Chief Justice Tours Luwero Industries, Commends Uganda’s Growing Industrial Capacity
Earlier, the Chief Justice, Justice Dr Flavian Zeija led a Judiciary delegation on a tour of Luwero Industries Limited (LIL) in Nakasongola District, where he commended the institution’s contribution to Uganda’s industrialisation, innovation and national development.
The delegation comprised the Deputy Chief Justice, Justice Moses Kazibwe Kawumi; Justices and Judges and members of senior management. They were received by Major General Steven Sabiiti Muzeyi, General Manager of Luwero Industries Limited, who led them on a guided tour of the facility.
Luwero Industries Limited is a key manufacturing and engineering subsidiary of the National Enterprise Corporation (NEC), the commercial arm of the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) and the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF).
During a briefing, Major General Sabiiti Muzeyi outlined the history and strategic role of the company, explaining that it was established in 1989 and officially commissioned in 1994. He noted that the company has grown into a major industrial hub supporting Uganda’s defence and civilian sectors through the manufacture, repair and maintenance of ordnance, armoured vehicles and electronic equipment.
He further highlighted the company’s diversified operations, which include the production of medical-grade oxygen for health facilities, manufacture of agricultural machinery and mechanical implements, and partnerships with institutions such as Kiira Motors Corporation in the assembly of electric and diesel buses aimed at advancing local automotive manufacturing.
Following the briefing, the delegation toured various sections of the facility, where officials demonstrated the company’s manufacturing processes, engineering capabilities and research initiatives.
The team visited research and innovation centres designed to nurture and develop new technologies into practical industrial solutions before proceeding to the armoured vehicle assembly section, where they observed the assembly process and learnt about the rigorous testing procedures undertaken to ensure the vehicles meet operational and road-use standards.
The delegation also toured the aircraft maintenance hangar, where engineers demonstrated how aircraft are repaired, refurbished, upgraded and maintained to enhance operational capability and extend their service life.
Speaking at the conclusion of the visit, Chief Justice Dr Flavian Zeija expressed appreciation to the management and staff of Luwero Industries Limited for hosting the Judiciary delegation and exposing them to Uganda’s growing industrial capabilities.
“I want to thank you for hosting us and for showing us what is happening in this country. We have seen the tremendous work you are doing and the progress being made. Keep it up and continue moving forward. Thank you,” the Chief Justice said.
Posted 7th, August 2026
