news 19 October 2026 Nile Post
City Square, Nakivubo School Land Probe Report Submitted to President Museveni
An inter-ministerial committee has concluded its investigation into proposed developments on Kampala's City Square and Nakivubo Settlement Primary School land, with the findings now awaiting President Museveni's decision. The probe considered historical significance, tourism, location, and the school's student population. Source: https://nilepost.co.ug/news/379672/city-square-nakivubo-school-land-probe-completed-report-goes-to-museveni
An inter-ministerial committee tasked with investigating the proposed developments on Kampala’s City Square and Nakivubo Settlement Primary School land has finalized its probe. The committee’s report, which includes input from the Ministry of Lands and the Solicitor General’s office, has been submitted to President Yoweri Museveni for his decision on the fate of these contested projects.
Chaired by Kampala Minister Minsa Kabanda, the committee assessed various factors, including the historical importance of the sites, their potential for tourism, and their strategic location. The student population at Nakivubo Settlement Primary School was also a key consideration.
Concerns have been raised regarding the potential impact of the proposed commercial projects on the public use of City Square and the operations of Nakivubo Settlement Primary School. Kampala’s Lord Mayor, Ronald Balimwezo, has questioned the consultation process, suggesting that the Minister did not adequately involve the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) as landowners, contrary to presidential directives.
Despite these concerns, Minister Kabanda has asserted that the land remains under KCCA’s management and dismissed claims of other parties holding titles. Developer Haji Hassan Mulwadda defended the proposals, highlighting plans for a shopping center and an innovation hub, which he believes will foster commercial opportunities and innovation for Ugandans.
The completion of the investigation shifts the focus to President Museveni, whose decision will shape the future of these public spaces and could set a precedent for managing redevelopment proposals on public land in the capital.