The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), in partnership with Hoima City, has officially handed over the newly constructed Nyamasoga–Katooke Road under its Socio-Economic Investment (SEI) programme.
The 7.5-kilometre marram road, located in Buseruka Sub-County, Hoima District, connects the villages of Kayera and Katooke, home to approximately 6,500 residents across more than 600 households.
The project aims to enhance community livelihoods, improve local infrastructure, facilitate trade, and support daily activities along the pipeline route.
The upgraded road significantly improves connectivity to the Kaiso–Tonya Highway, providing better access to key trading centers such as Nyamasoga and Buseruka, as well as essential services including health facilities, schools, and local markets.
Speaking at the handover ceremony, JB Habumugisha, Deputy Managing Director of EACOP Ltd., reaffirmed the company’s commitment to sustainable community development, stating, “EACOP remains committed to ensuring that the communities along the pipeline route benefit from improved infrastructure and social services.”
In his remarks, Rodgers Mbabazi, the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) for Hoima District, thanked EACOP for its continued collaboration and investment in community infrastructure, emphasizing that such initiatives are crucial for advancing local development and improving residents’ quality of life.
By Newsroom
26th Feb 2026
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