Uganda is launching a massive $1.8 billion push to prevent worsening water shortages, sanitation failures and climate pressure from slowing growth in one of East Africa’s fastest-expanding economies.
The country’s National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has unveiled a 6.79 trillion Ugandan shilling strategic plan covering 2025 to 2030, as authorities move to expand access to clean water and modern sanitation systems for millions of people.
The investment highlights a growing crisis across Africa, where climate change, rapid urbanisation and ageing infrastructure are placing enormous pressure on water systems.
Governments across the continent are increasingly treating water security not just as a social issue, but as a major economic and public health priority.
Uganda’s utility provider said the five-year programme would be financed through internal resources, government support and development partners.
