Politics 12 June 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
New Parliament Chambers Nearing Completion After Steel Works Conclude
The construction of Uganda's new Parliament building has entered its final stages, with the completion of substantial steel works paving the way for roofing and interior finishing. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/new-parliament-chambers-enter-final-construction-phase-as-steel-works-conclude-5495078
Uganda’s ambitious new Parliament chambers are on the cusp of completion, as contractors Roko Construction Ltd have finalized the major steel framework. This significant milestone means the project is now progressing into its final construction phases, focusing on roofing and interior and exterior finishes.
The eight-storey structure, designed to alleviate congestion and expand capacity for the nation’s legislators, has seen approximately 3,000 metric tonnes of structural steel expertly installed. The complex steel work was handled by Kelly Steel, an Irish engineering firm known for its expertise in intricate architectural designs.
Officials from the Irish Embassy recently visited the construction site, acknowledging the crucial role Kelly Steel played in shaping the developing landmark. The project, which commenced in July 2017, has navigated several setbacks, including design modifications necessitated by security enhancements following the bomb attacks in Kampala in November 2021. These upgrades incorporated blast-resistant features and other specialized installations, leading to extended timelines.
Mark Koehler, Chairman of Roko Construction, expressed confidence in the project’s trajectory, stating, “We are going to have another architectural marvel in Kampala by the end of next year…state of the art, very beautiful and high quality chambers.” The new facility, located in the North Wing of the existing parliamentary building, is slated to accommodate up to 500 MPs, a substantial increase from the current chamber’s capacity. It will also house numerous committee rooms, a press gallery, a library, an archive center, a members’ lounge, dining facilities, and offices for the Speaker and Deputy Speaker. The projected cost of the project has seen an increase from an initial Shs179 billion to approximately Shs220 billion.