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Thursday, April 9, 2015
CNOOC Uganda Ltd. gave four houses to local residents of Kyangwali and Buhuka in Hoima District who have been affected by the construction of a road in the area.
At the handover ceremony, Wei Chai, CNOOC’s head of corporate affairs said that the firm was dedicated to working with the government and residents to develop the areas where it operates. The houses were constructed after some families were displaced by the road construction, other residents of the area chose the cash option in lieu of a newly constructed home.
“The road project and the houses were constructed as part CNOOC Uganda’s commitment to achieve a win-win situation and a harmonized relationship with the host communities in its operation area.
“We are glad that the community is willing to work with us to develop this community together. As an energy company with a strong sense of social responsibility, CNOOC Uganda is committed to compensate those affected by their projects and to promote development in society through environment, health, education and sports initiatives,” she said.
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