KCCA to adopt new technology in waste management – Kisaka 

By Our Evans Najuna

Kampala –The Directorate of Public Health, an expert body in matters of public health in KCCA says the burden of garbage collection is shared with the private sector who operate as concessionaires. The facility at Kiteezi is 28years old and it serves four districts. KCCA has repeatedly received offers from developers to disintegrate Kiteezi which have not succeeded because of the enormous funding gap.

However, the tragic incident at Kiteezi highlights the challenges faced in managing such a critical service in a rapidly growing city. KCCA has now moved on to new technologies of turning waste into useful forms. According to the Executive Director of KCCA, Dorothy Kisaka, they are in advanced stages with different investors and KCCA is committed to reviewing and improving its waste management strategies to ensure the safety of all city residents.

Kisaka notes that, the Kiteezi incident, while tragic, serves as as an opportunity to reinforce the Kampala Smart City agenda. The pillars of Technology use, Infrastructure improvement and People Wellbeing are the three priorities in the Smart City agenda. The goal is a city which is resilient, sustainable, and inclusive. This unfortunate event highlights the urgent need to strengthen authority’s waste management systems, adding that KCCA is committed to turning this challenge into a chance for transformation.

In response, KCCA is accelerating efforts to modernize waste management infrastructure, incorporating advanced technology to ensure safer and more efficient operations. Plans are underway to establish new waste processing facilities that align with global best practices, minimizing environmental risks and enhancing community safety.

Moreover, this incident has sparked a renewed commitment to community engagement. KCCA is intensifying efforts to involve residents in creating a safer, cleaner, and more sustainable Kampala. The Smart City vision is not just about technology and infrastructure—it’s about building a city where every resident can thrive.