Uganda: Ministry of Works to Oversee Road Services Amid UNRA and URF Transition

13 November 2024
Nile Post (Kampala)
By Salmah Namwanje

The Ministry of Works and Transport (MoWT) has assured Ugandans of continued service delivery on the country's roads as it prepares to assume the responsibilities of the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) and the Uganda Road Fund (URF).

This follows the recent passing of the Uganda National Roads Authority (Repeal) Bill, 2024, and the Uganda Road Fund (Amendment) Bill, 2024, by Parliament, transferring the functions of these agencies to the ministry.

Gen Edward Katumba Wamala, Minister for Works and Transport, emphasised the Ministry's commitment to maintaining uninterrupted road services during the transition.

"The services and obligations of the two entities remain valid and will be taken over by the MoWT after the Bills are assented to by H.E the President of Uganda," Katumba stated.

Recognising the potential concerns over this restructuring, Katumba reassured the public that a well-developed transition plan is in place.

"A transition plan has been drawn to ensure that there is no disruption in service delivery during the implementation of rationalisation," he noted, highlighting the ministry's focus on seamless continuity.

Under the new framework, existing contracts and commitments held by UNRA and URF will be re-assigned to the Ministry of Works and Transport, ensuring that ongoing projects are unaffected.

Service providers are advised to remain in contact with their current UNRA and URF representatives for any clarifications to avoid delays or disruptions.

For further updates, MoWT has urged stakeholders and service providers to reach out to the Permanent Secretary ministry of Works or contact UNRA and URF directly through their designated communication channels.

This transition is part of a broader government rationalisation initiative aimed at consolidating agency functions to enhance efficiency and service delivery within Uganda's road infrastructure sector.

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