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Attorney General warns Uganda against terminating expressway operator contract

From AllAfrica Uganda · () English

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  • Uganda's Attorney General warned against immediately terminating the Kampala-Entebbe Expressway operator's contract.
  • He cautioned that improper contract termination could lead to expensive international arbitration for Uganda.
  • The warning aims to ensure contractual procedures are followed to avoid financial and legal repercussions.

Uganda's Attorney General has issued a stern warning against the abrupt termination of the contract with the private operator of the Kampala-Entebbe Expressway. The legal counsel cautioned that bypassing established contractual procedures could expose the nation to significant financial risks, including costly international arbitration.

The Attorney General's intervention highlights potential legal and financial pitfalls associated with contract renegotiations or cancellations. By emphasizing the need to adhere to contractual protocols, the office aims to safeguard Uganda's interests and prevent potentially damaging legal battles.

This advisory serves as a crucial reminder for government bodies to meticulously follow due process when dealing with private sector contracts. The potential for international arbitration underscores the importance of robust contract management and dispute resolution mechanisms to protect national assets and avoid undue financial burdens.

failure to follow contractual procedures could expose Uganda to costly international arbitration.

— Attorney GeneralWarning against immediate termination of the Kampala-Entebbe Expressway operator's contract.
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