Kampala — Traffic congestion in Uganda’s capital could soon be significantly reduced under a proposal by Egypt’s Orascom Construction to introduce a modern urban transit network comprising light rail, mono-rail, and underground metro lines.
The plan, presented to President Yoweri Museveni, aims to tackle the chronic traffic gridlock that has long plagued Kampala’s roads. According to Orascom officials, the integrated transport system would not only save billions of shillings in fuel costs but also reduce air pollution and extend the lifespan of existing road infrastructure.
President Museveni welcomed the proposal, noting that efficient mass transit is key to supporting economic growth and improving urban mobility. He emphasised that the government is committed to exploring partnerships that can deliver sustainable transport solutions for the city.
If approved, the project would mark one of the largest urban infrastructure developments in Uganda’s history, potentially transforming the way residents commute across the capital.
