Economy - 27 August 2026
New Parliament Chamber Reaches 63 Percent Completion Amid Cost Concerns
Kampala, August 27, 2026 - Construction of Uganda's new Parliament chamber has reached 63 percent completion, while questions persist over delays and the project's rising cost.
The revised contract value is about Shs220 billion, up from an initial estimate of roughly Shs179 billion.
Ssenyonyi has questioned the delays, keeping attention on execution and cost control in a high-profile public infrastructure project.
The project is relevant to investors because it highlights public works management, budget discipline and the government's capacity to deliver strategic institutional infrastructure on schedule.
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