International Journal of Academic Pedagogical Research (IJAPR)   Year: 2022 | Volume: 6 | Issue: 8 | Page No.: 145-150 Significance of Local Government on Economic Development. Empirical Studies of Kisoro Municipality, Kisoro District. Download PDF Alex Akankwasa, Peace Turyomurugyendo, Teddy Akakikunda, Gerald Kwesiga, Evas Kemigisha Abstract: The study was carried out on the local government and economic development. The Study was guided by the following objectives; to find out the contributions of local government in economic development of Uganda in Kisoro Municipality, Kisoro district, to explore challenges faced by local government in economic development of Uganda in Kisoro Municipality, Kisoro district and to suggest possible strategies to solve challenges faced by local government in economic development of Uganda in Kisoro Municipality, Kisoro district. . The methodology used in the study was descriptive research design. The methods that were used in data collection were questionnaires, interview guide and Focus group discussion. The population of 80 respondents selected from Kisoro municipality Kisoro district. The study established that there is a significant known relationship between Local government and economic development. The study further recommended that strengthening the Local governments should be empowered to attract and retain well-trained technical people capable of mounting strategic planning for district implementation.