In a strategic move aimed to rally support for ajoint operation on dilapidated buildings,Kampala Capital City Authority Executive Director has held courtesy visit to State House Anti Corruption Unit
The Executive Director of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), Hajat Sharifah Buzeki, met with the Head of the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU), Brig. Gen. Henry Isoke, in a move aimed at strengthening institutional collaboration and enhancing accountability in the management of Kampala City.
The courtesy meeting, brought together senior officials from KCCA, the State House Anti-Corruption Unit, and the National Building Review Board (NBRB) to discuss areas of mutual interest and review the progress of ongoing investigations into alleged illegal construction activities within the city.
Hajat Buzeki was accompanied by KCCA’s Director of Engineering and Technical Services, Eng. Justus Akankwasa; Director of Physical Planning, Vincent Atenyi Byendamira; and Deputy Director of Legal Affairs, Caleb Mugisha.
According to officials, the discussions focused on strengthening coordination between the institutions to improve the execution of their respective mandates, particularly in areas relating to urban planning, infrastructure development, regulatory compliance, and the enforcement of building standards.
A key agenda item during the meeting was the review of ongoing investigations being conducted by the State House Anti-Corruption Unit into allegations of illegal construction in Kampala. The investigations are part of broader efforts to ensure adherence to building regulations and promote public safety in the rapidly growing city.
The meeting was also attended by Patrick Kateeba, the Acting Executive Secretary of the National Building Review Board, an agency currently providing technical support to the State House Anti-Corruption Unit in the investigations. He was accompanied by the Board’s Manager of Investigations, Eng. Joseph Acai.
The involvement of the National Building Review Board is expected to provide technical expertise in assessing compliance with construction standards and identifying potential breaches of building regulations.
The engagement underscores the government’s continued commitment to promoting transparency, accountability, and adherence to established planning and construction guidelines. It also reflects growing inter-agency cooperation in addressing challenges associated with urban development and illegal construction practices.
Officials expressed optimism that strengthened collaboration between KCCA, the State House Anti-Corruption Unit, and the National Building Review Board will enhance oversight mechanisms and contribute to safer, more orderly urban development in Kampala.
