Uganda breaks ground for new Chancery in Dodoma
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- The project, valued at over Sh14 billion, is expected to be completed within two years
Dodoma. Uganda has officially launched construction of its new High Commission chancery in Mtumba, Dodoma, marking a major milestone in the growing diplomatic presence in Tanzania’s administrative capital.
The project, valued at over Sh14 billion, is expected to be completed within two years and will serve as Uganda’s permanent diplomatic seat in the country, in line with Tanzania’s ongoing capital relocation from Dar es Salaam.
The foundation stone was laid on May 9 in a ceremony attended by dignitaries from both countries.
“We have seen something remarkable I would never imagine,” said director and Chief of Protocol at Uganda’s ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr Charles Ssentongo. “This generous donation of land not only reflects goodwill, but plays a vital role in enhancing our cooperation.”
Tanzania has allocated five acres of prime land in the Government City of Mtumba for the construction, making Uganda one of the first countries to formalise their diplomatic missions in Dodoma.
The Deputy Chairperson of Uganda’s Parliamentary Foreign Affairs Committee, Mr Fred Opolot, described the occasion as “a bold reaffirmation of Uganda’s long-term diplomatic presence and a thoughtful response to Tanzania’s visionary capital relocation policy.”
From the host government, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Mr Denis Londo, highlighted the importance of the chancery in strengthening bilateral ties. “This chancery will not only be a workplace but a bridge of collaboration, reflecting our shared cultures,” he said. “Congratulations to Uganda for being among the first to establish their diplomatic offices here in Dodoma.”
Uganda’s High Commissioner to Tanzania, Col (Retired) Fred Mwesigye, described the chancery as a symbol of Uganda’s sovereignty and commitment to deepening relations with Tanzania.
“Once completed, the chancery will stand as a symbol of Uganda’s identity and of our enduring commitment to build stronger ties with our Tanzanian brothers and sisters,” he said.
Dodoma Regional Commissioner Rosemary Senyamule commended the project as a reflection of the capital’s growing strategic importance.
