Hon. Joseph Waswa, through the JLW Foundation, is driving community development in Webuye West Constituency with practical, people-centered programs targeting women, youth, and healthcare access.
1. Supporting Women in Business: Umbrella and Apron Distribution
In early 2023, Hon. Waswa launched a program to support small-scale businesswomen in Webuye West.
Over 2,000 women received free umbrellas and aprons through the JLW Foundation, offering protection from harsh weather while boosting their visibility and confidence at work.
“Providing umbrellas to roadside vendors may seem small, but it’s a powerful act of dignity and respect,” said a beneficiary from Misikhu.
The initiative was praised as a grassroots empowerment model, directly reaching women working in informal markets.
2. Promoting Public Health:
Free Medical Camps and SHA Registration Between late 2023 and early 2024, Hon. Waswa led a free medical outreach campaign across all four wards of Webuye West.
The JLW Foundation organized health camps offering free consultations, treatment, and referrals to advanced facilities. The camps also included SHA (Social Health Authority) registration for hundreds of residents, helping them access government health coverage.
“Access to medical care should not depend on where you live,” Hon. Waswa said during one of the camps.Residents welcomed the effort, citing improved awareness, early diagnoses, and relief for families that could not afford hospital visits.
3. Youth Empowerment Through Sports and Talent DevelopmentIn December 2023, Hon. Waswa hosted a large youth tournament at Webuye DEB Grounds. The event brought together local football teams, fans, and leaders to celebrate talent and discipline.
“This is more than football. It’s about saving our youth from crime, drugs, and hopelessness,” he told the crowd.
The tournament was part of his broader plan to engage youth through sports, nurture local talent, and promote unity across the constituency.
Residents praised his hands-on approach, noting that his presence and support showed genuine concern for young people’s future.
Community Response and Outlook
Hon. Waswa’s activities have won support from various groups in Webuye West. Women see him as a leader who listens to grassroots needs.
Families appreciate his healthcare outreach.Youth look up to him for creating safe, engaging platforms. With these programs, the JLW Foundation continues to show that development doesn’t need to wait for big promises it can start with umbrellas, footballs, and a medical tent.
