By Diana. N. Kintu
The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has provided a series of significant updates on key urban concerns, ranging from compensation for disaster-affected families to ongoing infrastructure developments. The announcements were made by the KCCA Executive Director during a live interview on STAR TV Uganda on Monday evening, 8 December.
One of the most anticipated updates concerned the compensation of families affected by the garbage slide at the Kiteezi landfill. According to the Executive Director, the funds required to settle the long-delayed payments have now been fully secured. He assured the public that “money for compensation is already on the KCCA account,” adding that the previous week had been dedicated to verifying bank details for the eligible beneficiaries. This verification exercise, he said, was intended to prevent errors and ensure transparency. KCCA expressed optimism that the affected families would receive their compensation before the Christmas holidays, offering long-awaited relief to those impacted by the tragic incident.
On infrastructure, the authority addressed the status of the Mpererwe–Kiteezi road, a vital route that has long required reconstruction. The Executive Director confirmed that funding for the project is in place and that a consultant is already deployed on site. Reconstruction work is expected to commence shortly, a development that is likely to ease transport challenges and improve accessibility for communities in the surrounding areas. The authority emphasised that this project forms part of a broader effort to enhance mobility and address critical road defects across the city.
The interview also turned to the plight of traders in downtown Kampala who were recently hit by severe flooding. KCCA acknowledged the disruption caused to businesses and confirmed that measures to support the affected traders are currently underway. These plans are part of a wider recovery initiative designed to restore normalcy in the central business district, an area that has faced repeated challenges linked to heavy rainfall and inadequate drainage systems.
In its broader communication on infrastructure progress, KCCA extended appreciation to contractors who have completed road works within the stipulated timelines. The authority noted that several road construction projects are ongoing across Kampala, all aimed at modernising the city’s transport network. Officials urged residents to play an active role in safeguarding the newly developed infrastructure to ensure lasting improvements.
“We are willing to do everything possible to ensure our city is up to standard,” the Executive Director said, calling on Kampala’s residents to take collective responsibility. He added a public appeal: “I urge the city dwellers to protect the infrastructure, and together we shall develop our city.”
The updates reflect KCCA’s ongoing efforts to improve service delivery, strengthen accountability, and enhance the quality of life for Kampala’s residents. As major works continue and compensation efforts progress, the authority reiterated its commitment to maintaining open communication with the public. This article is based on official public communications from the Kampala Capital City Authority.