequate housing is a fundamental human right and it is our collective responsibility to make this right a reality for all.

"Habitat for Humanity has been a long-time beacon of hope, working tirelessly to empower communities and transform lives through its innovative housing solutions. We are going to see that people build affordable homes, improve infrastructure and promote sustainable practices that will not only enhance the quality of life but also preserve the cultural heritage of our land,” he added.

Agaba Vincent, the Tooro Minister of Lands and Housing revealed that each of the new housing units will have  "a solar unit,  toilet facility, eco kitchen and water tank.

The meeting was attended by the Kingdom's Attorney General, Richard Rwabwogo and Tourism Minister Joan Rwabwogo.