Cabinet approves Shs19bn for 1,841 Kampala flood victims

What the report says

Cabinet has approved Shs18.9995 billion in compassionate financial assistance for 1,841 verified traders whose businesses were affected by the October 2025 floods in Kampala, according to a briefing by Minister for ICT and National Guidance Justine Kasule Lumumba. The announcement followed the 16th Cabinet meeting held on November 9, 2026, and was made at the Uganda Media Centre on Tuesday.

The package also includes Shs1.0005 billion for the Federation of Uganda Traders Associations (FUTA), taking the total allocation to Shs20 billion. Of that extra amount, Shs682.5 million is meant for FUTA’s operations, while Shs318 million will go toward a revolving fund contribution. The assistance is described as ex-gratia support for traders affected by the severe rains of October 30 and 31, 2025.

The floods caused flash flooding in central Kampala and hit 13 arcades as well as St Balikuddembe Market, also known as Owino Market. The article names several affected premises, including Nana Arcade, Capital Centre, Pentagon Plaza, French Plaza, Premier Arcade, Qualicel Mall and others. The approval comes after months of delay linked to identifying and verifying eligible beneficiaries. The report also says Cabinet approved a board for the new National Drug and Health Products Authority and funding for boundary demarcation work.