Urban Water Supply and Sewerage Services
Eng. John Vianne Twinomujuni
Commissioner
Welcome to the Urban Water Supply and Sewerage Services Department. We oversee the planning, development and regulation of urban water and sanitation infrastructure to ensure equitable access, service reliability and environmental protection. Our work supports public health, economic growth and sustainable urbanisation. We remain committed to efficiency, innovation and collaboration with stakeholders in delivering resilient water and sewerage solutions.
Function
- Setting National policies and standards for Water and Sanitation in the Urban areas (Cities, Municipalities, town councils and town boards)
- Water Supply Systems development in Urban areas
- Development of Sewerage/Sanitation systems in Urban areas
- Management, operation and maintenance of Water Supply and Sewerage / Sanitation Systems in urban areas.
About
The Urban Water Supply and Sewerage Services Department (UWSSSD), under the Ministry of Water and Environment, is spearheading several initiatives aimed at increasing water supply and sanitation service coverage in Uganda’s urban areas.
These efforts are being carried out in alignment with the 2016 NRM Election Manifesto, targeting over 170 towns. A key mechanism driving these improvements is the Water and Sanitation Development Facilities (WSDFs) — de-concentrated regional branches established to enhance efficiency in delivering services across the country.
There are currently four WSDFs operating in the South-Western (WSDF-SW), Northern (WSDF-N), Eastern (WSDF-E), and Central (WSDF-C) regions. These facilities play a critical role in planning, implementing, and supporting water and sanitation infrastructure projects, particularly in small and medium towns.
Through collaboration with local authorities, donors, and the private sector, the department is implementing projects that include the construction of piped water systems, public sanitation facilities, and sewerage networks.
Divisions
3 Divisions
Regional Facilities
5 Facilities| Facility Name | Region | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Water and Sanitation Development Facility East | Eastern | View Details → |
| Water and Sanitation Development Facility - Central(WSDF-C) | Central | View Details → |
| Water and Sanitation Development Facility-North (WSDF-N) | Northern | View Details → |
| Water and Sanitation Development Facility- South Western | South Western | View Details → |
| Water and Sanitation Development Facility - Karamoja | Karamoja | View Details → |
