As we approach the end of 2023, the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) reflects on a year marked by notable accomplishments and looks forward to setting ambitious objectives for the upcoming year, 2024.
At a year-end press conference held at City Hall on December 21, Dorothy Kisaka, the Executive Director of KCCA, expressed the organization’s clear vision: to bid farewell to the issue of potholes in 2024, thereby paving the way for a brighter and more sustainable future for Kampala.
“We are determined to say goodbye to the relentless presence of potholes in 2024 and transform it into a song of the past,” declared Kisaka during the press conference.
Highlighting the accomplishments of 2023, Kisaka outlined various achievements that have propelled the city onto an upward trajectory. These successes serve as a foundation for the ambitious goals set for the upcoming year.
One of the highlights of the year was KCCA’s prestigious win of the Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation, thanks to the groundbreaking Weyonje App.
This application, developed by KCCA, earned global acclaim for leveraging technology to enhance sanitation and hygiene services particularly in informal settlements.
The disbursement of UGX 9.2 Billion through the Parish Development Model (PDM) is another big achievement. This substantial financial injection stands as a testament to the city’s commitment to progress, as it provides essential funds to beneficiaries.
Notably, the PDM, a nationwide initiative, aspires to uplift 17.5 million Ugandans across 3.5 million households, out of poverty.
Additionally, the extensive road construction works, funded by the African Development Bank (AfDB), has made substantial progress under the Kampala City Roads Rehabilitation Project (KCRRP), aiming to fix over 40 roads in less than three years and eliminate notorious potholes.
Notable among the roads to be worked on is completed projects is the Kabega Road in Makindye Division others are Spring road, Old Portbell, Salama road, Sir Apollo Kaggwa road, Portbell road, 5th Street, 6th Street, 7th Street, 8th Street, among others marking a milestone for the city’s infrastructure development.
To further improve traffic flow, KCCA has this year commenced the construction of a Traffic Control Center at City Hall, with funding from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).This project, includes the signalization of 27 junctions citywide.
Looking ahead to 2024, KCCA is gearing up to hosting the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and the G77+China summits. The city is actively working on 10 roads and 2 major drainage crossings associated with these international events, with over 75% progress already evident.
Despite the success, challenges persist, particularly in managing drainage issues caused by encroachments on wetlands and poor waste disposal.
KCCA remains committed to addressing these challenges, ensuring the city continues to grow as a prominent brand.
Focus on 2024
Addressing challenges, Kisaka emphasized the importance of improving drainage systems to prevent floods. KCCA urged residents to cooperate by maintaining cleanliness and proper waste disposal.
She asked property owners to participate in maintaining the city’s aesthetics by cleaning, greening, painting, and paving their frontages.
In an effort to eliminate potholes, plans for 2024 include fast-tracking road construction works, securing government-sourced funding from development partners, and focusing on the city’s Smart City agenda.
In a gesture of appreciation, Kisaka, thanked Kampala’s compliant taxpayers for their crucial support in enabling the various initiatives undertaken by KCCA for the betterment of Kampala.
She acknowledged partners such as UNDP, PSFU, Absa Uganda, and Standard Chartered Bank for their significant contributions to initiatives like market development, tree planting, and financial literacy.
Kisaka highlighted the ongoing Smart City Ambassadors campaign in schools, aiming to cultivate a sense of patriotism and civic responsibility in the younger generation.
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