By Enos Masereka,
The Ministry of Works and Transport has commissioned the construction works of Katholhu-Kayanja Road in Nyakiyumbu sub-county in Kasese district and subsequently handed the site to the contractor.
The project worth 8.4 billion shillings that will be completed in a period of one year was yesterday handed over to MG Engineers and contractors limited.
Eng. Alex Baguma, a senior engineer at the ministry of works and transport while speaking during the ground breaking ceremony and handover project at Kitaturwa village said the scope of the work would involve opening, widening, tarmacking and constructing drainage channels.
He revealed that they would use low cost sealing tarmac as they have been doing to other community access roads across the country.
Eng. Baguma urged the residents to work closely with the contractor in identifying some parts that could be affected by floods so that special attention is given to such areas.
Lt. Joe Walunsimbi, the Kasese RDC who was the chief guest assured the contractor of security but also warned him against shoddy works. Lt. Walinsimbi speaking….
Mr. Erifaz Muhindi, the Kasese District boss, described the road works as a boost to the business community. Mr. Muhindi one speaking….
The area Local council three chairperson, Mr. Sunday Peter Kakule commended central Government for her efforts towards developing the area, revealing that the sub-county was planning to construct a modern market in Kayanja Fish landing site to boost trade. Mr. Kakule speaking…
More will come in our subsequent news bulletin. END.
