The Special Forces Command (SFC) construction regiment has assured the public of delivering high-quality work in record time as they embark on maintenance works on Kampala roads. Lt Eng. Kikomeko Kigongo, the assistant project manager, expressed confidence in their progress, stating that they are currently 35% into the project within the first two weeks.
"In terms of areas, we are more than 40% in Kampala Central. We are promising cost-effective, efficient, and quality work in record time," Lt Eng. Kikomeko Kigongo stated in an interview with NowViba.
The directive for the road repairs came from President Museveni in May, instructing the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) and other relevant government agencies to collaborate with the SFC Construction Regiment, led by Lt Col Eng. Robert Chabo, to address the issue of potholes and conduct road maintenance in Kampala City.
The decision followed public outrage over the deteriorating state of roads in Uganda's capital, with blame directed at KCCA for neglecting the pothole problem. Social media was flooded with photos and videos of road conditions, serving as a visual reminder of the city's crumbling infrastructure.
Lt Eng. Kikomeko outlined the scope of their work, including sectional repairs and pothole repairs in selected areas of Kampala. Notable roads in the Central Business District such as Rashid Khamis Road, Nsalo road, Old Kampala ring, Fort Road, School road, Lower Kololo Terrace, and several others are part of the agreement.
The assistant project manager assured the public that the project, estimated to cost Shs2 billion, would be completed within 45 days. He attributed the low cost to the use of government resources, including equipment and personnel from the army.
Despite progress, Lt Eng. Kikomeko acknowledged challenges posed by heavy rains, impacting outdoor activities and causing work interruptions. Poor drainage systems also hindered their efforts, requiring collaboration with KCCA to address these issues before road repairs could proceed.
In response to these challenges, SFC spokesperson Maj Jimmy Omara expressed confidence in completing the roadworks in record time. Maj Omara acknowledged the impact of rain and traffic but assured the public that extended work hours, even into the night, would be implemented to overcome these obstacles.
He urged cooperation from the public and other road users, asking them to adhere to temporary restrictions and inconveniences for the greater benefit of the city's infrastructure.
"This is for the good of every city dweller," Maj Omara emphasized.
As the SFC Construction Regiment works diligently, the city anticipates improved road conditions and enhanced mobility in the coming weeks.
