NEC Works Delivers Key Educational Infrastructure at Katebwa High School in Bunyangabu

KATEBWA, BUNYANGABU – Thursday, 5 November 2026

The National Enterprise Corporation’s (NEC) Construction Works & Engineering Ltd (NEC Works) has successfully delivered key educational infrastructure at Katebwa High School in Karugaya Parish, Katebwa Sub-county, Bunyangabu District, demonstrating its capacity to execute infrastructure projects that respond to community needs and support national development.

The completed facilities, constructed by NEC Works through the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), comprise two classroom blocks, a girls’ latrine fitted with an incinerator and two rainwater harvesting tanks. The infrastructure is expected to improve the school’s learning environment, sanitation facilities and access to water for learners.

The facilities were officially commissioned on Thursday, 5 November 2026, by the Minister of State for Luwero Triangle, Rwenzori and Busoga Affairs, Hon. Alice K. Kaboyo, who commended NEC for consistently appreciating the strategic importance of initiatives aimed at supporting freedom fighters and their communities.

Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Eng. Brian Buhanda, General Manager of NEC Construction Works & Engineering Ltd, who representing the Managing Director of NEC, Lt. Gen. James Mugira, highlighted the Corporation’s broad infrastructure development portfolio and appreciated the opportunity to demonstrate its technical capabilities through Government projects.

He noted that the Minister’s personal presence at the commissioning was an important recognition of NEC’s work and an encouragement to its construction teams.

“We thank the Minister for giving NEC an opportunity to showcase our expertise. Your coming to commission this structure gives us confidence and encouragement in our work,” Eng. Buhanda said.

He also thanked the Office of the Prime Minister for recognising the potential of Government parastatals, particularly NEC, and entrusting the Corporation with the implementation of the project.

Eng. Buhanda reported that the construction team had completed the works without encountering challenges, appreciating the local community for providing an enabling environment throughout implementation. He urged the school administration to maintain and protect the facilities to ensure their longevity and continued service to the school.

The Headteacher of Katebwa High School, Mr. Bwambale Amos, commended NEC Works for the quality and timely execution of the project, describing the workmanship as excellent. He particularly appreciated the construction team’s efficiency, noting that the works were completed quickly without inconveniencing the surrounding community.

Describing the quality of work delivered, Mr. Bwambale said the construction was “perfect and executed very fast without inconveniencing the community.” He further recommended NEC to anyone looking for a good contractor.

The Headteacher also expressed gratitude to the President, the Office of the Prime Minister and the Minister for fulfilling the commitment to improve the school’s infrastructure.

In her remarks, Hon. Kaboyo encouraged the community to take ownership of Government infrastructure and called upon local leaders to strengthen oversight of development programmes to ensure that intended beneficiaries receive their full value.

She also urged school administrators to uphold accountability in the management of educational institutions and Government resources.

The Katebwa High School project forms part of the Office of the Prime Minister’s FY 2025/2026 programme supporting civilian veteran families and communities across Luwero, Nakaseke, Kabarole, Wakiso, Buvuma and Bunyangabu districts, with NEC serving as the implementing construction partner.

Through projects such as this, NEC Construction Works & Engineering Ltd continues to demonstrate its capacity to deliver essential public infrastructure, combining technical expertise, quality workmanship and efficient project execution to support Government development priorities and improve community livelihoods.