A young Ugandan digital skills advocate has publicly expressed support for Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s intensified campaign against corruption in road construction and broader public infrastructure projects in the capital.
On Tuesday, Nyanzi Martin Luther, President of APEX Digital Skills (ADS), a Kampala-based organisation focused on training young people in computer skills, coding, graphic design and entrepreneurship, issued a statement commending Gen Muhoozi’s recent remarks on accountability and public resource management.
Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of President Yoweri Museveni and head of Uganda’s military, has in recent days sharply criticised what he described as long-standing mismanagement in Kampala’s road sector. He cited persistent challenges including potholes, flooding after rainfall, poor drainage systems and inflated project costs, describing them as signs of systemic corruption and weak oversight.
Following his remarks, Gen Muhoozi announced that oversight of Kampala city road projects would come under his direct coordination as Chief of Defence Forces. He also indicated that the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) would participate in road construction and rehabilitation efforts. In addition, he launched what he termed “Operation Maliza Ufisadi” (End Corruption), stating that security agencies would pursue recovery of alleged stolen public funds and assets. He further warned that no individual, regardless of political connection, wealth or status, would be exempt from investigation or arrest.
Speaking at the APEX Digital Skills hub in Kampala, Nyanzi described Muhoozi’s position as a strong and decisive message on accountability and discipline in public service. He said the initiative reflects a commitment to safeguarding taxpayers’ money and addressing long-standing weaknesses in public project management.
He welcomed the reported reforms in Kampala road project supervision, noting that they aim to reduce financial leakages, improve procurement processes, minimise delays and prevent cost escalations. He added that stronger transparency and enforcement mechanisms could enhance contractor performance, improve compliance and ensure better value for public expenditure.
Road infrastructure in Kampala has long faced public criticism, with residents frequently pointing to poor road conditions, inadequate drainage and recurring maintenance failures despite substantial annual budget allocations. Critics attribute these challenges to corruption, inflated contracts and weak oversight systems.
Gen Muhoozi’s intervention has sparked mixed reactions, with supporters describing it as a bold move to enforce discipline in a sector long affected by inefficiencies, while critics question the growing involvement of the military in civilian infrastructure projects.
The statement from ADS adds to the ongoing national debate on improving infrastructure delivery while strengthening accountability and protection of public resources.
