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This study investigated the influence of employee training on performance in Local Governments, with a focus onBukedea district. Objectives included establishing the link between training and performance, assessing employedtraining methods, and gauging the relevance of employee programs. The research utilized a cross-sectionaldescriptive survey design with 172 randomly selected staff, incorporating both qualitative and quantitativeapproaches. Data collection involved questionnaires, interviews, and documentary analysis, followed by editing,coding, and analysis using SPSS. Results were presented graphically, revealing a training gap, indicating the absenceof pre-training needs assessment and a local government training policy. These deficiencies raised concerns aboutthe effectiveness of training initiatives in enhancing overall performance. Recommendations were made,emphasizing the need for a comprehensive reevaluation of the training process in Bukedea district. This involvesconducting thorough needs assessments, establishing a robust training policy, and implementing evaluationmechanisms to enhance the effectiveness of training initiatives, ultimately contributing to improved performance inthe Local Government context.Keywords: Employee, Training, Job, Performance and Local Governments