President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has revealed that construction is finally set to begin on the long-awaited Bwizibwera–Nyakambu–Nsiika–Nyakashaka–Nyakabirizi road in Buhweju District. Speaking to thousands of residents at Engaju Secondary School, the President announced that the contract has already been awarded to China Railway 18th Bureau Group and that government has allocated UGX 30 billion to compensate all affected persons before construction works commence.
Museveni emphasized the significance of the project, noting that Buhweju was once a troubled region that neighboured conflict-prone areas. He said that today’s peace — achieved through the efforts of the National Resistance Movement — has created the stability needed to implement long-term development projects such as this road.
The President also highlighted improved service delivery in the district, reporting that out of Buhweju’s 348 villages, 261 now have access to safe water — approximately 75 percent coverage. He added that steady population growth from around 34,000 people in 1980 to about 167,000 today is a result of consistent government investments, particularly in immunization and public health.
He outlined upcoming upgrades and expansions in the health sector, including elevating Nsiika Health Centre IV to a general hospital, upgrading Engaju Health Centre III to Health Centre IV, and constructing new Health Centre IIIs in Kashenyi-Kajani, Nyakaziba, Rubengye, and Rwengwe. He also noted ongoing works at Bitsya, Kiyanja, Karungu, and Burere health centres.
Turning to economic transformation, Museveni stressed the difference between general development and household wealth creation. While infrastructure such as roads is vital, he urged residents to ensure that they complement these developments with income-generating activities like commercial agriculture, manufacturing, services, and ICT.
During the event, NRM leaders in Buhweju officially endorsed party candidates ahead of upcoming elections. Local leaders praised the government for recent gains under the Parish Development Model, improvements in agriculture — especially tea farming — and the increasing support the government continues to receive from the district.
