Parliament on Wednesday approved a loan request allowing the government to borrow up to €168,976,354 (approximately Shs734.2 billion) for the development of Phase II of the solar-powered irrigation systems project. The loan, tabled by Finance Minister Henry Musasizi, aims to expand irrigation infrastructure to boost agricultural productivity.
The project is expected to cover multiple districts across Uganda, providing solar-powered irrigation systems to smallholder farmers. The initiative is part of the government's broader strategy to mitigate the effects of climate change and reduce reliance on rain-fed agriculture.
Details on the specific districts and implementation timeline were not immediately available. The loan is subject to final approval from the relevant lending institutions.
