KCCA’s Proposed Shs725bn Budget Raises Service Delivery Concerns

What the report says

Kampala city leaders have raised concerns over the Kampala Capital City Authority’s proposed Shs725 billion budget for the 2027/2028 financial year, saying the lower allocation could slow service delivery and delay planned development work. According to Nile Post, the proposal was presented at a budget conference in Kampala on Thursday, October 22, 2026, where KCCA technical staff outlined priorities and projects that still lack funding.

The reported budget is below the Shs1 trillion allocated for the current financial year, prompting division mayors, councillors and other city leaders to press for more central government support. They argued that KCCA needs stronger financing to meet Kampala’s growing needs, complete projects already underway and respond to residents’ expectations. Several leaders also called for tighter accountability in how public money is spent and for projects to be ranked according to community needs.

Nile Post reported that the issue of funding for Kiteezi rehabilitation was among the concerns raised, although the specific works were not detailed. Leaders also discussed unresolved questions around the Nakivubo settlement issue. The meeting reflected broader tensions over how to balance infrastructure development with essential services in the city.

KCCA Executive Director Sharifah Buzeki urged political leaders to give residents accurate information about the authority’s finances and limits, saying public expectations should match available resources. She also said KCCA does not support the imprisonment of people or confiscation of property by individuals acting as an enforcement team, and called for clearer communication to avoid misinformation as the budget process continues.