The Ministry of Works and Transport has directed contractors working on the long-delayed Namungona–Bwaise section of the Kampala Northern Bypass to operate night shifts and utilize off-peak hours in a bid to complete the remaining works within three weeks.
In a public notice issued on Monday, Permanent Secretary Bagaya Waiswa announced the resumption of maintenance works on the final 500-metre stretch of the bypass, a critical section that has been a source of frustration for motorists due to prolonged delays and traffic disruptions.
The ministry said contractor Stirling Civil Engineering Ltd has already returned to site and commenced preparations, including the installation of traffic management measures to facilitate construction activities.
“The contractor has been directed to ensure that all outstanding works are completed within the revised schedule, utilizing night shifts and off-peak hours,” the ministry said.
According to the notice, the remaining works are expected to be completed within a period not exceeding three weeks from June 15, 2026.
The Kampala Northern Bypass serves as a key transport corridor linking major routes around the city and easing congestion in the central business district.
However, ongoing works on the Namungona–Bwaise section have repeatedly slowed traffic movement, drawing complaints from road users and businesses operating along the route.
With construction activities now intensifying, motorists have been advised to plan their journeys accordingly and exercise caution while passing through the work zone.
The ministry apologized for the inconvenience caused, saying the accelerated work schedule is intended to ensure the project is completed within the revised timeline while minimizing disruption to traffic flow.
If completed as scheduled, the works will mark the end of repairs on one of the most problematic sections of the bypass, restoring smoother traffic movement along a route used daily by thousands of commuters and cargo transporters.
