The Executive Director of the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) Allen Kagina has inspected the Progress of the Northern Bypass, expected to be completed in October 2021.
Kagina said the road works are about to be concluded and the contractor should repair the drainage channels and culverts which are now full of rubbish. She advised local leaders to impose fines on those who misuse the road and drainage systems.
“We need to do periodic maintenance, there are a few potholes and the drains have been filled with rubbish and blocked. The water can no longer flow properly. The local leaders must use the enforcement powers they have, if you are going to spoil something, pay for it,” she said.
The construction of the bypass has stalled for several years, having started at least a decade ago and even surpassed its adjusted date of July 2017 and December 2019 respectively.
The project aims to improve mobility in and around Kampala through a capacity increase of the Kampala Northern Bypass, relieving congestion on this vital Northern Corridor Route, reducing travel time and vehicle operating costs, and improve road safety.