The Minister of State for Works and Transport (Works), Musa Ecweru, has inspected the ongoing construction of the 103.08-kilometre Koboko–Yumbe–Moyo road project, describing it as a transformative investment for the refugee-hosting districts in the West Nile sub-region.
During the inspection tour, Ecweru was joined by local leaders from along the project corridor, which traverses the districts of Koboko District, Yumbe District, and Moyo District. The road, currently being upgraded from gravel to paved standard, is expected to significantly improve transport, trade, and access to social services in the region.
The UGX 430.26 billion project is financed by the World Bank under the International Development Association (IDA) grant.
According to project officials, physical progress currently stands at 30.47 percent.
Ongoing works include major earthworks, installation of culverts, and construction of drainage structures aimed at improving the road’s durability and resilience, particularly during the rainy season.
Once completed, the upgraded road is expected to ease movement of goods and people, lower vehicle operating costs, and stimulate economic activity in West Nile — a region that hosts a significant refugee population, particularly from neighboring South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Government officials say the project aligns with broader infrastructure development efforts intended to integrate refugee-hosting communities into national development plans, while enhancing regional connectivity.
Completion of the Koboko–Yumbe–Moyo road project is scheduled for July 2027.
