Accurate Data Collection Crucial for Effective Planning: A Call to Action by Davis Owomugisha

Accurate Data Collection Crucial for Effective Planning: A Call to Action

The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has announced that it has received a total of 99% enumerated households in the whole country, marking a significant milestone in the census process. This achievement was revealed by the Executive Director, Dr. Chris Mukiza, during a press briefing at Statistics House in Kampala. While this is a commendable effort, it is essential to emphasize the importance of accurate data collection and the need for a more robust system to register death and birth rates in the country.

As the Bureau embarks on data processing, editing, and analysis, it is crucial to acknowledge the significance of accurate information in effective planning. The government can only plan accurately for its people if it has reliable data. The current system, which relies on periodic censuses, has its limitations. It is essential to have a more comprehensive and continuous system to register vital events such as births and deaths.

One way to achieve this is by emphasizing the importance of registering death and birth rates. This can be done by making it mandatory for hospitals to compile birth rates and for Local Council 1 chairmen to submit death rates. Additionally, a system should be put in place to issue death certificates even when someone dies in the city but is buried in their ancestral home. This will ensure that the data collected is accurate and comprehensive.

Furthermore, the government should invest in a system generator that can help streamline the data collection process. This will not only save taxpayers' money but also ensure that the data collected is accurate and reliable.

In conclusion, accurate data collection is crucial for effective planning. The government should prioritize investing in a robust system to register death and birth rates and ensure that the data collected is accurate and comprehensive. This will enable the government to plan accurately for its people and ensure that resources are allocated effectively.

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