Civil works for major road construction projects worth UGX 110 billion have officially commenced under the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Urban Development Program (GKMA-UDP).
The official launch took place today at Jjanyi Church of Uganda Primary School in Kajjansi Town Council.
The roads being upgraded to bitumen standard include:
Seguku – Nalumunye – Bandwe – Kinaawa – Kyengera Road (8.9 km) and Seguku Link (0.9 km), contracted to China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC).
Namulanda – Bweya – Kajjansi Road (7.5 km), contracted to China Wu Yi Construction Co. Ltd..
The Chief Administrative Officer of Wakiso, Jude Mark Bukenya, revealed that the Namulanda – Bweya – Kajjansi Road will cost UGX 57 billion, while the Seguku – Nalumunye – Kyengera Road project will cost UGX 56 billion, both VAT inclusive. He appreciated Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for prioritizing infrastructure development and urged contractors to deliver high-quality work.
The Under Secretary in the Ministry of Local Government, Monica Edemachu, called on contractors to employ local residents, prioritize safety—especially for children near construction zones—and ensure the projects are completed within the 18-month contract period.
According to District Engineer Ndiwalana Godfrey, the roads will feature a 3-inch asphalt base, street lighting, covered drainage systems, and pedestrian walkways, designed to last approximately 25 years.
Project supervision will be undertaken by Resident Engineer Ariho Samuel of Nova Consult.
Representing the Minister for Local Government Raphael Magezi, the Commissioner for Urban Administration, Charles Magumba, emphasized that the projects will improve connectivity and support urban expansion around Kampala, urging residents to protect the infrastructure.
The LC5 Chairperson of Wakiso, Matia Lwanga Bwanika, asked contractors to prioritize forward maintenance and tasked LC1 leaders to register youth for employment opportunities during the construction works.
Meanwhile, Deputy RDC Mubiru Patrick encouraged residents to support government programs such as the Parish Development Model (PDM) and Emyooga Program, while appreciating national leadership for continued infrastructure development in the district.
The road projects are funded by the World Bank and Agence Française de Développement, and are expected to significantly improve mobility and service delivery across the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area.