When you talk about transformation in Kampala, nothing beats the energy surrounding the Nakivubo Channel Cleanup. Businessman Hamis Kiggundu, famously known as Ham, has rolled up his sleeves and taken on the challenge of revamping the city’s most notorious drainage system. With heavy machinery, trucks, and a determined workforce on site, Ham has set the stage for a game-changing facelift that could finally turn Kampala’s flood-prone channel into a modern, eco-friendly corridor.
The project kicked off with a massive clearing of waste, debris, and sediment that had choked the waterway for years. Locals who’ve endured floods and foul sanitation know all too well what this move means—it’s the start of something big. Ham, already behind the redevelopment of Nakivubo Stadium, isn’t just building infrastructure; he’s reshaping the very identity of Kampala.
His bold step comes at a critical time, when urban flooding, poor waste management, and environmental health are at the top of residents’ concerns. The cleanup isn’t just about water flow—it’s about restoring dignity, attracting investment, and proving that local visionaries can drive development where government has long lagged.
In classic Kampala street slang, many are saying: “Ham alaga city love” (Ham is showing love for the city). That vibe is clear as excitement builds around what the fully modernized Nakivubo Channel will look like. Covered walkways, green landscapes, and safe flood control measures are just part of the promise. For now, the community is buzzing, the machines are roaring, and Kampala is watching history unfold in real time.