The Inspectorate of Government (IG) has participated in the First Resumed 17th Session of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) Implementation Review Group, held from 31 August to 4 September 2026 at the Vienna International Centre in Vienna, Austria.

The IG was represented by the Director Legal Affairs, Ms. Hilda Talibba, who was part of the Ugandan delegation comprising representatives from the Directorate for Ethics and Integrity (DEI), Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA), Leadership Code Tribunal (LCT), Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs (MoJCA), Justice, Law and Order Sector (JLOS), Office of the Auditor General (OAG), and the Judiciary.

The delegation was headed by the Permanent Secretary, DEI, Mr. Dunstan Balaba.

The meeting brought together States Parties to the UNCAC to assess progress in the implementation of the Convention and strengthen international efforts to prevent and combat corruption.

The technical discussions focused on the performance of the UNCAC Implementation Review Mechanism, preparations for and implementation of the second phase of the review process, and progress in implementing key thematic areas of the Convention.

Participants also considered issues relating to technical assistance, financial and budgetary matters, gaps in national legal frameworks, and national, regional and international cooperation. The meeting provided an opportunity for States Parties to exchange information, good practices and experiences gained in implementing the Convention, as well as to identify areas requiring further strengthening.

As part of Uganda’s participation, the Head of Delegation, Mr. Balaba, delivered a country statement outlining Uganda’s implementation steps and efforts towards fulfilling its obligations under the UNCAC.

Uganda’s participation in the Implementation Review Group demonstrates the country’s continued engagement in international mechanisms aimed at strengthening anti-corruption systems, accountability, integrity and the rule of law.

The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala, has signed a condolence book in honour of the late Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV at the late King’s residence in Buziga, Kampala.

The IGG also met with the Prime Minister of Tooro Kingdom, Rt. Hon. Calvin Armstrong Rwomiire Akiiki, where she conveyed her heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family, Tooro Kingdom and the people of Tooro.

At this moment of profound grief, the Inspectorate of Government (IG) extends its heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family, Tooro Kingdom, His Majesty’s subjects and the people of Uganda.

May the Almighty God grant the bereaved family, Tooro Kingdom and the entire nation strength, comfort and solace during this difficult time. May the soul of the late Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV rest in eternal peace.

The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala, has welcomed newly recruited Inspectorate Officers to the Inspectorate of Government during an induction training at the Civil Service College, Jinja.

The five-day training, which began on 31st August 2026, is aimed at equipping the new officers with a deeper understanding of the Inspectorate's mandate, values, systems and expectations.

Welcoming the officers, the IGG congratulated them upon their appointment and reminded them that joining the Inspectorate comes with a great responsibility, given its critical role in promoting good governance, transparency, accountability, integrity and anti-corruption.

“You have not simply joined another public institution. You have joined an institution whose work directly affects the lives of citizens and the quality of public service delivery in our country,” she said.

Lady Justice Naluzze emphasised that integrity, professionalism and teamwork must define their work, saying, “the public expects us to be fair. They expect us to be professional. They expect us to act without fear or favour. Treat your colleagues with respect, share knowledge and learn from one another.”

She also urged the officers to take personal responsibility for their work by being punctual, meeting deadlines, maintaining proper records, protecting official information and following established procedures.

The IGG reminded the new officers that the Inspectorate ultimately exists to serve the people of Uganda, and that their work can have a direct impact on public service delivery and national development.

She encouraged the officers to embrace continuous learning and professional development, particularly as the nature of corruption evolves and technology creates new opportunities for both service delivery and abuse.

The IGG challenged the new officers to be agents of positive change within the institution and to continuously seek better ways of serving citizens.

Ms. Savia Mugwanya, the Commissioner Civil Service College Uganda, also an Inspectorate of Government Appointments Board Member representing the Ministry of Public Service, welcomed the IGG to the college and commended the Inspectorate for organising the induction programme.

Ms. Mugwanya urged the newly recruited officers to make full use of the knowledge and skills gained during the training and challenged them to become exemplary public officers in the execution of their duties.