Mugabe R
Rukungiri Resident District Commissioner, Steven Nsubuga Bewayo, has issued a warning to contractors in the district, threatening arrests for those who fail to comply with site rules and regulations. The announcement was made on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, during his remarks at the official completion ceremony of staff quarters donated by the Rotary Club of Kyengyera District 9214 in collaboration with Rukungiri District Local Government.
Earlier this year, the Rotary Club of Kyengyera, in partnership with Rukungiri District Local Government, initiated the construction of four self-contained twin houses at Buyanja Health Center 3 in Buyanja Town Council, Rukungiri District, with an estimated cost exceeding 264 million. The finishing construction work, valued at 232 million, was assigned to BELFAST Engineering Company based in Kireka Kampala, with a stipulated completion time of 6 months.
Steven Nsubuga Bewayo emphasized the contractors’ responsibility to adhere to site safety measures, including the provision of protective gear, an obligation that some contractors have reportedly neglected.
Musimenta Claire Keredonia, the Rukungiri District Secretary for Education, Commerce, and Tourism, representing the Chairperson LC5, commended the Rotary Club for promoting workers’ welfare, anticipating positive impacts on service delivery.
Hajj Masokoyi Wasswa Swalik, the Rukungiri Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), disclosed that on November 17th, all Chief Administrative Officers attended a Ministry of Local Government-organized meeting, where Rukungiri District was recognized as a leader in service delivery. He affirmed the district’s commitment to sustaining quality service delivery.
Nsengi Yunva Confidence, the Deputy Rukungiri District Health Officer, expressed gratitude, asserting that the completed building would combat absenteeism and enhance service delivery at the facility.
Busingye Doreen, a member of the Rotary Club of Kyengyera, thanked Rukungiri District Local Government for allocating land and collaborating with them. The club contributed 50 million, covering the roofing costs of the building. She encouraged parents to instill a helping spirit in their children, emphasizing that funds supporting Rotary Club activities are contributed by individuals with a willingness to assist. She urged staff at Buyanja Health Center 4 to care for the building and leverage it to provide reliable services upon completion.
Augustine Mbabazi, representing Belfast Engineering Company, pledged maximum cooperation, committing to adhere to site rules, regulations, and ensuring quality work during the third phase of staff quarters completion, which involves fixing doors, electrical installations, ceiling, and the septic tank.
