Masaka-Mutukula Road Contractor Faces 90-Day Deadline Amidst Delays

The Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) has issued a stern 90-day deadline to the contractor responsible for the Shs692 billion Masaka-Kyotera-Mutukula road rehabilitation project. This decisive action comes in response to significant delays, with the project only reaching 23% completion.

UNRA officials have expressed deep dissatisfaction with the pace of work, highlighting that the contractor has fallen considerably behind the agreed-upon schedule. The Masaka-Kyotera-Mutukula stretch is a critical transport artery, vital for both national and regional trade, particularly connecting Uganda to Tanzania through the Mutukula border post.

While the exact reasons for the contractor’s sluggish progress have not been fully detailed, UNRA has emphasized the urgent need for accelerated activity. The authority is reportedly considering all available measures to ensure the project’s completion within the newly stipulated timeframe. This ultimatum signifies UNRA’s commitment to overcoming bottlenecks that have hampered the timely delivery of essential infrastructure projects.

Motorists and local communities have long awaited the full completion of this road, which is expected to boost economic activities and improve travel times along the corridor. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether the contractor can meet the demanding 90-day target and bring the Shs692 billion project to fruition. Further updates are expected from UNRA regarding the project’s progress and any potential interventions.

Source: Daily Monitor (Uganda)