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✈️🇺🇬 GOVERNMENT SIGNS UGX 232 BILLION CONTRACT FOR KABALEGA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT PASSENGER TERMINAL The Government of Uganda has signed a UGX 232 billion contract with Egypt’s SAMCO National Construction Company Ltd. for the construction of the passenger terminal at Kabalega International Airport in Hoima District. The project will be implemented within eight months, making timely delivery a priority as Uganda prepares to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2027) alongside Kenya and Tanzania. The Minister for Works, Hon. Fred Byamukama, challenged the contractor to adhere to the agreed timeline, maintain high construction standards and ensure accountability throughout project implementation. He also reaffirmed Government’s commitment to fulfilling its contractual obligations to facilitate smooth and timely execution of the works. Egyptian Ambassador to Uganda, H.E. Sherif Mohamed Abdellattif Elgammal, commended Uganda for its transparent and merit-based procurement process and expressed confidence in the contractor's ability to deliver the project. The new passenger terminal will strengthen Kabalega International Airport's capacity to handle passenger traffic, complement its growing aviation infrastructure and support Uganda's ambitions to expand tourism, trade and investment. Uganda continues to invest in strategic infrastructure as the country prepares for AFCON 2027 and positions itself as a regional hub for tourism, business and international connectivity. 🇺🇬 #AFCON2027

🚧🛣️ KAMPALA TO JINJA IN LESS THAN ONE HOUR INSTEAD OF 3+ HOURS? THE KAMPALA–JINJA EXPRESSWAY COULD CHANGE EVERYTHING! Let's talk about the Kampala–Jinja Expressway, one of Uganda's most anticipated road infrastructure projects. Here is what you need to know: 👉 Approximately 77km of tolled expressway, alongside an 18km Kampala Southern Bypass. 👉 Estimated project cost of $1.48 billion (about UGX 5.3 trillion), to be implemented under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangement. 👉 AfDB signed a $229.5 million loan agreement to support Phase 1, covering Kampala to Namagunga. 👉 Expected to reduce travel time between Kampala and Jinja from over 3 hours to less than 1 hour. 👉 At least 1,500 direct jobs are expected during construction. 👉 Government and the African Development Bank have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the project. BUT THERE IS A CATCH! 😅 Despite the progress made in the procurement and financing arrangements, construction is yet to begin. The 2025 bid opening attracted only one consortium, leaving many Ugandans waiting for the next major milestone. This is more than just a road. It is a strategic investment in Uganda's transport network, trade, tourism, logistics and economic transformation. For Jinja road users, traders, transporters and boda boda riders, this project could be a game changer. The big question is: WHEN WILL WE SEE THE FIRST EXCAVATOR ON SITE? 🚜 @MoWT_Uganda @HonByamukama #KampalaJinjaExpressway

🚧📈 NAMBOOLE STADIUM: STEADY PROGRESS✅ The UPDF Engineering Brigade continues to work tirelessly around the clock to ensure that the renovation works at Mandela National Stadium are completed as soon as possible. Day & Night shifts to beat the deadline. Thanks to the team🤝 With progress steadily taking shape, all eyes are on the 31st December 2026 completion target. The countdown to AFCON 2027 is on! 🇺🇬⚽ Hoping for the best as Uganda prepares to welcome Africa! @NCSUganda1 #AFCON2027 #ForabetterUganda

🚨🏗️ NEW FINDINGS EMERGE IN THE COLLAPSE OF BRO RONNIE’S CHURCH BUILDING Preliminary findings into the collapse of Holy City Church, Brother Ronnies Ministries, in Bwerenga, Katabi Town Council, Wakiso District, have raised serious concerns about the building’s design, construction quality and regulatory compliance. 🔴 1. How the building collapsed The structure reportedly leaned and tipped over before the entire building came down. The incident left one person dead and 25 others injured. 🏗️ 2. What was being constructed? The collapsed structure was a four-level extension comprising a ground floor and three upper floors, attached to the existing church hall. It was classified as a Class A building, requiring the highest level of approval and professional oversight under the applicable building regulations. 🧱 3. Construction materials and structural design The new extension was built using reinforced concrete, while the existing church hall had a steel-frame structure. The connection between the two structures is among the aspects that may warrant further technical examination. ⚠️ 4. Possible structural design concerns Some concrete beams reportedly measured up to 60 cm × 60 cm, with certain spans exceeding six metres without intermediate support. These observations raise questions about the structural design and adequacy of the support system, although a definitive conclusion requires a detailed engineering investigation. 🔩 5. Concerns over reinforcement Preliminary observations indicated that steel reinforcement bars in the concrete floors varied in size and spacing. If confirmed to be inconsistent with the approved structural design, such deficiencies could compromise the strength and stability of the floors. 📑 6. Building approval and documentation No building permit or approved drawings were reportedly found at the site, raising concerns about regulatory compliance and whether the required approvals and inspections had been obtained. 👷 7. Workmanship and professional supervision Irregularities were reportedly observed in the columns, beams and floor structures. These findings could indicate deficiencies in workmanship and inadequate professional supervision, subject to verification by the investigating authorities. 🚧 8. Occupational safety concerns The preliminary assessment also reported an apparent absence of adequate site safety measures, raising further questions about construction-site safety management. 🔍 THE BIG QUESTION: HOW DID SUCH A STRUCTURE REACH THE FINAL FINISHING STAGE BEFORE COLLAPSING? The reported findings highlight the importance of approved building plans, sound structural design, quality construction materials, competent supervision and strict enforcement of building regulations. A comprehensive technical investigation will be essential to establish the exact cause of the collapse and determine whether design deficiencies, construction practices, inadequate supervision or a combination of factors contributed to the tragedy. @NBRBug @KCCAUG #BuildingSafety 🇺🇬

🚧 MINISTER HALTS SH386 BILLION ROAD PAYMENTS AS ENERGOPROJEKT CONTRACT IS TERMINATED The Minister of State for Works and Transport, Fred Byamukama, has raised concerns over disputed road construction claims, questioning their impact on value for money in Uganda’s road infrastructure projects. Byamukama cited an example where a road initially valued at Shs 205 billion reportedly attracts additional claims worth Shs 300 billion, pushing the total cost to Shs 500 billion. “This is not value for money,” the minister said, explaining that the Government has withheld payments for disputed claims dating back to 2010. He also stated that previous ministers who held the works portfolio since 2010 had rejected Energoprojekt’s claims, which he described as fake. The dispute raises important questions about contract management, accountability and the protection of public funds in Uganda’s infrastructure development. #VisionUpdates

🚨🏗️ BREAKING: BUILDING COLLAPSE IN BWERENGA, WAKISO DISTRICT Police in Entebbe have confirmed the collapse of a structure under construction at Holy City Church, Brother Ronnies Ministries, in Bwerenga, Katabi Town Council, Wakiso District, this evening. 🚑 Rescue operations are ongoing, with approximately more than 10 people rescued so far and being evacuated to Entebbe Grade B Hospital for medical attention. ⚠️ Authorities are still working to establish whether anyone remains trapped beneath the rubble. 🏗️ Preliminary findings indicate that the collapsed structure was an extension of the main church building The cause of the collapse has not yet been established. Rescue teams continue working at the scene as efforts to account for everyone potentially affected remain underway. #BuildingCollapse

🏟️🇺🇬 Works at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole, Moving Steadily! 🚧💪 Construction and renovation works at Namboole are progressing steadily, with the UPDF brigade working around the clock to beat the deadline. Facade installation is expected to begin soon, marking another major milestone in the stadium’s transformation. The countdown to AFCON 2027 is on! ⚽🔥 Uganda is getting ready to welcome Africa, and the Uganda Cranes will be ready to shine on home soil! 🇺🇬🦅 AFCON 2027 is coming home! 🌍🏆 #AFCON2027 #SportsInfrastructure

🚨🇰🇪 MULTI-STOREY BUILDING COLLAPSES IN NAIROBI A multi-storey building under construction has collapsed in Eastleigh, Nairobi, Kenya, with several people feared trapped beneath the rubble. 🚒 Rescue Operations Underway: Emergency response teams, including the Kenya Red Cross, are using heavy machinery to clear debris and search for survivors. ⚠️ Rescue Challenges: Reports indicate that rescue workers temporarily paused heavy excavation after people trapped beneath the rubble warned that the digging was making it harder for them to breathe. 🔎 Cause Under Investigation: The cause of the collapse remains unknown as rescue operations continue. 🙏 Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected. We hope for the safe rescue of those still trapped and urge all relevant authorities to prioritise the safety of rescue workers and survivors. #BuildingSafety

🛣️🚧 KCCA INSPECTS ROAD CONSTRUCTION WORKS IN KAWEMPE DIVISION The Lord Mayor & the City Executive Committee have inspected ongoing road construction works in Kawempe Division under the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Urban Development Program (GKMA-UDP), Batch 1A – Lot 4. 📍 Roads inspected include: ✅ Muganzirwaza Road – 0.64 km ✅ Kyebando 34X Road – 0.9 km ✅ Mukalazi Road – 0.92 km During the inspection along Kyebando Road, the team engaged Project Affected Persons (PAPs) whose concerns had delayed construction, urging them to grant the necessary Right of Way (ROW) to facilitate the timely completion of the project. 🏗️ @KCCAUG remains committed to supervising and monitoring road construction projects to ensure quality infrastructure, improved accessibility, reduced traffic congestion, and better service delivery for Kampala residents. Building better roads for a better Kampala! 🇺🇬 #GKMAUDP #ForABetterKampala

🛣️ New GKMA Project Sites Inspected as Ongoing Works Register Progress🚧 Contractors and consultants bidding for new infrastructure projects under the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area (GKMA) programme have inspected the proposed project sites ahead of the procurement process, as ongoing road and market works continue to progress. The mandatory site inspection was conducted on 20th October 2026, following the advertisement of the projects on 8th October and a pre-bid meeting held on 18th October. Civil Engineer Wakiso Nashir Sseguya said the exercise was intended to help bidders understand the scope of works and assess the actual conditions at the proposed sites before submitting their bids. The inspection covered three projects: the 6.9-kilometre Jolejjo–Kiwanuka–Wakiso Road, serving Wakiso Town Council and Wakiso Sub-county; the 3.4-kilometre Lutete–Buwate Road, which will benefit residents of Kasangati Town Council and Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA); and the 3.4-kilometre Jaraja Drainage Channel, which will be improved to address persistent flooding. Sseguya urged bidders to base their quotations on the conditions observed during the site visits rather than submitting estimates without assessing the proposed works. Ongoing GKMA Projects Show Progress Providing an update on ongoing works, Sseguya reported that seven projects—comprising five roads and two markets—are at different stages of implementation. The 12.17-kilometre Bukasa–Ssentema–Kakiri Road has achieved more than 70 per cent physical progress, while the 6.5-kilometre Kitemu–Kisozi–Naggalabi Spur has surpassed 80 per cent. The 6.5-kilometre Kayunga–Senge–Kawanda Road is at 4 per cent progress. At Wakiso Central Market, contractor Techo Three has completed the vendors' relocation site, and all vendors have been relocated to pave the way for permanent construction works at the main site. At Kawuku Daily Market, Scaffold Engineering and Construction Company has completed structures at the temp @WakisoDLG

💧 KAMPALA METROPOLITAN WATER SUPPLY BOOST The Government of Uganda, through the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), is constructing a 10-million-litre-capacity water reservoir on Kanyanya Hill to improve water supply reliability across the Kampala Metropolitan Service Area. The project will enable NWSC to evacuate more water from the Katosi Water Treatment Plant, strengthening water distribution and improving access to reliable water supplies for communities across Wakiso, Kakiri, Gayaza, Nansana, Kanyanya, Luteete and Matugga. This investment is expected to benefit numerous communities, residential estates and trading centres, helping to meet growing water demand in the rapidly expanding metropolitan area. 🚰 Key benefits include: ✅ Improved water supply reliability. ✅ Increased water storage capacity. ✅ Better distribution of water from the Katosi Water Treatment Plant. ✅ Support for population growth and urban development. ✅ Improved access to water for households and businesses. 🇺🇬 Reliable water supply is essential for public health, economic growth and sustainable urban development. The ongoing construction of the Kanyanya Hill reservoir is another important step towards strengthening Uganda's water infrastructure and improving service delivery. @nwscug

🛣️ QUEENS WAY EXPANSION: KIBUYE ROUNDABOUT TO BE REPLACED WITH TRAFFIC SIGNALS 🚧 The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) will remove Kibuye Roundabout and replace it with traffic signals as part of the ongoing Queens Way expansion project aimed at easing traffic congestion. 📍 Key Project Highlights: ✅ Six-lane road: The 1.26 km stretch from Clock Tower Flyover to Kibuye will be expanded to six lanes, each 3.5 metres wide, with a central median. 🚶 Pedestrian walkways: 3-metre-wide walkways between Kibuye and Kayemba Underpass, and 2-metre-wide walkways towards Clock Tower. 💡 Solar streetlights: Installation of solar-powered street lighting to improve visibility and safety. 🌧️ Drainage works: Approximately 75% of the drainage works have been completed. 🛣️ Asphalt works: The first asphalt layer has been laid on the right-hand side of the road. 🚦 Improved traffic flow: The junction connects Kampala to Katwe, Makindye and Entebbe Road, while also linking to the planned Kibuye–Busega Expressway. 🇺🇬 These improvements are expected to enhance road capacity, pedestrian safety and traffic management along one of Kampala's important transport corridors. @KCCAUG @KCCAED #ForALivableCity

🌿 🚧🛑NEMA DEMOLISHES APARTMENTS IN LUMPEWO WETLAND 🚧 The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has demolished apartment structures in Lumpewo Wetland, Wakiso District, in an operation aimed at restoring the degraded ecosystem and stopping illegal developments. 📍 The operation, conducted on Friday, October 16, targeted an encroached section of the wetland in Kitiko Birongo Cell, Makindye-Ssabagabo. 🌱 Protecting Uganda’s Wetlands! Wetlands play a vital role in controlling floods, filtering water, supporting biodiversity and maintaining ecological balance. Protecting them from encroachment and illegal construction is essential for a sustainable environment. 🇺🇬 Let us protect our wetlands today for a better tomorrow! @nemaug #WetlandProtection

🛣️ KATONGA BRIDGE OFFICIALLY COMMISSIONED! 🇺🇬 Uganda continues to strengthen its road infrastructure with the commissioning of the new Katonga Bridge along the busy Kampala–Masaka Highway. Works and Transport Minister Fred Byamukama, accompanied by State Minister for Tourism Susan Nakawuki, officially commissioned the bridge, marking another milestone in efforts to improve transport connectivity. 🌉 Key Highlights of the New Katonga Bridge: ✅ 120-Year Lifespan: The bridge is designed to serve for an expected 120 years. ✅ Improved Flood Resilience: The new structure stands three metres higher than the old bridge, enhancing its resilience to flooding. ✅ Timely Completion: Minister Byamukama commended the contractor for completing the works ahead of the extended November deadline. ⚠️ Road Safety Reminder: The Minister urged motorists to exercise extra caution along the Kampala–Masaka Highway due to its high accident rate. The new bridge is expected to improve connectivity, facilitate the movement of people and goods, and strengthen the vital transport link between Kampala and southwestern Uganda. 🇺🇬 Building resilient infrastructure for a better-connected Uganda @MoWT_Uganda @HonByamukama

🏟️ AKII BUA STADIUM: A NEW ERA FOR UGANDA’S SPORTING LANDSCAPE! 🇺🇬 Uganda’s sports infrastructure is undergoing a historic transformation as Akii-Bua Stadium in Lira takes shape as one of the country’s major modern sports facilities ahead of AFCON 2027! ⚽🏆 Here is a glimpse of the impressive facilities that are transforming this complex into a major sporting hub: 🏟️ Modern Main Stadium: A magnificent arena featuring a sleek, modern white roof and a contemporary design that reflects the growing ambition of Uganda’s sports sector. 🏃‍♂️ Auxiliary Pitch and Running Track: Additional sporting facilities designed to support football, athletics, training and other sporting activities. ⚽ World-Class Training Grounds: Multiple football pitches with quality playing surfaces to support team preparations, talent development and professional training. 🏗️ Multi-Sport Facilities: Additional structures and courts are taking shape to accommodate different sporting disciplines and expand opportunities for athletes. 🏊 Swimming Pools and Recreation Facilities: These will further diversify the complex, creating opportunities for swimming, recreation and the development of other sporting talents.

🏟️🇺🇬 AKII-BUA STADIUM ALMOST READY FOR AFCON 2027. Uganda’s sports infrastructure is taking shape as the country prepares to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) alongside Kenya and Tanzania. The iconic Akii-Bua Stadium in Lira City has undergone a remarkable transformation, bringing Uganda closer to having another world-class sports facility capable of hosting major international competitions. 👏 The Government’s investment in sports infrastructure reflects a commitment to sports development, nurturing local talent, improving sporting facilities and positioning Uganda as a destination for international sporting events. 🌍 As preparations for AFCON 2027 gather momentum, these developments represent an important step towards enhancing Uganda’s sporting reputation and creating opportunities for the next generation of athletes. Uganda is building for the future! 🇺🇬🏟️ #AFCON2027

🏠 GOVERNMENT PROVIDES HOMES FOR VULNERABLE PROJECT-AFFECTED PERSONS The Government of Uganda continues to demonstrate its commitment to protecting vulnerable communities and improving the welfare of people affected by infrastructure development. Teams from the Ministry of Works and Transport (MoWT), the Koboko–Yumbe–Moyo Road Project, and the World Bank today visited vulnerable Project Affected Persons (PAPs) who received Government-constructed houses as an alternative to cash compensation. Among the beneficiaries is elderly Ms. Kojiya Jumiya, who received a self-contained two-bedroom house equipped with a sitting room, an outdoor kitchen and a bathroom. Expressing her gratitude, Ms. Jumiya appreciated the Government for providing her with a decent home, offering her greater comfort, dignity and security. This initiative highlights the importance of putting people at the centre of infrastructure development by ensuring that vulnerable individuals are supported and their welfare protected throughout project implementation. Development is not just about building roads; it is also about improving lives and leaving no one behind. 🇺🇬🏠 @MoWT_Uganda #InfrastructureDevelopment

🛣️Works and Transport Minister Fred Byamukama and State Minister for Bunyoro Affairs Mary Mugasa are inspecting road projects in Hoima and Kikuube ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. At the 11.7km Buhimba–Kinogozi road, Byamukama commended contractor Isaac Ibanda for having equipment on site. The Sh26.7b road is expected to improve access between Kabalega Airport and the outskirts of Hoima. Work began last week and is expected to be completed by March 2027. Byamukama also thanked residents who have offered land for the projects and said those whose homes are affected would be compensated. He urged residents to avoid politicising the road works. The ministers are expected to inspect more than five roads today. #VisionUpdates

🚧 KCCA ROADWORKS UPDATE | KAMPALA CITY 🛣️ The Executive Director of @KCCAUG , @KCCAED, has inspected ongoing road improvement works on Muganzilwaza, Mukalazi, Nsamba, Mackinnon, The Square, George Street, Kamanya and St. Barnabas roads. The projects are currently 48% complete on average, with works expected to be completed by December 2026. These improvements are aimed at enhancing road connectivity, easing movement within the city, improving accessibility and supporting Kampala’s broader urban infrastructure development agenda. As the works progress, timely delivery and adherence to the required quality standards remain essential to ensuring that these investments deliver lasting value to city residents and road users. #KampalaRoads #ForALivableCity

🛣️ ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE UPDATE | KAWUKU–BWERENGA ROAD PROJECT 🚧 Improving Connectivity, Strengthening Fuel Access 🤝 The Kawuku–Bwerenga Road Project is an important infrastructure development in Wakiso District, aimed at improving road connectivity and facilitating the movement of people, goods and essential supplies. Stretching approximately 6.8 kilometres, the road connects Kawuku Trading Centre along the Kampala–Entebbe Highway to the Bwerenga landing site on Lake Victoria. Civil works commenced in mid-2023, with the project expected to improve accessibility to surrounding communities and strategic economic facilities. Beyond enhancing local connectivity, the road serves as a key access route to a bulk fuel storage reservoir and logistics terminal developed by Lake Victoria Logistics, part of the Mahathi Infra Group. The project is strategically linked to Uganda’s petroleum storage and distribution network, supporting fuel transportation and strengthening the infrastructure required to facilitate the movement of petroleum products. As Uganda continues to invest in road infrastructure, projects such as Kawuku–Bwerenga demonstrate the importance of connecting communities to strategic economic facilities, improving logistics efficiency and supporting national development. #ErichMboowaReports