Kagogo Slaughter Slab Renovation and Karangaro Health Centre Latrine Construction Kick Off.

Rukungiri: Two development projects in Western Division of Rukungiri Municipality have been officially launched. These include the renovation of the Kagogo slaughter slab and the construction of a two-stance lined VIP latrine at Karangaro Health Centre II.

The launch ceremony was held on March 13, and was led by the Rukungiri Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Wilberforce Ahimbisibwe Ongom, together with municipal leaders and officials from Western Division.

The contract for the renovation of Kagogo slaughter slab (Phase II) was awarded to Rwenkuraijo Building Contractor Limited at a cost of UGX 27,229,503. Meanwhile, the construction of the two-stance lined VIP latrine at Karangaro Health Centre II was awarded to His Mercy Consults Ltd at a cost of UGX 18,523,676.

According to the Municipal Engineer Hangson Nuwamanya, the two projects are expected to be completed within three months, starting today.

Speaking during the launch, Deputy RDC Wilberforce Ahimbisibwe Ongom warned contractors against doing shoddy work. He urged them to ensure quality work and also called upon municipal and division leaders to closely supervise the projects and avoid being bribed to approve substandard work.

The LCIII Chairperson for Western Division, Sylivia Twinomugisha, appreciated the Government of Uganda for continuously funding development projects in the division. She asked the contractors to work hard so that the projects are completed before the end of the current financial year.

Western Division Town Clerk John Kwesiga also advised the contractors to complete the work within the given time and to use proper materials to ensure quality work and value for money.