In a contentious session before the Parliamentary Physical Infrastructure Committee, KCCA officials, led by Kampala minister Kabuye Kyofatogabye and Deputy Executive Director David Luyimbazi, found themselves under intense scrutiny for the unauthorized extension of Lugogo Forest Mall.
Legislators pointed to alleged double standards in dealing with illegal structures and raised questions about the worsening flooding situation in the Nakawa Division.
During the session, KCCA Deputy ED, Luyimbazi, acknowledged the challenges faced by the authority, stating,
“Some developers use impunity shedding light on the difficulties in enforcing regulations”
The committee also criticized KCCA for ignoring a directive from Works and Transport Minister Gen. Katumba Wamala, which called for the establishment of committee boards to oversee construction sites and approved plans.
Nakawa residents present at the hearing expressed their distress over the increased severity of floods during rainy seasons, attributing it to the recent extension of Lugogo Forest Mall.
The committee subsequently summoned KCCA Executive Director, Dorothy Kisaka, and the Lugogo Forest Mall developer for further questioning.
