The First Lady, who is also the Minister of Education and Sports, has applauded the main contractor, the UPDF Engineering Brigade, for the outstanding renovation work done at Mandela National Stadium in Namboole.
“Moreover, I wish to stress the indispensable role of regular maintenance planning in preserving the integrity of government structures like the Mandela National Stadium. My gratitude goes out to the UPDF Engineering Brigade for continued investment in our Technical Institutes, nurturing domestic talent, and reducing our reliance on foreign companies,” Janet Museveni said.
The Education and Sports Minister also stated that the Engineering Brigade requested a shift in the period of completion of renovation works from August 1, 2023, to November 30, 2023, because of the extensive renovation plan that incorporates numerous critical upgrades to the stadium.
“In light of these significant undertakings, I have approved an extension for these intervention efforts, shifting the initial completion date from August, 1, 2023, to November 30, 2023. This extension was granted upon request by the project’s main contractor, the UPDF Engineering Brigade,” she said.
According to Janet Museveni, the renovation plan for Mandela Stadium includes the integration of a state-of-the-art ticketing and access control system, the installation of solar lighting to mitigate utility costs, and the establishment of an efficient drainage and irrigation system.
The Minister further stated that it involves the creation of a 4.2-kilometre perimeter wall, along with the refurbishment and elevation of the Namboole stadium and hotel to match international standards.
Janet Museveni made this revelation during her recent visit to Mandela National Stadium in Namboole to evaluate the progress of the renovation works at the Stadium.
“During my recent visit to the Mandela National Stadium, I had the opportunity to evaluate the progression of the renovation works firsthand. The detailed status report I received illustrated that the updates are advancing in line with FIFA’s standards,” she said on Tuesday.
The first lady is expected to make a second visit to Mandela National Stadium in November, the month she anticipates the stadium’s completion.
