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National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) Masaka Area has held a high-level stakeholder engagement meeting to provide updates on the Bukakata–Masaka Water Supply and Sanitation Infrastructure Improvement Project, a flagship initiative aimed at improving water security and sanitation services in Masaka City and surrounding areas.
The engagement, convened by the NWSC Masaka Area General Manager, Eng. Mujuni Emmanuel, brought together city leadership, central government representatives, project consultants, contractors, and NWSC management. The meeting reaffirmed a shared commitment to collaborative implementation and improved service delivery for the region.
The meeting was attended by the Mayor of Masaka City, Hon. Namayanja Florence, and the Resident City Commissioner (RCC) Masaka, Mr. Ahamada Washaki, underscoring strong political and administrative backing for the project.
Their presence highlighted the importance of coordinated leadership in ensuring successful implementation and community ownership of the project.
Leading the NWSC delegation, Eng. Mujuni emphasized the Corporation’s commitment to transparency, stakeholder engagement, and timely project delivery. He was supported by the NWSC Headquarters Project Team led by Eng. Allan, who reinforced the project’s strategic importance.
Eng. Mujuni noted that the Bukakata–Masaka project is designed to address both current and future water demand while contributing to improved public health, urban growth, and economic development in Masaka and its environs.
A detailed technical presentation was delivered by Eng. Gloria, leading the project consultant team from We Consult. The presentation outlined the project scope, implementation strategy, timelines, and anticipated outcomes, including enhanced water supply reliability and improved sanitation services.
The project contractor, SOGEA SATOM, also made a comprehensive presentation led by Eng. Hama, highlighting construction methodologies, mobilization status, health and safety measures, and the planned sequence of works. The contractor reaffirmed its commitment to quality execution, safety compliance, and adherence to agreed timelines.
In her remarks, Hon. Namayanja Florence welcomed the project, describing it as timely and critical for addressing water shortages, supporting Masaka City’s urban expansion, and improving public health outcomes. She emphasized the need for continuous community engagement and clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
The RCC Masaka, Mr. Ahamada Washaki, commended NWSC for its proactive stakeholder approach and called for close collaboration between the project team, city authorities, and local communities to ensure smooth implementation.
Following the engagement, stakeholders conducted site visits to Bukakata Kaziru, where the water intake and treatment plant will be constructed, and Kako, the proposed site for the reservoir tank. The visits allowed participants to appreciate the project’s scale, understand site-specific considerations, and strengthen collective ownership of the initiative.
NWSC Masaka reaffirmed its commitment to sustained stakeholder engagement, transparency, and effective coordination as project implementation progresses. Once completed, the Bukakata–Masaka Water Supply and Sanitation Infrastructure Improvement Project is expected to significantly improve access to safe water and sanitation services, contributing to better quality of life, economic growth, and environmental sustainability in Masaka City and surrounding communities .
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