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Salini Constructori SpA v. Uganda: How a UGX19.47 Billion Claim on Kampala Northern Bypass Came to Nothing
Italian construction company Salini Constructori SpA has lost its attempt to recover about UGX19.47 billion from the Government of Uganda over the construction of the Kampala Northern Bypass, after the High Court found that the amounts claimed had already been paid, determined through arbitration or released under an earlier settlement. Commercial Court Judge dismissed Salini's […]
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When a Contractor Undertakes both the Design and Build of a Project, where does its Liability Begin—and where does it End?
Case of Fabrication Systems Uganda Limited v Zeus Agro Limited When a contractor undertakes both the design and construction of a project, its responsibilities can extend far beyond simply putting materials together on site. But where exactly does that liability begin? And where does it end? The decision in Fabrication Systems Uganda Limited v Zeus […]
Meera Investments vs FBW: Lessons for Engineers and Consultants from the Kabira Country Club Case
The dispute between FBW (U) Limited and Meera Investments Limited over the proposed expansion of Kabira Country Club offers an important lesson for Uganda's construction and consulting industry. While the case involves an architectural consultancy, its implications extend to engineers, quantity surveyors, project managers, architects and other professionals involved in major construction projects. At its […]
Finicon v Patrick Bitature: What Uganda’s Latest Construction Contract Judgment Teaches Project Owners and Consultants
A recent decision of Uganda’s High Court Commercial Division provides an important lesson for everyone involved in construction projects: a project does not have to reach completion for professional work already performed under a valid contract to have value or create a payment obligation. In Finicon (U) Limited v Patrick Bitature (Civil Suit No. 1003 […]
The Prospects of Condominiums in Uganda: Opportunities and Challenges
Urban living in Uganda is evolving at a rapid pace. Cities like Kampala are expanding, land is becoming scarce, and traditional housing solutions can no longer meet the growing demand. Condominiums, once considered a niche option, are now emerging as practical, modern, and investment-friendly solutions for Uganda’s urban population. But what makes condos attractive, and […]