The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has announced progress towards developing a modern Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, following a meeting with an advance team from the World Bank to support the city’s long-term mobility strategy.
According to KCCA, discussions focused on a proposed 14-kilometre BRT corridor stretching from City Square to Banda, Kalerwe, and Kibuye, designed with future expansion in mind to form a 45-kilometre network linking Mukono, Kajjansi, and Kasangati.
The project forms part of the World Bank–funded Integrated Mass Transit Project, aimed at easing congestion and improving public transport efficiency in the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area.
KCCA Executive Director Sharifah Buzeki said the proposed BRT marks a “major step” in transforming mobility across Kampala and surrounding districts.
“This is a major stride for Kampala’s future mobility,” Buzeki said. “Once implemented, the BRT system will help us decongest the city, reduce travel times, and cut down on carbon emissions while improving connectivity for millions of commuters.”
Buzeki added that the project will integrate with an upgraded metre-gauge railway linking Kyengera, Nsangi, Bujjuko, and Luzira, ensuring smooth connections between road and rail transport.
“We are planning for a seamless, multimodal transit system that connects every corner of the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area,” she said. “This collaboration with the World Bank will deliver a safe, efficient, and sustainable transport solution for the people of Kampala.”
Once completed, the BRT system is expected to provide faster, more affordable, and environmentally sustainable transport options, contributing to economic growth and improved urban mobility.
The initiative is part of KCCA’s broader strategy to modernise Kampala’s transport infrastructure and align the city with global standards in public transit and sustainability.