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Uganda Announces Kabalega Airport Phase 2; ACN Funding Intervention Expected

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 21
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What happened

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The Ministry of Works and Transport announced that the second phase of construction at Kabalega International Airport will begin, with a contractor expected to be appointed this month. Separately, hotel owners in the Bunyoro Sub-region, selected to host the Africa Cup of Nations, have not yet received agreed funding from the Uganda Development Bank, though they anticipate intervention from Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja and the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Finance.

From ntv.co.ug

Why it matters

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The announcement of the airport's second phase signals continued infrastructure investment in Uganda. The expected intervention regarding the Africa Cup of Nations funding relates to support for local businesses and tourism infrastructure in the Bunyoro Sub-region.

From ntv.co.ug

Who's involved

  • Robinah NabbanjaPrime Minister expected to intervene regarding Africa Cup of Nations funding.
  • Fred ByamukamaWorks and Transport Minister who announced the start of the airport's second construction phase.
  • ministryMinistry expected to intervene regarding the Africa Cup of Nations funding.
  • Ministry of Works and TransportMinistry of Works and Transport, which announced the second phase of Kabalega International Airport construction.
  • UgandaThe country where the infrastructure project and event funding issues are taking place.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • ministrySpeculative

    Hotel owners in the Bunyoro Sub-region might receive the agreed funding, which could improve their revenue streams for the Africa Cup of Nations.

  • Ministry of Works and TransportSpeculative

    The construction sector could see increased demand for services and materials following the start of the second phase of Kabalega International Airport.

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