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Ugandan government revives plan to relocate offices from Kampala to Entebbe, investing $500M in infrastructure development and economic growth
KAMPALA, Uganda — The Ugandan government has revived plans to relocate its offices from Kampala to Entebbe, as part of a broader strategy to ease congestion in the capital city.
According to State Minister for Privatisation and Investment Evelyn Anite, the government has allocated 150 acres of land in Entebbe to Chinese investors for the construction of modern facilities. The project, valued at $500 million, aims to create an “alternative capital city” in Entebbe.
“All government ministries, departments, and agencies currently renting private premises will be relocated to the government campus, which is under construction,” Anite said.
The relocation plan, first announced in 2018, aims to decongest Kampala and promote economic growth in Entebbe. The new facilities will include a conference center, five-star hotel, international school, and modern housing.
Chinese investor Paul Zhang, whose company Tian Tang Group is leading the project, said construction will commence next month, subject to environmental approval. Zhang noted that Entebbe, with its proximity to the airport, offers a unique opportunity for investors.
The Ugandan government sees the project as a strategic move to drive economic growth and create jobs. Anite emphasized that the land allocation is an incentive to encourage investors to invest in Entebbe.
The project is expected to transform Entebbe into a modern city, with state-of-the-art amenities and infrastructure.