Bwaise terminal developers yet to receive government support in 30 years

The terminal is currently 65 per cent complete with an investment of Shs12.7 billion over three decades since the land acquisition in 1985. It was initially planned as a public-private partnership, but according to one of the directors of the investment, Fred Bogere, the government has not provided any support so far.

The terminal is intended to accommodate taxis and buses from various regions, including northern Uganda, Kayunga-Bugerere, and Kiboga on Hoima Road.

To finish the first phase and ensure the smooth operation of the terminal, an additional Shs3.5 billion is needed.

The developers have cited that one of the challenges they are facing is the dumping of garbage and silt by neighbouring residents, which may cause drainage issues and potential flooding.

Bogere has requested the intervention of Bwaise Mayor Emanuel Sserunjogi to ensure that carpenters and timber traders in the area dispose of their waste properly and avoid damaging the drainage system.

Sserunjogi also plans to engage with the Resident City Commissioner (RCC) of Kawempe, Suleiman Walugembe, to convene a meeting and encourage the formation of a single taxi body to prevent conflicts.

Although some taxi operators in Bwaise and other areas have shown interest in using the established terminal to decongest the roads, taxi groups in Bwaise have yet to form a unified body to operate within the facility.

He has also appealed to the government to support local investors by offering them tax holidays and other benefits, similar to what is provided to foreign investors.

Kampala Logistics Center (Kalocen) Investments is the developer of the terminal which is situated on over six acres of land located between the Northern bypass, Bombo Road, and Mambule Road.