Medical interns due to begin their 2026/2027 internship have announced that they will not report to their assigned hospitals until the government resolves their welfare concerns and withdraws the controversial National Education and Training for Health (NETH) policy.
The decision was reached after a meeting held on 31 July 2026 between representatives of the interns and officials from the Ministry of Health, led by Health Minister Dr Chris Baryomunsi. The discussions focused on the disputed NETH policy, interns’ welfare and the facilitation they are entitled to during their training.
Although both sides held talks, they failed to reach an agreement.
In a notice dated 2 August 2026 and addressed to executive directors, medical directors and hospital directors of internship training centres, the president of the Medical Interns’ Interim Committee, Dr Ssegonga Silver, explained that the discussions collapsed because the Ministry did not commit to withdrawing the NETH policy and replacing it with a new one developed through broad consultations with all stakeholders.
The interns also faulted the Ministry for failing to provide a written commitment guaranteeing equal welfare and allowances for both government-sponsored and privately sponsored interns. They further criticised officials for refusing to postpone the reporting and induction dates until Cabinet resolves the outstanding concerns.
The National Education and Training for Health (NETH) policy has attracted widespread opposition from medical professional bodies, which argue that it does not adequately protect the welfare of interns and other early-career health professionals. Critics also object to several provisions governing internship deployment and facilitation.
Following the failed negotiations, the interns unanimously resolved not to report to any internship training facility until their demands are met.
They want the government to immediately withdraw the NETH policy, commit to funding interns’ stipends while reinstating the 2021 presidential directive on interns’ welfare, and guarantee that all interns will receive their monthly allowances on time.
Days before his Ekiki Gweconcert, TikToker Dr. Cephco has chosen to clear the air with people he says he hurt in the past.
Speaking ahead of the show, Cephco admitted that he had offended and insulted several people over the years, saying he wanted to seek forgiveness before stepping onto the stage.
Among those he mentioned were Mina the Queen, Gold Viv, Phoebe, and Hezo.
I apologize to all the people I wronged in the past, including Mina the Queen—I abused her. Phoebe, Gold Viv, Hezo, I am so sorry.
Cephco said he regrets his past actions and hopes those he hurt will forgive him as he begins a new chapter.
He also urged fans to attend the Ekiki Gwe concert on August 9 at PowerKing Hotel Kasubi, thanking everyone who has continued to support him.
As excitement builds ahead of Thursday’s boxing showdown, Mubarak Munyagwa has made it clear where his support lies.
The former presidential candidate believes Shawa will have the upper hand when he squares off against Chicken Chicken, arguing that a difficult childhood built the toughness needed for the contest.
Chicken Chicken will be beaten because Shawa grew up eating cassava in the village, while Chicken Chicken grew up eating pizza.
Munyagwa said the comparison was never really about food.
In his view, it reflects two completely different upbringings, one that demanded resilience and another that offered comfort.
Still, he says he has room to support both men.
While revealing that he would honour the money he promised Shawa during a previous live broadcast, Munyagwa added that Chicken Chicken would not leave empty-handed either.
I support both of them, but Shawa is a genuine person who deserves sympathy. He cries easily, and I felt bad for him and his parents.
Shawa and Chicken Chicken will finally settle their rivalry when they meet in the ring on Thursday, August 6, at Supremacy Lounge in Nakulabye.
Veteran actor and comedian Philip Luswata has weighed in on the challenges facing Uganda’s comedy industry, arguing that the decline stems from comedians abandoning the intellectual discipline and research that the craft demands.
Speaking in an interview, Luswata stressed that comedy is far more than simply cracking jokes.
According to him, making people laugh is one of the most complex forms of entertainment because it requires intelligence, vulnerability, and a deep understanding of human behavior.
We’ve forgotten that comedy is a very intellectual craft. It’s a very intelligent craft. It’s very easy to make people cry because I can tell a story and you cry. But making someone laugh has a pattern.
Luswata noted that many comedians have lost the vulnerability that makes comedy relatable, adding that they often assume a joke that entertains one group of people will automatically resonate with everyone else.
The issue is people dropped vulnerability. Comedy is a very intelligent and vulnerable craft, so you must be vulnerable. You can’t be overconfident because everyone has their own sense of humour. Our comedians got used to believing that if a performance excites one section of people, it will automatically excite others, which is not true.
He further blamed the industry’s struggles on a lack of research and preparation, saying many performers fail to study their audiences or carefully develop their material.
According to Luswata, the best comedians are those who can observe ordinary, everyday situations and creatively transform them into hilarious performances that audiences can relate to.
They don’t do research. What makes people laugh is your ability to turn an everyday thing into something funny that sparks laughter. A good comedy performance requires proper setup and well-crafted skits.
Former Speaker of Parliament and Bukedea District Woman Member of Parliament Anita Among today attended the parliamentary plenary sitting virtually for the first time in 83 days, a move that comes amid concerns over prolonged absenteeism from the House.
Among participated in the sitting via Zoom, marking her first appearance since her extended absence from parliamentary proceedings.
Her virtual attendance follows growing attention to Parliament’s rules governing absenteeism by legislators. Under the Rules of Procedure, Members of Parliament who fail to attend House sittings for a prolonged period without permission or satisfactory explanation risk sanctions, including the possible declaration of their seats vacant.
Observers say the virtual appearance effectively resets the attendance record and helps the Bukedea Woman MP remain compliant with Parliament’s attendance requirements.
The development has attracted significant public and political interest, with many closely monitoring the attendance records of legislators and the enforcement of parliamentary rules.
Neither Among nor Parliament had, by the time of publication, issued a detailed statement regarding the reasons for her prolonged absence or whether her participation was made under any special arrangement.
Anita Among served as Speaker of the 11th Parliament before leaving the office following changes in the leadership of Parliament. She continues to represent Bukedea District as Woman Member of Parliament.
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The Special Forces Command (SFC) on Sunday 2nd, August, 2026 conducted a series of handover and takeover ceremonies as senior officers assumed new responsibilities following recent appointments within the force.
Lt Col. Frank Murema officially handed over the office of Deputy Director of Operations at the SFC Headquarters to Lt Col. A.C. Kaawe before taking over command of the 16 Service Brigade, headquartered at Busambaga in Entebbe.
At the brigade headquarters, Lt Col. Allen Atuhaire, who had been serving in an acting capacity as head of the 16 Service Brigade, formally handed over office by presenting the official report on behalf of the outgoing Brigade Commander, Col. R.R. Tugume, who has proceeded to the National Defence College for a strategic course.
The report highlighted several achievements registered under Col. Tugume’s leadership, including the construction of modern storage facilities, fuel reserves, the main quarter guard and other key infrastructure projects that have significantly enhanced the brigade’s operational and logistical capacity.
Presiding over the ceremony, the Commander of the Special Forces Command, Maj. Gen. Asaph Mweteise Nyakikuru, commended Col. Tugume for his exemplary leadership and dedication in leading one of the SFC’s most critical formations.
He urged Lt Col. Murema to build on the brigade’s achievements by fostering teamwork, integrity, professionalism and effective coordination.
Describing the 16 Service Brigade as the backbone of the SFC’s welfare and logistical support, Maj. Gen. Nyakikuru said strong leadership and unity would be essential in sustaining the brigade’s contribution to the force’s operational success.
The SFC Commander also announced the appointment of Lt Col. Allen Atuhaire as Deputy Brigade Commander, noting that her previous position as Brigade Operations and Training Officer will be filled in due course.
Earlier at the SFC Headquarters, the Director of Operations, Col. Philip Mugizi, praised Lt Col. Murema for his professionalism and outstanding contribution to the successful execution of SFC operations during his tenure as Deputy Director of Operations.
He welcomed Lt Col. Kaawe to his new role and encouraged him to embrace innovation by leveraging emerging technologies and modern operational approaches to enhance mission effectiveness.
The ceremonies were attended by senior SFC leaders, including the newly appointed Chief of Staff, Brig. Gen. John Mango Baraza, the newly appointed Director of Human Resource Management, Hon. Col. Night Ikiriza, who also serves as the UPDF representative in Parliament, as well as senior and junior officers and non-commissioned officers.
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[3rd August, 2026] Huawei Technologies Uganda Company Limited, a national leader in information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, has officially announced its latest campus recruitment program, scheduled to be held on Friday, 7th August, 2026, at Makerere University – Main Building from 0900-1200hrs.
Under the inspiring theme “The Sky Is the Limit” and the collective slogan “A Better U for a Better Uganda,” the recruitment drive aims to unlock the career potential of final-year university students and recent graduates, guiding them from academia into thriving professional trajectories within the tech sector.
The upcoming event targets high-achieving young professionals and graduates specializing in ICT-related fields, including Electrical and Telecommunications Engineering, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Computer Science, Finance, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Human Resources, and Public Administration.
As the country accelerates its digital transformation, Huawei has remained dedicated to bridging the digital skills gap and building robust local capacity in Uganda over the past twenty-five years through its various Cooperate Social Responsibility programs such as the Huawei ICT Competitions, Huawei ICT Academy, Seeds for the Future, National ICT Job Fair and the Huawei Campus Recruitment Program. These pillars collectively underscore Huawei’s long-term commitment to driving sustainable digital inclusion, promoting gender equity, and empowering the next generation of Ugandan tech innovators through strategic partnerships with local academic institutions and government bodies.
The Makerere University recruitment drive particularly offers participants a direct gateway to interact with some of industry’s leaders, explore career paths, and engage with Huawei’s top executive regarding employment and internship prospects along with successful applicants from previous editions sharing their experiences first hand.
Selected candidates will benefit from a comprehensive transition ecosystem designed to foster professional growth, featuring dedicated mentorship, as very new hire is paired with a seasoned professional to ease the transition from campus life to the corporate workspace, practical project experience presents opportunities for participants to handle real-world responsibilities and contribute to cutting-edge digital transformation projects, access to Huawei’s advanced structured training and specialized programs with global self-learning tools such as Huawei’s iLearning and 3MS platforms which set them apart.
Eligible candidates are encouraged to register their attendance, upload copies of their academic documents and CVs, and show up to seize the opportunity to shape Uganda’s digital future. Registration link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/ZMrEYJ9QZG
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Kampala, Uganda: In a bid to further drive financial inclusion, MTN Mobile Money Limited Uganda has partnered with ClinicPesa to extend healthcare financial services to more Ugandans conveniently through the robust, accessible, and widely used MTN MoMo platform. The service was launched onto the MTN MoMo platform yesterday at the MTN Headquarters in Kampala.
Representatives from Bank of Uganda, UFSD, ClinicPesa and MTN at the launch of the partnership between MTN MoMo and ClinicPesa
ClinicPesa services can be accessed by MTN MoMo customers by simply dialing *165*5*4#
ClinicPesa is a healthcare financing solution that empowers individuals to save, borrow and pay for healthcare or to purchase drugs/medicine in their time of need at any partnering healthcare facilities.
ClinicPesa has a number of services for instance the maternal health service called ClinicPesaMaMa’s. ClinicPesa MaMa’s is a behaviorally driven mobile money maternal health savings account platform that empowers expectant women and couples to access timely savings towards maternity care, purchase of birth preparedness kits (MaMa Kits), upkeep, as well as transportation to the healthcare center, hence empowering them to afford safe child delivery.
Following the partnership between MTN MoMo and ClinicPesa, individuals will be able to use the MTN MoMo platform to set up and manage their Healthcare accounts with ease using their mobile phones.
Speaking at the launch of the partnership on behalf of the Deputy Governor Bank of Uganda, Richard Byarugaba, the BoU head of finance lauded MTN MoMo and ClinicPesa partnership.
“Only 15% save in financial institutions while 17% save on their mobile phones. This product shall therefore not only promote healthcare but also promote savings among more people in Uganda,” Byarugaba said.
Financial Sector Deepening’s Director of Programs, Joseph Lutwama lauded ClinicPesa for innovating products that eliminate financial bottlenecks for low-income earners.
“We have walked with ClincPesa on this journey for 4 years and are happy to see that they are partnering with MTN MoMo to take this service to many more people who need it. We shall continue supporting innovators like ClinicPesa to provide a better life to the people in the communities in which we live,” Lutwama said.
Save for your healthcare bills starting with as low as 500 shs everyday with ClinicPesa through MTN MoMo
ClinicPesa Chief Executive Officer, Eng. Chrispinus Onyancha thanked MTN MoMo for accepting to work with ClinicPesa.
“I also thank them for the new innovations that MTN has put in place to make their customers’ lives simpler. I urge the MTN Customers to set up their ClinicPesa accounts and start saving for their healthcare,” Onyancha said.
Sylvia Mulinge, the MTN Chief Executive Officer of MTN Uganda said that the partnership between MTN MoMo Ltd and ClinicPesa underpins MTN’s commitment to leading digital solutions for Africa’s progress by providing the benefits of a modern connected life to all its customers.
“At MTN, we believe that everyone deserves the benefits of a modern connected life. And in many ways, good health backed by affordable health services is a crucial enabler of harnessing the benefits of this modern connected life for all. I am happy to note that MTN MoMo is fulfilling this vision by connecting more and more Ugandans to a practical health financing scheme that will enable them to save for health services easily,” Mulinge said.
Richard Yego, the MTN MoMo Ltd Uganda Managing Director said that: “Financial inclusion is at the core of all our innovations at MTN MoMo. We believe that through partnering with ClinicPesa, more Ugandans shall get access to a life-changing financial servicethat will enable them to manage their healthcare financing more conveniently and efficiently,” Yego said.
With over 16 million customers on the MTN network, the partnership between MTN MoMo and ClinicPesa will extend healthcare financial services to more people who have not been able to access such services.
MTN MoMo is committed to delivering the benefits of a modern connected worldby bolstering financial inclusion through offering a wide range of financial services aimed at easing and improving the lives of all its customers.
The Minister of Local Government, Balaam Barugahara Ateenyi, has ordered the arrest and interdiction of 14 current and former officials of Mbarara City Council over allegations of corruption, financial mismanagement, and abuse of office uncovered during the government’s ongoing “Expose the Corrupt” campaign.
The directive was issued on Tuesday during a public accountability meeting in Mbarara City, where the minister instructed the Rwizi Regional Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) to record statements from all the implicated officials and commence investigations.
Those affected include City Town Clerk Justin Barekye, Deputy Town Clerk Simon Ejau, Natural Resources Officer David Sancho Nuwagaba, Trade Officer Allan Karakure, Procurement Officer Dina Mwije, Principal Revenue Officer and Contracts Committee Chairperson Samuel Tayebwa Rwakinanga, Engineering Officer Ronald Kamukama, former Deputy Town Clerk Richard Mugisha, former City Engineer Logino Mugisha, procurement officer Edgar Atwine, Probation Officer Henry Mugisha, current City Engineer Jackie Tumwine, Dr. Keirukye Mugisha and James Agaba, now serving as Principal Commercial Officer in Fort Portal City.
Barugahara directed that officials who have since been transferred to other duty stations be recalled, interdicted and required to record statements as investigations continue. Among those singled out was former Deputy Town Clerk Richard Mugisha, who is accused of irregularly selling council land in Biharwe measuring 0.0046 hectares at a price allegedly far below its market value.
The minister also alleged that Mugisha sold the land to an entity where he had an interest, contrary to the law. James Agaba and Donati Mutahi were also accused of extorting money from beneficiaries of the Emyooga programme. According to Barugahara, although the pair had previously been interdicted and charged in court, they later entered plea bargain arrangements but remained in public service, with one being promoted and the other transferred.
The minister further accused Town Clerk Justin Barekye, Deputy Town Clerk Simon Ejau, David Sancho Nuwagaba, Allan Karakure and former City Engineer Logino Mugisha of causing government a financial loss of more than Shs716 million through alleged mismanagement of property tax collections.
He said the matter is already under investigation by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions. Barugahara also cited alleged irregular payments amounting to Shs216 million made to Kwed Construction Limited during the construction of Col. Ndahendekire Road, saying a forensic engineering audit has been commissioned to establish the extent of the financial loss.
The Col. Ndahendekire Road project was awarded to Kwed Construction Limited at a contract value of Shs1.509 billion. The minister also faulted Barekye for allegedly interdicting the Chief Finance Officer and the Principal Procurement Officer despite legal guidance from the Attorney General advising otherwise.
Speaking after the meeting, Procurement Officer Dina Mwije said the State House Anti-Corruption Unit had earlier directed her reinstatement after reviewing her case. Mwije also revealed that upon returning to office, she discovered that procurement files for the 2025/2026 financial year, particularly for newly created revenue sources, were missing despite contracts worth billions of shillings having already been awarded.
Barugahara further accused former City Engineer Logino Mugisha, Edgar Atwine and Samuel Tayebwa Rwakinanga of irregularities in the execution of Buremba Road and Victor Bwana Link roads. He also questioned the award and repeated extension of contracts to Star Group for the construction of road links in the city. According to the minister, the Shs5.748 billion contract was extended nine times, resulting in an estimated additional cost of Shs1.7 billion before completion.
The minister also alleged that several project advances were made without the required approvals, citing Shs139 million advanced to Probation Officer Henry Mugisha, Shs31 million to City Engineer Jackie Tumwine and Shs31 million to City Health Officer Dr. Keirukye Mugisha.
Barugahara further alleged that the city lost Shs57.6 million in six months through the management of a street parking contract awarded to Yoya Technologies. He directed the District Police Commander, Regional Police Commander and Resident City Commissioner to ensure all the implicated officials record statements as investigations proceed.
Former city councillor Byansi Muhammad welcomed the minister’s intervention, saying many of the issues had repeatedly been raised during council sittings but were ignored by the city administration. Resident Aggrey Mbazira said the minister’s inspection was long overdue and argued that if all ministers actively supervised their sectors similarly, corruption would significantly reduce and improve public service delivery.
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MOMBASA, KENYA – The noose is tightening around the leadership of Uganda Property Holdings Limited (UPHL) after Members of Parliament on the Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) crossed into Kenya to physically inspect Uganda’s multi-billion-shilling property empire following a damning report exposing billions in unrecovered rent, unresolved tax liabilities, doubtful debts and prime government land lying idle.
The high-stakes oversight mission, led by COSASE Chairperson Muwada Nkunyingi, has taken lawmakers to Mombasa, where they are inspecting government-owned properties managed by UPHL as Parliament intensifies investigations into financial and operational failures that have rocked the state-owned property manager.
At the centre of the latest probe is Shs4.8 billion in outstanding rent arrears highlighted by the Auditor General, including Shs4.048 billion owed by Unifreight Cargo Handling Limited, a debt that has repeatedly appeared in successive audit reports since 2022 without being recovered.
The committee is also investigating concerns over several strategically located government-owned properties that have remained underdeveloped or underutilised despite their enormous commercial value.
Speaking during the oversight exercise, COSASE Chairperson Muwada Nkunyingi said the committee had moved to Kenya specifically to interrogate the Auditor General’s findings and establish why government continues to lose billions from assets that should be generating substantial revenue.
“As PAC-COSASE, we commenced oversight on Uganda Property Holdings Limited in Mombasa to interrogate the Auditor General’s observations for Financial Year 2024/25. UPHL is the custodian of Uganda properties formerly owned by Lint Marketing Board, Coffee Marketing Board and Transocean Uganda Ltd. The properties are located in Uganda, Kenya and the United Kingdom,” Nkunyingi said.
He revealed that the controversial Shs4.048 billion rental arrears relating to Unifreight Cargo Handling Limited continue to dominate the Auditor General’s observations despite reports that the debt had previously been waived by the President.
According to Nkunyingi, the committee has since learnt that the Solicitor General advised that such a waiver can only legally be effected through Parliament.
“We learnt that the Solicitor General has now advised that the waiver of rental arrears could only be done by and through Parliament,” he said.
The committee is equally examining the fate of prime government land in Nyali, Kenya, land transferred to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and abandoned vehicles at the Mombasa Carport along Makupa Causeway, which remain stranded due to delayed processing or auction by the Uganda Revenue Authority.
The latest parliamentary inspection piles fresh pressure on UPHL Managing Director Wilbert Mugume, whose leadership has already come under intense scrutiny following explosive findings contained in the Auditor General’s report for the financial year ending December 2025.
The report paints a disturbing picture of a government company sitting on one of Uganda’s most valuable property portfolios while struggling with unresolved tax disputes, doubtful debts, declining revenues, abandoned strategic projects and grossly underutilised assets.
Sources indicate that Mugume, who has served as Managing Director since August 2019 and is currently serving his second and final term, is facing growing pressure as an intense succession battle reportedly gathers momentum within the company. Reports further indicate that Mugume has been lobbying for an extension despite claims that influential decision-makers are dissatisfied with the company’s performance.
Among the most alarming audit findings is an unresolved income tax assessment amounting to Shs2.19 billion arising from a Uganda Revenue Authority tax audit.
According to the Auditor General, although URA acknowledged that UPHL possessed foreign tax credits worth Shs2.44 billion, those credits were never applied to offset the assessment.
The company reportedly wrote repeatedly to URA requesting correction of its records, but the tax ledger has never been updated to reflect the available credits.
As a result, UPHL continues carrying what the Auditor General describes as an overstated tax liability worth billions of shillings, raising concerns about the accuracy of its financial statements and management’s handling of one of the company’s most significant tax matters.
The audit also uncovered another financial headache involving Shs4.048 billion owed to UPHL by Unifreight Cargo Handling Limited.
The debt has now been classified as doubtful and is increasingly viewed as unlikely to be recovered.
Management is reportedly still awaiting guidance from the Attorney General on whether the amount should finally be written off, leaving billions trapped in uncertainty while the company’s books continue reflecting receivables whose recovery remains doubtful.
The Auditor General warns that the prolonged uncertainty materially affects the accuracy of UPHL’s receivables and exposes weaknesses in the company’s credit management systems.
Perhaps the most shocking revelation concerns UPHL’s management of some of Uganda’s most valuable government-owned properties in Kenya.
Physical inspection by the Auditor General established that UPHL owns three large properties in Nyali, one of Kenya’s most prestigious and commercially attractive locations.
The three properties cover approximately four acres of prime land with enormous commercial development potential.
Instead of generating premium returns expected from such strategic assets, auditors found the properties occupied by small-scale tenants paying relatively low rent, denying government millions of shillings in potential income.
The Auditor General observed that the valuable properties remain grossly underutilised despite their location in one of East Africa’s prime real estate markets.
Audit findings show that proposals had already been prepared to construct maisonettes and flats capable of generating significantly higher rental income.
Those plans were reportedly presented to shareholders but never took off because of cash flow constraints.
Consequently, some of government’s most valuable foreign assets continue earning only a fraction of their true commercial potential.
The Auditor General concluded that failure to develop the Nyali properties continues to weaken the company’s earning capacity, undermine long-term financial sustainability and delay opportunities for expanding its investment portfolio.
The watchdog recommended that management work jointly with shareholders to mobilise investment resources and immediately fast-track development of the properties to maximise utilisation and increase revenue generation.
The audit further reveals that despite facing only a modest funding gap of 12 percent, UPHL still failed to implement nearly half of the interventions contained in its own strategic plan.
Out of 27 planned interventions, only 16 were implemented, leaving eleven strategic targets unfinished despite the relatively small financing gap.
The Auditor General says the failures raise fresh questions about planning, execution and institutional effectiveness.
Financial performance also deteriorated sharply during the review period.
According to the audit, UPHL registered increased losses after suffering declining revenues and increased income tax obligations.
Its operating margin dropped dramatically from 15.5 percent to only 5.4 percent.
The report attributes the decline largely to the World Food Programme downsizing its operations in Uganda and vacating warehouses previously rented from UPHL.
As WFP was the company’s single biggest client, its departure significantly reduced rental income and exposed the risks associated with dependence on one major tenant.
Combined with increased tax obligations, the loss of the major client pushed the government-owned property manager deeper into financial distress.
The findings are particularly significant given the enormous asset base under UPHL’s control.
The company manages a multi-billion-shilling real estate portfolio on behalf of government under the Ministry of Finance, with assets spread across Uganda, Kenya and the United Kingdom.
Its portfolio includes strategic industrial, residential and commercial properties in Kampala, Jinja, Tororo, Mombasa and London.
Within Uganda, UPHL manages the Bugolobi factory complex on Spring Road, warehouses in Tororo and extensive land holdings across Greater Kampala, Nalukolongo, Gayaza and Namulonge.
Overall, the company oversees 29 government properties comprising 12 industrial properties, nine residential properties, seven commercial properties and one land holding.
Its Kenyan portfolio includes 11 warehouses, one carport, two office blocks, three commercial blocks, four residential houses and two yards.
Government records show these Kenyan properties were valued at approximately Shs244 billion following the latest valuation.
UPHL was incorporated on November 3, 1998 after government transferred 23 former state-owned properties into the company.
Those properties were initially valued at Shs13.93 billion before government invested approximately Shs18.7 billion in maintenance and refurbishment to restore them into competitive income-generating assets.
However, the Auditor General’s latest findings have raised uncomfortable questions about whether that objective has been achieved.
With billions locked in unresolved tax disputes, billions more sitting in doubtful debts, prime Kenyan land lying underdeveloped, strategic interventions abandoned and revenues declining, COSASE’s visit to Mombasa is expected to pile even more pressure on UPHL’s leadership as Parliament determines whether the government property giant is delivering value for taxpayers or presiding over a steadily deteriorating real estate empire.
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