Uganda National Roads Authority projects move to Ministry of Works and Transport amid…
What happened
Projects managed by the Uganda National Roads Authority are being transferred to the Ministry of Works and Transport. Separately, the Inspectorate of Government ordered Isaac Wani, Commissioner for National Roads, interdicted pending an investigation. The Inspectorate also cleared Bageya Waiswa, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Works and Transport, of wrongdoing related to the cost escalation of the Busega-Mpigi Expressway, which rose from Shs547.5 billion to Shs1.35 trillion.
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Why it matters
The transfer of road projects into the Ministry of Works and Transport changes the administrative oversight of the motor trade sector in Uganda. The investigation highlights significant public spending concerns, as the Busega-Mpigi Expressway estimate increased by over 140% according to reports.
The Ministry of Works and Transport oversees motor trade sector projects in Uganda.
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Who's involved
- Uganda National Roads AuthorityThe government agency whose projects are being transferred to the Ministry of Works and Transport.
- Ministry of Works and TransportThe government ministry that has absorbed the mandate and functions of the Uganda National Roads Authority.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
The Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development could face increased oversight regarding massive public spending cost escalation.
- Uganda National Roads AuthoritySpeculative
The Uganda National Roads Authority could see changes in ownership and control as its projects are moved into the Ministry.
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The entities involved
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Related events
- Senior officials were transferred between the Ministry of Works and Transport and the Ministry of Public Service in Uganda. Fred Byamukama was appointed to lead the infrastructure docket, central to national development goals.
- A new road connecting Uganda and Kenya via Busia District is being constructed to facilitate cross-border trade.
- Ruto and Chirchir oversee infrastructure projects, including Northern Corridor highway upgrades extending through Nakuru, linking Uganda and Kenya.