Residents of Abako and christians of Oliaka St. Paul Church of Uganda became excited and optimistic on Saturday, May 16, 2026.
Addressing the gathering, Deputy RDC Obonyo Magwar affirmed that the area is a prime ground for tailored tourist activities.
He noted that transforming the site into a tourism hub is a direct recipe for generating sustainable wealth across the entire community.
In a revelation that surprised many, Magwar highlighted the presence of local monkey populations within the centre of Uganda.
He described monkeys as “beautiful, friendly animals” that can be integrated into the visitor experience. Consistent food supplies and gentle human interaction will make them a core attraction, he noted.
Drawing inspiration from London’s world-famous Trafalgar Square, where millions of tourists gather to feed birds, Magwar urged locals to rear pigeons and guinea fowls.
He advised the community to grow wild cereals, grains, and specific tree species to attract diverse birds and butterflies for settlements.
“The centre of Uganda boasts four acres of already leased land and over ten acres available for expansion,” Magwar noted. “This is more than enough space to accommodate the purposeful domestication of birds and animals for tourism.”
He further pointed out that the area’s fertile soils, abundant water supply, and the proximity of fresh, tasty fish from Lake Kyoga provide a perfect foundation.
Deputy RDC envisioned fields of beautiful flowers alongside indigenous and oriental medicinal trees that showcase the true richness of the Pearl of Africa.
During the event, the Deputy RDC witnessed vibrant rehearsals by a local traditional dance troupe. He engaged the performers in a strategic discussion, emphasising that organised, registered entertainment groups can tap into immense income streams.
“Consider your dance group as a business and a source of income for wealth creation, in the same way a boda boda rider services and treasures their motorcycle,” Obonyo urged.
Dan Epok, chairman of the Oliaka St. Paul Planning Committee, shared the history of the church land. The acreage was originally donated in the 1970s by his late father, Ebong Odongo, as an act of christian philanthropy.
Epok assured the congregation that the land title is safely held by the Bishop of Lango Diocese, who remains highly supportive of development plans at the Centre.
The chairman reaffirmed that the church loves the government and will continue to work hand-in-hand with state authorities to bring development to the area.
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