The Uganda Prisons Service (UPS) SACCO has held a successful Annual General Meeting (AGM), marked by strong financial performance, improved service delivery, and renewed commitment to supporting staff welfare.
Presiding over the AGM, the Commissioner General of Prisons, Can. Dr. Johnson Byabashaija, reflected on the humble beginnings of the SACCO and the journey it has taken to become a reliable financial pillar for staff.
He recalled that in 2005, when efforts were made to revive the SACCO, the saving culture among staff had almost collapsed. At the time, many officers were struggling under heavy bank loans, and the SACCO was unable to provide meaningful support.
Dr. Byabashaija noted that he personally took the initiative to mobilize staff to join the SACCO, emphasizing it as the only sustainable solution to their financial challenges. Today, he expressed pride in the SACCO’s transformation, citing its steady growth and its ability to support members financially.
The Chairperson of the SACCO Supervisory Committee, Mr. Samuel Akena, Deputy Commissioner General of Prisons, presented a detailed oversight report highlighting key areas of focus. These included compliance with regulatory requirements, strengthening risk management systems, and reviewing audit processes to ensure accountability.
