Uganda unveils 2024 building control awards

17 July 2024, 6:09 pm

By Byamukama Alozious

Government of Uganda, through the Ministry of Works and Transport, has announced the launch of the National Building Control Awards (NBCA) 2024. The awards aim to recognise and reward individuals and organisations that have demonstrated excellence in building control and compliance with regulatory frameworks.

Eng. Betty Nakamya, Vice Chairperson of the Board, officially opened the launch, stating that the public can now vote and the process will take two months.

The awards, themed “Building for Sustainability,” will honor outstanding performances in seven categories: Building Committee, Building Control Officer, Building Contractors, Building Materials Manufacturers, Class Building, Abc Award, and Building for Sustainability.

The National Building Review Board (NBRB) has called on all stakeholders in the built environment to nominate potential winners and vote for their preferred nominees. The awards are designed to promote and encourage adherence to building control regulations, sustainability, and accessibility in the built environment.

“We are thrilled to launch these awards, which will recognise and reward those who have demonstrated commitment to building control and sustainability,” said Eng. Joseph Acaya, an official from the board. “We encourage all stakeholders to participate and make their voices heard.”

Eng. Anthony Rucukye emphasised the importance of sustainable building practices, saying it’s crucial that the buildings we put up today serve us and future generations. We are not getting new sand from where we are mining, nor new rocks from where we are breaking them.

When asked if private homes can compete, he said, “My house can compete for the awards when it meets the criteria, having been assessed by a professional and must have a building permit and has to be verified by the team.”

Eng. Rucukye’s contribution highlights the need for responsible resource management and sustainable building practices, aligning with the awards’ theme of “Building for Sustainability.”

The National Building Control Awards 2024 aim to promote and encourage adherence to building control regulations, sustainability, and accessibility in the built environment. The awards ceremony will take place on Friday, 6th December 2024. From today, 17th July to 17th September, the public is encouraged to vote online by visiting [www.nbrb.go.ug](http://www.nbrb.go.ug). Winners will receive recognition and awards for their outstanding contributions to the built environment.