Kabale District Headquarters is set for a major facelift following the launch of extensive renovation works on key administrative buildings aimed at improving the working environment and enhancing service delivery.
The renovation project, officially launched today by district leaders, will cover the Administration Block, the Community Based Services (CBS) Office Block, and the District Health Officer’s (DHO) building.
The works will be executed by Ishavi Engineering Company Ltd at a total cost of Shs 204,717,246 and are expected to be completed within three months.
According to district officials, renovations on the Administration Block will include repairs and repainting of external walls, rooftop painting, plumbing and electrical works, reorganization of utility cables, construction of a reception booth for the Resident District Commissioner’s secretary, and improvement of walling in the Procurement and Disposal Unit offices.
At the Community Based Services Office Block, planned works include floor tiling, internal and external painting, rooftop painting, replacement of wooden external doors with metallic ones, electrical repairs, ceiling works, and other upgrades.
Additional external works will involve renovation of the main gate and gatehouse, construction of a walkway linking the Administration Block to the CBS Block, and repairs to external toilets, among other improvements.
Presiding over the launch on Monday, Kabale Resident District Commissioner, Major Godfrey Katamba, cautioned the contractor against shoddy work, stressing that the project will be closely supervised due to its strategic location at the district headquarters.
Kabale District LCV Chairperson, Nelson Nshangabasheija, also emphasized the need for quality workmanship, urging the contractor to ensure value for money and timely completion of the project.
Chief Administrative Officer Ronald Mutegeki described the renovation as long overdue, particularly for the older buildings at the headquarters.
He added that future renovation plans should consider replacing aging rooftops to give the offices a more modern and durable outlook.
The facelift is expected to significantly improve the functionality, safety, and appearance of Kabale District Headquarters, ultimately enhancing service delivery to the public.
