Nakaseke Community Roads are transforming trade and agriculture in the district after the government commissioned two major access routes worth Shs3.8 billion. The new infrastructure is expected to strengthen rural connectivity, lower transport costs and raise household incomes across several sub-counties.
The commissioning of Nakaseke Community Roads marks a significant milestone under the Local Economic Growth Support project. Officials say the upgraded routes will unlock new economic opportunities, especially in the district’s fast-growing dairy sector.
Investment Strengthens Nakaseke Community Roads Network
The roads were officially launched by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Local Government, Ben Kumumanya. The project falls under the Local Economic Growth Support programme, which focuses on improving production and market access in rural districts.
The completed works include the 27-kilometre Gayaza–Kalungu–Mityomere Road built at Shs1.8 billion and the 33.3-kilometre Gomero–Migani–Kagongi–Buwana Road constructed at Shs2 billion. These routes connect Kinyogoga, Ngoma, Kinoni, Wakyaato and surrounding areas.
According to Kumumanya, more than 60 kilometres of roads delivered under the programme have already reduced transport expenses and attracted new businesses. Public transport services have also expanded along the improved corridors, making movement easier for residents.
Dairy Sector Benefits from Nakaseke Community Roads
The dairy industry has emerged as one of the biggest beneficiaries of the upgraded Nakaseke Community Roads. Improved accessibility has increased farm-gate milk prices from as low as Shs300 to at least Shs800 per litre.
Project officials report that more than six private milk collection centres have opened along the new road network. The Buwana Milk Collection Facility has also enhanced storage and strengthened market linkages for farmers.
As a result, dairy farmers can now transport milk faster and in better condition. This has reduced post-harvest losses and improved bargaining power at collection points.
LEGS Project Expands Rural Infrastructure
The Local Economic Growth Support programme is a Government of Uganda initiative backed by the Lives and Livelihoods Fund and the Islamic Development Bank. Since 2019, the programme has invested Shs13.5 billion in Nakaseke District alone.
Key projects include the Kiwoko Maize Milling and Processing Facility and the Kikwata Kimika Coffee Processing Plant. In addition, roadside market sheds, a solar mini-grid in Nakalango, biogas demonstration centres and the Lugogo Swamp Water Pipeline have been developed.
These investments aim to promote value addition, strengthen production and improve market access for farmers and traders.
Revenue Growth Linked to Improved Roads
District leaders say the upgraded Nakaseke Community Roads have already boosted local revenue performance. Annual collections have risen from Shs2.5 billion to Shs3 billion in the current financial year.
More than 60 percent of this revenue comes from areas directly served by the improved road network. This trend reflects increased business activity and better economic participation.
Nakaseke Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Kiiza Geoffrey welcomed the development. He noted that communities that offered land for road construction are already experiencing tangible economic gains.
He explained that the new connection has eased movement between Goma and neighbouring sub-counties. As a result, trade flows more smoothly and livelihoods continue to improve.
Call for Community Ownership
Officials have urged residents to protect and maintain the new infrastructure. Kumumanya emphasized the importance of community ownership to sustain socio-economic transformation in the district.
With Nakaseke Community Roads now fully operational, stakeholders believe the district is better positioned to expand trade, strengthen agriculture and raise living standards. The improved connectivity signals a broader push toward inclusive rural growth across Uganda.