The Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development has inaugurated and inducted the Public Investment Management Plus (PIMPLUS) Operation Technical Committee (OTC), reinforcing efforts to strengthen oversight, coordination, and accountability in public investment.
The induction ceremony, held at Speke Resort Munyonyo, was presided over by Director Budget Hannington Ashaba, who highlighted the importance of the committee in improving how government projects are planned, financed, and executed.
Ashaba said the Technical Committee would play a central role in ensuring that public investments are properly prepared and aligned with national priorities, while also addressing inefficiencies that have historically affected project delivery.
“The establishment of this Technical Committee is critical to ensuring that public investments are well-prepared, properly coordinated, and effectively implemented in line with our national development priorities,” he said.
PIMPLUS is a flagship reform initiative under the Public Finance Management Reform Strategy, aimed at strengthening public investment management systems and improving the stewardship of public assets.
The initiative is also a key enabler of the Fourth National Development Plan (NDP IV) and the Tenfold Growth Strategy, supporting better project preparation, budgeting, execution, and maintenance processes across government.
The newly formed committee brings together 29 members from 17 government institutions, reflecting a coordinated, multi-sectoral approach to managing public investments.
Officials say the committee will provide technical oversight, guide implementation efforts, and ensure that institutional plans are aligned with the Program Expenditure Framework.
The Ministry reiterated that the move is part of broader reforms intended to enhance efficiency in public spending, improve accountability, and accelerate the delivery of development outcomes.
