NAMULANDA, Uganda — Two major road networks in Kajjansi Town Council are set to be upgraded to bitumen standard following the official launch of the projects by Wakiso District authorities this week.
The infrastructure works are being implemented under the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Urban Development Program. The initiative aims to improve urban mobility and connectivity within the rapidly expanding metropolitan region.
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The project covers two main stretches. The 8.9-kilometer Seguku–Nalumunye–Bandwe–Kanaawa–Kyengera Road, including a 0.9-kilometer link, will be handled by China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation. The 7.5-kilometer Namulanda–Bweya–Kajjansi Road will be constructed by China Wu Yi Construction Co. Ltd.
During a site handover ceremony at Jjanyi Church of Uganda Primary School, Wakiso District Chief Administrative Officer Jude Mark Bukenya said the Namulanda project is valued at approximately UGX 57 billion. The Seguku project is valued at about UGX 56 billion. Both figures include value-added tax.
Bukenya thanked President Yoweri Museveni for supporting infrastructure aimed at service delivery and urged contractors to maintain high workmanship.
District Engineer Ndiwalana Godfrey provided technical assurance, noting that the roads will feature a three-inch thickness earth-fault base. This design is expected to provide a lifespan of approximately 25 years with proper maintenance.
Monica Edemachu, under secretary from the Ministry for Kampala Capital City and Metropolitan Affairs, called on contractors to prioritize hiring local community members and ensuring the safety of residents living near the construction sites.
The project is supported by several international partners, including the World Bank, the Agence Française de Développement and the European Union.
Wakiso District LC5 Chairperson Matia Lwanga Bwanika and Resident District Commissioner Mubiru Patrick both welcomed the development, noting its potential to stimulate economic activity and improve household incomes through better transport efficiency.
