The Kabwoya–Buhuka Road, a key artery in western Uganda’s oil-rich Albertine Graben, is currently being upgraded to bitumen standards. Launched in September 2024, this vital infrastructure project is set to be completed by 2027, promising to unlock economic growth, improve safety, and enhance regional connectivity.
Why the Kabwoya–Buhuka Road Upgrade Matters
1. Advancing Oil & Gas Operations
Linking critical oil fields to central processing and logistics points, the upgraded road will facilitate smoother transport of machinery, crude, and personnel boosting efficiency across the oil value chain.
2. Catalyzing Economic Activity
This tarmac road will foster trade by improving access for farmers, traders, and businesses in Hoima, Kikuube, and surrounding districts. Reduced travel times and transportation costs will invigorate local economies.
3. Enhancing Safety & Year-Round Access
Replacing the unreliable gravel surface, especially dangerous during the rainy season, the new bitumen road will lower accident rates and ensure consistent access for schools, health facilities, and communities year-round.
Project Overview at a Glance
- Length: Approx. 55 km (Kabwoya to Buhuka)
- Upgrade Scope: Gravel to bitumen with proper drainage, signage, and bridges
- Timeline: Initiated September 2024; expected completion by 2027
- Strategic Importance: Integral to Uganda’s oil roads network
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