Rural Electrification Agency

MINISTRY OF ENERGY AND

MINERAL DEVELOPMENT Public Disclosure Authorized

RURAL ELECTRIFICATION AGENCY

CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR REVIEW AND UPDATE OF THE RESETTLEMENT ACTION PLAN OF THE 33Kv GRID-EXTENSION AND ASSOCIATED LV RETICULATIONS FOR FAST Public Disclosure Authorized TRACK LOT 2 – RUHUMBA-KASHWA WITH TEE-OF TO RWEBUSHURI PROJECT

REFERENCE NO. REA-ERT III/SRVCS/16-17/00220

RESETTLEMENT ACTION PLAN FINAL REPORT

Client: Public Disclosure Authorized Executive Director RURAL ELECTRIFICATION AGENCY PLOT NO.10 WINDOSOR LOOP, KOLOLO HOUSE OF HOPE P.O BOX 7317 UGANDA KAMPALA

Consultant: Public Disclosure Authorized

Date: JULY 2018 Resettlement Action Plan for the Construction of 33kV Grid Extension Ruhumba- Kashwa with tee-off Rwebishuri, Mbarara and Kirihura District 2017

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS

CAO Chief Administrative Officer CBO Community Based Organization CGV Chief Government Valuer DLB District Land Board DLT District Land Tribunal DPs Displaced Persons ERT Electricity for Rural Transformation GoU Government of Uganda GRC Grievance Redress Committee GRM Grievance Redress Mechanism HIV/AIDS Human Immune Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome ICT Information and Communication Technology IDA International Development Agency LDC Licensed Distribution Company LDC Local District Council LGA Local Government Act LGRC Local Grievance Redress Committee LG Local Government kV kilo Volt MoFPED Ministry of Finance Planning and Economic Development MV Medium Voltage NGO Non- Government Organization OP Operational Policies (World Bank) PAP Project Affected Person PLC Parish Land Committee RAP Resettlement Action Plan REA Rural Electrification Agency REB Rural Electrification Board REF Rural Electrification Fund RPF Resettlement Policy Framework

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Unless the context dictates otherwise, the following terms will have the following meanings:

“Census” A field survey carried out to identify and determine the number of Project Affected Persons (PAP) or Displaced Persons (DPs) as a result of land acquisition and related impacts. The census provides the basic information necessary for determining eligibility for compensation, resettlement and other measures emanating from consultations with affected communities and the local government institutions (LGIs).

“Compensation” The payment in kind, cash or other assets given in exchange for the acquisition of land including fixed assets thereon as well as other impacts resulting from the project program activities.

Cut-off date—Date of completion of the census and assets inventory of persons affected by the project. Persons occupying the project area after the cutoff date are not eligible for compensation and/or resettlement assistance.

“Displaced Persons” Persons who for reasons due to involuntary acquisition or voluntary contribution of their land and other assets under the project, will suffer direct economic and social adverse impacts, regardless of whether or not the said Displaced Persons are physically relocated. These people may have their standard of living adversely affected, whether or not the Displaced Person will move to another location; lose right, title, interest in any houses, land (including premises, agricultural and grazing land) or any other fixed or movable assets acquired or possessed, lose access to productive assets or any means of livelihood.

Economic displacement—Loss of income streams or means of livelihood resulting from land acquisition or obstructed access to resources (land, water, or forest) resulting from the construction or operation of a project or its associated facilities.

“Involuntary Displacement” Involuntary acquisition of land resulting in direct or indirect economic and social impacts caused by: loss of benefits from use of such land; relocation or loss of shelter; loss of assets or access to assets; or loss of income sources or means of livelihood, whether or not the Displaced Persons has moved to another location; or not.

“Involuntary Land Acquisition” is the repossession of land by government or other government agencies for compensation, for the purposes of a public project against the will of the landowner. The landowner may be left with the right to negotiate the amount of compensation proposed. This includes land or assets for which the owner enjoys uncontested customary rights.

“Land” agricultural and/or non-agricultural land and any structures there on, whether temporary or permanent and which may be required for the project.

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”Land acquisition” repossession of or alienation of land, buildings or other assets thereon for purposes of the project.

Project Affected Person(s) (PAPs) persons affected by land and other assets loss as a result of the project activities. These person(s) are affected because they may lose, be denied, or be restricted to access economic assets; lose shelter, income sources, or means of livelihood. These persons are affected whether or not they will move to another location.

Physical displacement—Loss of shelter and assets resulting from the acquisition of land associated with a project that requires the affected person(s) to move to another location.

Rehabilitation Assistance” provision of development assistance in addition to compensation such as land preparation, credit facilities, training, or job opportunities, needed to enable Project Affected Persons and Displaced Persons to improve their living standards, income earning capacity and production levels; or at least maintain them at pre-project levels.

Resettlement and Compensation Plan”, also known as a “Resettlement Action Plan (RAP)” or “Resettlement Plan” - is a resettlement instrument (document) to be prepared when program locations are identified – i.e. such as this document. In such cases, land acquisition leads to physical displacement of persons, and/or loss of shelter, and/or loss of livelihoods and/or loss, denial or restriction of access to economic resources. RAPs are prepared by the party impacting on the people and their livelihoods. RAPs contain specific and legal binding requirements to resettle and compensate the affected party before implementation of the project activities.

“Replacement cost” Replacement of assets with an amount sufficient to cover full cost of lost assets and related transaction costs. The cost is to be based on the Market rate (commercial rate) according to Ugandan law for sale of land or property, however without depreciation. In terms of land, this may be categorized as follows; (a) “Replacement cost for agricultural land” means the pre-project or pre-displacement, whichever is higher, market value of land of equal productive potential or use located in the vicinity of the affected land, plus the costs of: (b) preparing the land to levels similar to those of the affected land; and (c) any registration and transfer taxes;

“Replacement cost for houses and other structures” prevailing cost of replacing affected structures, in an area and of the quality similar to or better than that of the affected structures. Such costs will include: (a) transporting building materials to the construction site; (b) any labor and contractors’ fees; and (c) any registration costs.

“Resettlement Assistance” The measures to ensure that Project Affected Persons and Displaced Persons who may require to be physically relocated are provided with assistance during relocation, such as moving allowances,

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“Resettlement Action Plan (RAP)”—The document in which a project sponsor or other responsible entity specifies the procedures that it will follow and the actions that it will take to mitigate adverse effects, compensate losses, and provide development benefits to persons and communities affected by an investment project.

“Resettlement assistance “Support provided to people who are physically displaced by a project. Assistance may include transportation, food, shelter, and social services that are provided to affected people during their relocation. Assistance may also include cash allowances that compensate affected people for the inconvenience associated with resettlement and defray the expenses of a transition to a new locale, such as moving expenses and lost work days.

Way leave - An easement or right-of-way granted by a land or property owner for development, say for erection and laying of power lines, water mains, sewers, telephone cables or for a foot path.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Background and Project Description The Government of Uganda is set to receive financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Energy for Rural Transformation Project Phase III, and intends to apply part of the loan proceeds for the construction of the proposed Ruhumba Kashwa tee off at Rwebishuri, 33kV electricity distribution grid- extension lines and associated low voltage networks. The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) conducted Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) studies for the proposed Fast Track Lot 2-Ruhumba-Kashwa with tee-off to Rwebishuri (123 km of 33 kV Medium Voltage, 60 km of Low Voltage networks) in 2014, however the project was not implemented as earlier envisaged. REA however intends to commence works in 2018. Final detailed engineering designs have been developed. A review and update of the 2014 RAP was required to harmonize any changes in resettlement requirements with the final designs, hence the development of this 2017 RAP report.

An update of the RAP helps in: (1) Identifying any new Project Affected Persons (PAPs) as a result of changes made to the original distribution line drawings; (2) Identifying the initially proposed PAPs who will no longer be affected by the project due to the changes in the designs; (3) Identifying vulnerable PAPs within the project area; and (4) Identifying resettlement issues that may have come up since the initial RAP was conducted in 2014.

It is however foreseen that the proposed overhead power lines will mainly traverse the existing road reserve areas and therefore, there will be minimal negative impacts to the project affected people.

Scope of Project Activities The project activities will remain the same as those listed in the 2014 RAP. They include:- i. Clearing of the right-of-way for medium voltage and low voltage lines; ii. Construction of the medium voltage networks and transformer installations; iii. Construction of the low voltage reticulation for the covered Trading Centres and Towns:

Objectives of the Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) The purpose of the resettlement action plan (RAP) is to provide policies, principles, institutional arrangements, schedules and funding mechanisms for any land acquisition and resettlement that may occur as a result of the project.

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 Principle 1: Physical resettlement must be avoided or minimized  Principle 2: Meaningful consultation must take place  Principle 3: Establishment of a pre-resettlement baseline data  Principle 4: Compensation assessments must be at full replacement cost and prior to commencement of any works  Principle 5: Resettlement ensures that project affected communities benefit  Principle 6: Resettlement cost as an upfront project cost  Principle 7: Availability of an independent functioning grievance procedure

Valuation Methodology and Compensation Costs

An inventory all perennial crops was developed and they were categorized based on their type, age, and condition. An appropriate rate from the current district compensation rates was applied to each property. The compensation budget for the project affected persons computed amounts to Uganda Shillings 517,489,425.

Social Economic Surveys The socio-economic survey took place between October 9 to 28, 2017 and it was an update of the one conducted in 2014. It involved interviewing affected PAPs, heads of institutions, and literature review. The cut-off date for the asset inventory was set as November 29, 2017. This was the last day of the assessment, and it was communicated to the PAPs. The date was communicated in the presence of the respective LC1 Chairpersons as witnesses. Sampling was done at every point where there had been a design review leading to changes in the Way leave hence capturing new PAPs. A total of 269 were interviewed. Supplementary consultative meetings were held as follows:

DATE VENUE 22/11/2017 Kashongi Central 22/11/2017 Rwemamba I County Kashongi 22/11/2017 Byanamira Trading Center 23/11/2017 Nchune Trading Center 23/11/2017 A & B Ruhumba 23/11/2017 Kishunju Trading Center 23/11/2017 Kyeitagi Trading Center 24/11/2017 Mooya Trading Center 24/11/2017 Mooya Ii Trading Center

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Resettlement and Compensation Measures

The core principle in designing the power distribution lines was to avoid displacement. In the course of land surveying and setting out the route on the ground, this principle was followed to the letter through re-alignment of the route and no PAP is expected to be displaced. There is no provision for physical resettlement and no urban plot will be rendered economically unusable because line construction will be within the road reserves. However, in the unlikely event that a PAP loses more than 20% of their land, that land will be defined as economically unusable as per OP 4.12 guidance and in that case appropriate compensation will be provided for such land. This will be true for both rural and urban plots. Cash compensation for perennial crops and trees assessed at the current district compensation rate plus a disturbance allowance of 15% will be paid to the PAPs. As per the REA compensation policy, there will be no payment for land as no land will be acquired. The PAPs will continue using their land as before.

Legal Framework There are a number of national and local legal frameworks that regulate land relations in Uganda. These frameworks define land rights, ownership, procedures and requirements of transfer and acquisition of land between individuals and groups. They also provide procedures for the acquisition of land by the state or a public body for public projects. Among the most important legal instruments in this regard are The Constitution of The Republic of Uganda (1995), The Land Act (1998), The Land Regulations, (2004) The Local Government Act (1992), and The Land Acquisition Act (1965), The Electricity Act (1999), The National Land Policy 2013 and The National Gender Policy, 1997.

Stakeholder Participation and Consultations with Project Affected Persons

The RAP team held public consultations in areas that were considered hot spots (areas with high settlements and heavy encroachments) along the existing power line. The community consultation and sensitization were attended by the general community, local leaders including Members of Parliament in some cases and REA staff. They employed a participatory approach in which the RAP team described the pre-, during, and post- construction activities planned and informed the community about the compensation and resettlement issues as well the schedule of activities. The community was then given opportunity to respond by asking questions or making comments about the planned project activities. Eight meetings were

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Vulnerable groups

The assessment identified 32 vulnerable people and the list is presented in Appendix 1. This was in consultation with community leaders. The criteria used included:

 The elderly  Widows  Orphans  Disabled  Households headed by females with limited resources and the sick. A summary is provided bellow:

Nature of vulnerability No Elderly widows 11 Elderly widowers 2 Elderly men 13 Woman both elderly and physically 1 disabled Sickly old woman 1 Total 28

REA will provide special assistance such as delivering information on RAP implementation to their residences since they may not easily access public places and follow up support as necessary to the vulnerable PAPs. This will also include provision of transport to the various payment venues

Livelihood restoration

REA will provide special assistance to the vulnerable PAPs by providing them transport support to the various payment venues. The study findings reveal that impacts within a 33kV line relate to existing crops and trees and not land as the PAPs will continue using their land. In this regard, livelihood restoration strategy will be limited to assisting PAPs to utilize the cash from crops profitably. This will involve financial literacy. A needs assessment will be conducted in order to identify startup businesses. Thereafter basic business training will be provided to PAPs interested in investing their payments as a means to supplement their incomes.

Disclosure This RAP will be disclosed in compliance with relevant Ugandan regulations and the World Bank Operational Policy 4.12. The documents will be disclosed at the Infoshop of the World Bank and will also be available to any interested persons through the media in Uganda. A copy of the RAP report will be provided at the district headquarters and the Local Council Offices. REA

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INTRODUCTION

Background The Government of Uganda is set to receive financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Energy for Rural Transformation Project Phase III, and intends to apply part of the loan proceeds for the construction of the proposed Ruhumba Kashwa tee off at Rwebishuri, 33kV electricity distribution grid- extension lines and associated low voltage networks.

Project Description The project covers 2 districts in the western region of the country, namely: Kiruhura District (Sub-counties of Kanshongi, Kitura, Kensunga, Kanoni and Kiruhura Town Council); and Mbarara District (Sub-counties of Rubaya, Kashare,Rwanyamahembe, Rubindi and Kakiika Division in Mbarara Municipality). The Ruhumba – Kashwa tee of Rwebishuri 33kV electricity grid extension project commences at Ruhumba in Mbarara District up to Kashwa in Kiruhura Town Council in Kiruhura District Fig 1.1 and 1.2. There is a tee off between Kachwangombe and Rwebishuri, Kakiika Division in Mbarara Municipality. The proposed grid-extension covers approximately 108.81 km of 33 kV overhead lines, 58.03 km of low voltage networks.

Figure1: Map of Project

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Rural Electrification Agency (REA) conducted Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) studies for the proposed Fast Track Lot 2-Ruhumba-Kashwa with tee-off to Rwebishuri (123 km of 33 kV Medium Voltage, 60 km of Low Voltage networks) in 2014, however the project was not implemented as earlier envisaged. REA intends to commence works in 2018. Final detailed engineering designs have been developed. This report is therefore an update of the 2014 RAP report as a means to harmonize any changes in resettlement requirements with the final designs. The cut-off date for the 2017 RAP was set at November 29, 2017. This was the last day of the asset inventory.

Scope of Project Activities The project activities will remain the same and they include:-

i. Clearing of the Right-of-Ways for medium voltage and low voltage lines; ii. Construction of the medium voltage networks and transformer installations; iii. Construction of the low voltage reticulation for the covered Trading Centres and Towns:

This RAP has focussed on areas that will most likely be affected in the project implementation. The project network is composed of the main line from Ruhumba-Kaswha and its associated T-offs covering a total length of approximately 109km for the high voltage lines and 58km for the low voltage lines as summarised in Table1.

Route Length(Km ) Ruhumba_Kashwa 30.85 Tee off to Rwabuhura 18.94 Tee off to Rwanyangwe 7.45 Tee off to Kyarwabuganda 34.22 Tee off to Kitabo V 1.30 Tee off to Kyenshama 8.42 Tee off to Mushenyi 2.95 Tee off to Muhumbira 0.46 Tee off to Mutonto 2.06 Tee off to Byengoma 0.97 Tee off to Mugisha Jolly 1.19 Total Length of HV 108.81 Total Length of LV 58.03 Table 1: Approx. distance of low voltage lines

Table 2 summarizes those areas where the route was re-aligned to meet the design requirements.

Table 2 Route re-alignment

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NAME OF VILLAGE NAME CHAINAGE REASON FOR RE- ROUTE ALIGNMENT Ruhumba- Kashwa Ruhumba 0+000- design affecting Trading Center 0+425 buildings in the trading centre Nchune B 1+220- design affecting 1+460 buildings in the trading centre Nchune III 1+460- design affecting 2+125 buildings in the trading centre Kashongi Central 5+850- design intention 6+660 mismatching with the existing ground Kashongi II 9+250- design affecting 9+360 buildings in the trading centre Kachwangobe 9+360- design affecting 10+830 buildings in the trading centre Byanamira II 10+830- design affecting 11+150 buildings in the trading centre Ekikagate I 13+350- design affecting 14+650 buildings in the trading centre Kyeitagi 22+775- design affecting big 27+680 buildings within the cell Kensumngsa 27+700- design affecting big 29+510 buildings within the cell 30+300- design affecting big 30+765 buildings within the cell Kashwa 30+765- design intention 30+825 mismatching with the existing ground Tee-Off To Kashongi Central 0+00-0+725 design intention Rwobuhura mismatching with the existing ground Miizi 1+225- design intention

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1+675 mismatching with the existing ground Mukiika 1+675- design intention 2+300 mismatching with the existing ground Mooya Central 2+300- design affecting 2+700 buildings in the trading centre Rwamasasi II 2+700- design affecting 2+825 buildings in the trading centre Rwamasasi III 3+800- design affecting 4+225 buildings in the trading centre Kitura I 5+200- design affecting 6+400 buildings in the trading centre Kitura II 6+400- design affecting 7+310 buildings in the trading centre Kitura Central 7+310- design affecting 7+810 buildings in the trading centre Nyaburunga I 7+810- design affecting 9+060 buildings in the trading centre Kyamarebe 11+240- design affecting 11+930 buildings in the trading centre Katosho 11+930- design affecting 12+250 buildings in the Kyamarebe trading centre Rwemamba I 13+220- design affecting 13+825 buildings in rwemamba I primary school Rwemamba III 13+825- design affecting 14+600 buildings in the trading centre Rwakahaya I 15+00- design affecting big 15+825 buildings within the cell

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Rwakahaya II 15+825- design affecting 16+000 buildings in the trading centre Kirega 16+000- design affecting big 16+200 buildings within the cell Rwobuhura II 16+200- design affecting 17+480 buildings in the trading centre Rwobuhura III 17+480- design affecting 18+045 buildings in the trading centre Rwobuhura I 18+045- design affecting 18+941 buildings in the trading centre Tee-Off To Ekikagate II 2+075- design mismatching Rwanyangwe 3+300 ground and affecting buildings within the trading centre Kamuzinzi 4+200- design intention 4+460 mismatching with the existing ground Rwebimunyu 4+460- design affecting 5+300 buildings in the trading centre Rwanyangwe II 5+300- design mismatching 7+261 ground and affecting buildings within the trading centre Tee-Off To Kyarwabuganda Tee-Off To Kitabo Central 1+500- design mismatching Mbuga 3+775 ground and affecting buildings within the trading centre Tee Off To Kitabo V 0+000- design affecting Kitabo V 1+304 buildings within the cell Tee-Off To Kisha II 1+290- design affecting big Kyeshama 2+000 buildings within the Trading Centre cell and trading centre Kisha I 2+000- design intention 2+800 mismatching with the

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existing ground Kabushwere III 3+500- design affecting big 4+075 buildings within the cell Kabushwere II 4+075- design affecting big 5+100 buildings within the cell Kabushwere I 5+100- Design intention at the 7+000 start of the cell mismatched the ground and also affects buildings in kabushwere primary school. Kyeshama 7+000- design affecting 7+725 buildings in the trading centre Mushabwa 7+725- Design in kyenshama 8+375 trading centre affecting buildings hence causing a change in the alignment of the route. Tee-Off To Rweshebashebe 3+680- design affecting Kyarwamagand III 4+580 buildings in the trading a centre Kyenshama I 6+580- design intention 6+935 mismatching with the existing ground Kyenshama 6+935- design intention Central 7+400 mismatching with the existing ground hence affecting buildings in the trading centre Mushabwa 7+400- design intention 8+800 mismatching with the existing ground Omukabare I 8+800- design affecting 9+245 buildings in the trading centre Akabare 9+245- design intention 10+950 mismatching with the existing ground hence affecting buildings in

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the trading centre Kashare I 10+950- design intention 12+125 mismatching with the existing ground hence affecting buildings in the trading centre Ruburara 12+775- design intention 14+900 mismatching with the existing ground Itara 14+900- design intention 16+425 mismatching with the existing ground Ekirehe II 16+725- design intention 19+975 mismatching with the existing ground Rwantsinga 17+430- design intention not 21+780 matching with points on existing line from rubaya Rubaya 21+780- design intention not 22+610 matching with points on existing line from rubaya Kyarwabuganda 32+200- design affecting the 33+950 main road Tee Off To Nyakabungo 0+000- already existing line to Rwebishuri 1+700 the Telecom mast 0+700- design affecting 1+704 buildings in the trading centre

Distribution of Project Affected Persons The total number of villages affected by the project is 79 villages with 1305 PAPs. Kiruhura has the biggest percentage of PAPs in the project area as shown in Table 3.

Table 3: Distribution of PAPs in the Project Area District Total Number of PAPs Kiruhura 938 Mbarara 367 Total 1305

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Table 4: Proposed Route for the Ruhumba Kaswa with Tee-offs to Rwabuhura, Rwanyangwe, Karwabuganda, Kitabo V, Kyenshama, Mushenyi, Mutonto ROUTE LENGTH(KM) Ruhumba_Kashwa 30.85 Tee off to Rwabuhura 18.94 Tee off to Rwanyangwe 7.45 Tee off to Kyarwabuganda 34.22 Tee off to Kitabo V 1.30

Tee off to Kyenshama 8.42 Tee off to Mushenyi 2.95 Tee off to Muhumbira 0.46 Tee off to Mutonto 2.06 Tee off to Byengoma 0.97 Tee off to Mugisha Jolly 1.19 Total Length of HV 108.81 Total Length of LV 58.03 Total project length 166.84

Alternatives considered to avoid or minimize resettlement Indeed the World Bank Group O.P 4.12 on Involuntary Resettlement requires that all viable alternative project designs should be explored to avoid or minimize the need for resettlement and when it is inevitable, to minimize the scale and impacts of resettlement. In this project design every effort has been made to avoid resettlement and also to minimize the impacts as much as possible. The following has been followed in the design: 1. The proposed line has been confined to the road reserve (where appropriate) or along the present road alignment within approximately 10 metres of that alignment. All the line designs have been reviewed to ensure that houses or structures that fell under the initial proposed line route were avoided. 2. Although no cultural sites were observed, should they be found later (e.g. Graves and burial grounds or shrines) the design will be altered to avoid them and the RAP will be adjusted accordingly; 3. For the most part the distribution lines have been shifted to run behind RGCs so as to avoid the structures which are mostly positioned in a linear arrangement.

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4. Sensitisation of the potentially impacted people was done as a way of minimising negative impacts and reducing on the potential for grievances; 5. It is proposed that Stakeholder groups will continue to be involved in the exercise to reduce grievances and potential conflicts.

Mechanisms established to minimize resettlement, to the extent possible, during project implementation. There will be no land acquisition in this project since the design has ensured that no structures and land will be acquired. To ensure that this status remains unchanged, the approved design has been confirmed and no changes will be allowed if such changes lead to relocation of people. Secondly all PAPs have been sensitised that the cut-off date is the date when the census and valuation exercise were concluded.

OBJECTIVES OF THE RESETTLEMENT ACTION PLAN AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES

The Objective of the Assignment The purpose of the resettlement action plan (RAP) is to provide policies, principles, institutional arrangements, schedules and funding mechanisms for any land acquisition and resettlement that may occur as a result of the project. The operational objective of the RAP is to provide guidelines to stakeholders participating in mitigation of adverse economic and social impacts of the project, including rehabilitation and resettlement to ensure that the social and economic well-being of project affected persons (PAPs) will not be worsened as a result of the project.

Specific Objectives of the RAP i. Raise awareness about the project and its impacts among affected communities; ii. Prepare a social profile of PAPs; iii. Ensure that any displaced people receive equitable compensation; iv. Establish the actual compensation costs; v. Prepare resettlement strategies including entitlement matrix and implementation arrangements that would mitigate adverse socio- economic impacts and grievances; and vi. Prepare strategies to mitigate adverse impacts and grievances.

Guiding Principles of the RAP In order to ensure that the RAP complies with international best practices as regards resettlement, the principle implementing agency, REA shall bind itself to the following guiding principles:  Principle 1: Physical resettlement must be avoided or minimized  Principle 2: Meaningful consultation must take place  Principle 3: Establishment of a pre-resettlement baseline data  Principle 4: Compensation assessments must be at full replacement cost and prior to commencement of any works

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 Principle 5: Resettlement ensures that project affected communities benefit  Principle 6: Resettlement cost as an upfront project cost  Principle 7: Availability of an independent functioning grievance procedure

POTENTIAL IMPACTS

There is no likelihood for resettlement under this project. There will however be temporary acquisition and impacts on crops and trees. The detailed impacts are described below: -

Categories of Land Regarding the land tenure, most of the project area has a combination of the Leasehold, Mailo Land and Customary Land Tenure Systems. A few rich farmers have converted their leasehold into freehold land while new land acquisitions are being directly converted into freehold. There are no buildings/structures (by design) within the land where the line will pass. The community is also aware that the road reserve is normally available for community infrastructure and to be used for the common good.

The Land Act legally recognizes four tenure systems: freehold, leasehold, mailo and customary. The freehold, mailo and leasehold systems are similar in that the owner of the land is usually an individual or a registered entity (such as a company, a trust, a cooperative, etc.).

The Mailo Land Tenure: Under this tenure is where land is registered and owned in eternity or perpetuity with its holder having a land title for it. This land tenure in Uganda has its basis from the allocation of land pursuant to the 1900 Uganda Agreement, subject to legislative qualifications. Land held under mailo tenure is mainly confined to the Central region of Uganda. The system confers freehold granted by the colonial government in exchange for political co-operation under the 1900 Buganda Agreement.

Freehold: a land tenure that develops its legitimacy from the Constitution and the written law. Freehold tenure might comprise of either a grant of land ownership in eternity. The Land Act specifies that the freehold land holder has full powers of ownership over it. This implies that that person may use it for any legalized purpose like selling, letting, leasing and disposing it off by will or execute it in any way as he may deem it right and prudent. It is only Ugandan citizens that are legally entitled to own land under the freehold tenure system.

Leasehold Tenure System: This is a system of owning land for a particular period of time. In Uganda one can get a lease from an individual, a local authority, an organization/Company, an institution like Buganda Kingdom or from Uganda government for a period usually 49 or 99 years or in between with agreed terms and conditions.

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Customary Land Tenure System: Customary Land Tenure applies to specific land areas and are governed by customary laws. Land under this tenure system is communally or jointly owned by particular groups of people. Land use under this tenure is commonly controlled by elders, clan heads or a group in its own well-defined administrative structure and authority. In Uganda, this land tenure is found in the north, south and western Uganda.

Impact on Structures By design, the lines have avoided structures and buildings. For this reason there will be no relocation of people. On the other hand the developments within close proximity of the line will be impacted positively through receipt of electricity. The main beneficiary will be the Rural Growth Centres (RGCs) and towns / Trading centres (TCs) along the road.

Impact on People and Livelihoods Since there will be no relocation, and all impacted persons will continue to do the jobs that they have been usually doing, the impacts on livelihoods will be minimal. The RAP team re-sensitised the potentially impacted people during the update study. Direct social benefits of the distribution line include among others: improved schools with laboratory facilities for experiments; health centres with functional operating theatres and laboratories for diagnostic testing; electrified trading centres and RGCs to increase on personal business enterprises such as saloons and metal fabrication as other income streams on top of the traditional agriculture; light industries; sub county administrations; lit residential properties for better security and general quality of living; and recreational places.

Crops and Trees Although the road reserve is supposed to be free of developments, there were many agricultural activities in most places along the road reserve and often within a few feet of the actual road. The study has not considered seasonal crops since the PAPs will be given time to harvest the crops and most of them can safely grow within the way leave due to their short stature. On the other hand, the perennial crops which included coffee trees, cassava, fruits, and other trees will be compensated. The valuation method used was developing an inventory all trees and perennial crops and categorizing them based on their type, age, and condition. An appropriate rate was applied and this was derived from the current district compensation rates. Each district land board provides annual rates of crops and trees in their respective districts. It is these rates that the valuers used to determine the rates.As per the REA compensation policy, land required for the construction activities will not be compensated. Crop farming and livestock grazing will continue under the way leaves with minimum clearance from the ground or highest water level will be 6.0m or 2.0m from the highest point. In all the total crops and

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Summary of the social Impacts In summary no other properties will be affected except crops, fruits, herbal trees, bananas and other trees of either economic or cultural importance. In principal land will be affected except that this land is located within the prescribed road reserve area for which no compensation would normally be applicable. In practice the portion of land needed for the distribution poles is about 1.5 feet in diameter which will be enough to erect a pole. In this study the land has not been valued.

Impact on livelihoods The predominant economic activity in the project area is crop farming. The crops produced in large numbers are bananas with 20,000 tons followed by maize and beans which have 10,000 tons each. Coffee, ground nuts and sweet potatoes are the third with yields of 5,000 tons each. Cassava and Irish potatoes have the least registered number of yields with only 3,000 and 1,000 tons respectively.

The largest numbers of animals reared by the people of Kiruhura are indigenous cows, followed by poultry, goats, pigs and others respectively while rabbits are the least animals raised by the people of Kiruhura.

It is recommended that these disturbances are kept to a minimum by ensuring that fresh gardens for annual crops are avoided where possible during the construction phase.

SOCIO-ECONOMIC SURVEY

This section presents the 2017 social baseline of the project area, that is, Kiruhura and Mbarara.

Data handling during the review The socio-economic survey took place between October 9 to 28, 2017 and it was an update of the one conducted in 2014. It involved interviewing affected PAPs, heads of institutions, and literature review. A household questionnaire and the institutional questionnaire are attached as Appendix 3. The cut-off date for the asset inventory was set as November 29, 2017. This was the last day of the assessment, and it was communicated to the PAPs. The date was communicated in the presence of the respective LC1 Chairpersons as witnesses.

Sampling was done at every point where there had been a design review leading to changes in the Way leave hence capturing new PAPs. The section therefore, presents new data of 2017. However, in some cases reference is made to the 2014 data. A total of 269 were interviewed from different sub

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Table 5: Number of respondents by Sub County Sub county Number of PAPs Kashongi 127 Kashare 25 Kitura 52 Rubaya 19 Kanoni 6 Kakiika 24 Rubiindi 16 Total 269

The supplementary consultative meeting took place in the following areas:

The details of the meetings and attendance list are in Appendix 4 and five respectively.

Population characteristics

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1 Ethnicity

The two districts within which the survey was conducted were uniform in terms of tribe composition. Banyankole constituted (97%) of the PAPs for Kiruhura and Mbarara districts. Baganda were at 2% and 3 percent for Kiruhura and Mbarara respectively. This implies that the project could consider using Runyankole as a main language of communication in regard to dissemination of project related information.

2 Gender of respondents Notably, in Kiruhura 69% of the respondents were male compared to 31% that were female. Mbarara had 76% male and 24% female respondents. This has implication as far implementation of the project is concerned, equitable and universal access of both genders should be considered; in a bid to uphold elimination of gender inequality. Uganda being a patriarchal society, decision making at household level is dominated by men therefore a participatory and inclusive approach should be considered throughout the project cycle.

3 Age of respondents The age of PAPs is important as this could be an indicator of vulnerability and can be a basis to deduce the resilience of affected communities. As shown in the chart below 10% of the project area in Mbarara and 15% in Kiruhura are categorized as vulnerable because they lie in the age group of those above 65 years. However since neither physical displacement, nor economic displacement is expected, only a small proportion of PAPs will require special assistance on the basis of age during the project implementation process.

Figure 2distribution of respondents by age group

4 Vulnerable groups The survey conducted showed that no people were likely to lose land, structures or sources of livelihood. Accordingly, there will be no relocation of PAPs. The possibility of vulnerable groups losing their accommodation or livelihood was therefore not a concern during this survey. However the survey revealed 28 vulnerable people attached as Annex 1.

5 Marital Status of House Hold Heads The study established that 82% of household heads in Mbarara were married or cohabiting while Kiruhura had a lower percentage of 73% as indicated in the table below. This is a typical Ugandan society where marriage is considered to be universal. Since most PAPs are married, this implies that spousal consent should be sought during compensation.

Table 6 Marital status of respondents Marital status Mbarara Percenta Kiruhu Percenta ge ra ge

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Married 54 82% 149 73% Single 04 6% 20 10% Divorced 01 2% 8 4% Widower 01 2% 2 1% Widow 06 9% 24 12% Total 66 100 203 100

This implies that during decision making for compensation spousal consent should be given attention in order to ensure gender equity within households. This is also in line with the National Gender Policy of 1997, a tool to guide and direct the planning, resource allocation and implementation of development programs with a gender perspective.

6 Household size In the “project hosting” areas, the social survey indicated that the average household size is 6 and 7 people for Kiruhura and Mbarara respectively. This is higher than national mean household size of 5.08. This implies a relatively large household size in the project area, which is associated with less wealth and high poverty levels according to Uganda Bureau of Statistics (2015)

7 Level of Education attainment In both Mbarara and Kiruhura Districts it was observed that the level of education was lower than the national literacy level which is at 72.2% according to the Uganda Bureau of Statistics 2016 statistical abstract. There were more primary dropouts in both districts as compared to tertiary or university graduates. An indication that the projects should design programs that cater for such and emphasis should be placed on use of illustrations more that written texts. Given the level of education in the project area it is suggested that communication about project activities should mainly be in the local language. The level of education attained by an individual indirectly translated into coping abilities in the event of financial (livelihood) loss.

Figure 3: level of education for Figure 4: level of education for household heads in Kiruhura household heads in Mbarara

Source: Field Data from social economic survey in October 2017

A total of 25 primary and 4 secondary schools were recorded along the entire stretch of the proposed power line stretch. The level of education gives an

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8 Religious Affiliation The most common social interactions were noted to be religious circles with which most people associate. It was found that most of the impacted people are dedicated to any one of the major religions in the area. In Kiruhura, the majority were Catholics (40.5%) followed by Anglicans (35%) and Pentecostals (17%) and Islam (3%). While in Mbarara Anglicans were at (48.5%) followed by Catholics (32%), Pentecostals (15%) and Islam (3%). These are the main social groups through which most of the local communities can be reached.

Figure 5 Religion and faith in Kiruhura and Mbarara Source: Primary Data from social economic survey in October 2017

9 Migration In regard to migration the study revealed that majority of PAPs in both district had lived in the project area for over 10years. This suggests that majority could be natives of the area which could make identification of rightful owners during the compensation exercise easier.

Sources of livelihood

1 Agriculture The primary economic activity of household heads in the project area was farming which employed 67% and 48% for Mbarara and Kiruhura respectively. Because farming is the main source of livelihood and part of the proposed area being key to agricultural production, household income of some PAPs will be affected. However the proposed line being of medium and low voltage, PAPs will continue to use their land by undertaking acceptable activities.

The proposed line will be established on land where the key source of livelihood is subsistence cultivation. In the entire project area, common food crops grown include beans, maize, bananas, cassava, ground nuts, millet, sweet potatoes Irish potatoes and vegetables as elaborated in the table below. Given that most crops are seasonal, PAPs will be given time to harvest as a measure to minimise impact on livelihood.

Table 7: Main food crops in the project area Food crops kiruhura Mbarara Frequenc Frequenc y Percent y Percent Banana 153 75.5 59 89.39 Sweet 48 24 13 19.70 potato cassava 97 48 29 43.94

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Maize 153 73 55 83.33 Irish potato 15 7.5 02 3.03 Yams 03 4.54 Beans 174 86 55 83.33 Ground 98 48 23 34.85 nuts Vegetables 18 9 17 25.76 Millet 24 12 14 21.21 Source: Field Datafrom social economic survey in October 2017

i) Cash crops Maize, banana and beans were the main crops grown in the project area and they doubled as both food and cash crops. Coffee and eucalyptus trees were established to be important cash crops that contributed significantly to household income along the Kashongi-Rwobuhura section of the proposed line. Other crops include; cassava, sweet/Irish potatoes and fruits were also noted. Observations above imply that since the project does not involve permanent land take, its impact on crop production will not be very significant.

Figure 6: Crops (Bananas) Grown in the Kashongi Sub County, Kiruhura District

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Figure 7: Some of the Commercial Trees (Eucalyptus) in Kashongi Sub County that are likely to be affected by 33kV Line ii) Animal keeping Throughout the project area animal rearing was undertaken which greatly supplements crop farming; the principle source of income. Animal keeping was observed mainly along the Mbarara stretch which was characterised by large farms. According to the survey findings animals commonly reared were cows, followed by chicken. Other animals like pigs, sheep, goats, ducks and turkeys were also noted. Livestock usually serves as security for obtaining loans and solving urgent issues like school fees.

Given that land take is not expected in this exercise, the impact on livestock farming is not significant since most animals will continue grazing as they are doing currently. However during construction the power distribution lines, open pits should be covered to avoid accidents/death to livestock.

2 Formal Employment As noted from the household survey that formal employment was another source of income for livelihood in the project area was obtained through employment. However it was evident that few of the household heads in both districts were involved in gainful employment or civil Service and as such their contribution was generally low compared to subsistence crop farming.

3 Business Business was identified as an important source of income among PAPs in the two districts. The contribution of business stood at 56 and 31% for Kiruhura and Mbarara respectively. Based on the findings, respondents in Kiruhura showed that affected Persons traded in agriculture produce, cattle trade and retail trade.

a) Food production for the Market The survey inquired where affected households sell their crops especially those involved in commercial production. It was established that Kiruhura TC and

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Kazo sub-county, majority of the PAPs do not sell any of the crops they produce (75.0%). The PAPs from Rubaya, Kitura and Kashare sub-counties sell most of their produce to the local market and a few to the outside market.

Table 8: Marketing Practices of Project Affected Persons S/N District Sub Don’t Local Outside Others counties sell at Market market all 1 Kiruhura Kiruhura 75.0 25.0 0.0 0.0 TC Kashongi 42.7 53.8 3.1 0.4 Kazo 76.0 24.0 0.0 0.0 Kitura 40.0 60.0 0.0 0.0 2 Mbarara Kashare 26.5 67.6 5.9 0.0 Rubaya 11.8 88.2 0.0 0.0 Total 41.2 56.2 2.2 0.2 Source: 2014 social economic Data.

This means that for the sub counties of Rubaya, Kitura and Kashare, crop compensation in very important as crops constitute a significant proportion of their income and therefore the expectations of most household heads is for fair and timely compensation.

b) Constraints to Crop Production Many problems are experienced during crop production. However, the PAPs across the five project sub-counties noted that the major problem encountered is drought (38.6%), followed by lack of enough land for production (24.6%) and lack of the required tools. Lack of market and access to the market was also reported especially in Kazo, Kitura and sub-counties and Kiruhura town council. Table 9: Constraints to Crop Production S/N District Sub Droug Lack of Lack of Lack of Lack of counties ht sufficie tools market good nt land access to market 1 Kiruhur Kiruhura 50.0 18.2 13.6 4.5 13.6 a TC Kashong 37.4 25.8 20.3 9.5 7.0 i Kazo 32.8 18.8 21.9 17.2 9.4 Kitura 46.5 20.6 14.8 15.5 2.6 2 Mbarar Kashare 44.4 20.6 15.9 12.7 6.3 a Rubaya 29.9 32.0 26.8 9.3 2.1 Total 38.6 24.6 19.7 11.1 6.0 Source: 2014 Social Economic Data

However, given that most of the crops are seasonal crops they are likely to be affected during construction. Therefore it is recommended that prior to construction, the contractor considers management of this risk using operational

30 Resettlement Action Plan for the Construction of 33kV Grid Extension Ruhumba- Kashwa with tee-off Rwebishuri, Mbarara and Kirihura District 2017 measures including sensitisation of the communities on the construction methodology in order to minimise the significance of this impact. This will be done together with official from REA. In addition, the contractor will have to give the PAPs time to harvest their seasonal crops prior to construction.

Households income The survey also attempted to estimate monthly income of households and it established that majority earned between UGX 800,000-1,500,000. Results show that total monthly income of the Mbarara residents was higher than that of Kiruhura. Only 24% of the households’ income was below the national per capita income of 90USD which translates into approximately 300,000 Uganda shillings per month according to the second national development plan 2015/2016-2019/2020. Income ranges of affected households are detailed in the table below Table 10: Monthly income ranges of affected households Kiruhura Mbarara Percentag Income Frequency e Frequency Percentage 0-100,000 14 6.93 01 1.51 100000-300,000 39 19.31 06 9.09 300000-500,000 38 18.81 04 6.06 500000-800,000 33 16.34 08 12.12 800000-1,500,000 58 27 45 68.18 Over 2,000,000 24 11.88 02 3.03 Total 203 100 66 100 Source: Field Data from social economic survey in October 2017

Source of food for household The supplies of food for households was reported to be grown in own garden followed by those who bought from the nearby shops and local markets. Particularly a negligible number bought food as most of the respondents depended on own gardens for food supplies. On inquiry about the method of purchasing food/goods in the two districts, it was discovered that majority of the respondents in Kiruhura district used cash to purchase and this stood at 59%. A negligible 1% was reported to sell labour as means of obtaining money for food. In Mbarara it was reported that only 22% of the respondents used cash as a means of purchase. Other means of purchase other than cash were an indicator that the districts suffered some level of food insecurity.

Household welfare Based on basic indicators such as ownership of bicycles and motor cycles, phones, radio sofa set chairs and own residence by family members it can be concluded that the welfare of most PAPs was good because more than half of the population owned such. It was also determined that 83% and 98% of all

31 Resettlement Action Plan for the Construction of 33kV Grid Extension Ruhumba- Kashwa with tee-off Rwebishuri, Mbarara and Kirihura District 2017 respondents in Kiruhura and Mbarara respectively owned phones. Radios were noted to be owned by 75% and 84% of respondents in Kiruhura and Mbarara respectively. In regard to productive assets i.e. assets used by households to generate some income, it was established that land was the most common resource. Since most households own radios it is suggested that messages about project activities could be conveyed using local channels.

Main area of expenditure The survey established that education was the main area of expenditure taking up 33% of all income earned which was followed closely by domestic supplies at 30%. The high expenditure on education was partly attributed to lack of electricity in the area which compels residents to send their children to far places in search of better services. Other areas of expenditure included transport, energy, communication clothing, and medical care. This is represented below.

Figure 8 Main areas of expenditure among households Source: Field Datafrom social economic survey in October 2017 Access to Basic Services and Social Infrastructure

1 Health Common Illnesses identified during the study included: malaria with 59% and 62 of all households surveyed in Kiruhura and Mbarara respectively recording having had a case in the recent past. Respiratory tract infections were noted at 18% and 24% for Kiruhura and Mbarara respectively. Findings for occurrence of common illnesses reckon with national statistics that indicate that malaria is the most common illness among the population. Other illnesses recorded included diarrhoea, worms and ulcers featured prominently.

Findings further indicated that 40% of the households in Kiruhura said they lived in a distance of 0-1km from the nearest health facility and 25% lived in a distance over 4Km. In Mbarara 24% lived in a distance of 0-1km while 50% lived over 4km away from the health facility as detailed in the table below.

The above findings indicate that health facilities were readily available and accessible within the project area. 50% of the respondents in Mbarara said they live in a distance over 4km from the nearest health facility compared to only 25% living within the same distance in Kiruhura which was pointed out as one of the main challenges to the health care system. The household survey revealed that no health centre is likely to be negatively affected. However it is imperative to not that health services within these areas are likely to improve due to power extension.

Table 11: Distance of respondents to the nearest Health facility Distance from home to Health facility Mbarara in Km Kiruhura 0-1 1km 92 16 1-2 km 26 08

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2-3km 21 06 3-4km 13 03 Over 4 km 51 33 Total 203 66 Source: Field Datafrom social economic survey in October 2017

The health facilities that will benefit from power connections on this line include; Mooya HC II, Kashongi HCIII, Rwanyangwe HCII, Kitura HCII and Nshwere HC II in Kiruhura District and Kashare HCIII in Mbarara district.

2 Access To education at different levels According to Table 4.9 below, it should be noted that on average, each affected household had at least 3children going to school for both Mbarara and Kiruhura project districts. On average, at least each of the affected households had at 3 children going to primary while on average 1.89 children from the affected households are in secondary. Very few households reported having children going to the university.

Table 12: Access to education at different levels Number of children attending school

How many children are going to school? Kiruhura Mbarara Primary 427 144 Secondary 127 46 Tertiary 27 11 University 28 12 Total 609 214 Source: Field Datafrom social economic survey in October 2017

The land survey revealed that no social infrastructure will be negatively affected by the construction of the line; instead, the access to electricity will improve the services provided at these facilities. Some of the schools to benefit will include; Byanamira Modern P.S, Byanamira P.S.Excel P.S, Kabushwere P.S., Rwanyange High School,Rwantsinga S.S. among others. Given that no schools are likely to be negatively affected; this demographic characteristic is likely to improve given the increased access to electricity.

3 Access to Water The household survey conducted revealed that the common sources of domestic water were rivers/swamps, communal boreholes and protected wells. In Kiruhura District Rivers were recorded highest at 40%, protected wells were at 24%, rain water harvesting represented 10%, and boreholes were at 12%. In comparison Mbarara recorded rivers at 33%, boreholes at 20% and protected wells at 18%. It was established that major centres such as Kashongi and Kyenshama had access to piped water systems although most households only a few households connected specifically 6% in Kiruhura and 3% in Mbarara

33 Resettlement Action Plan for the Construction of 33kV Grid Extension Ruhumba- Kashwa with tee-off Rwebishuri, Mbarara and Kirihura District 2017 respectively. In regard to accessibility, it was ascertained that 65 and 80% of the preferred water sources in Kiruhura and Mbarara were in a distance of less than a kilometer from the affected household. Only 11 households in Kiruhura said their water source was over 4km from the household. During project implementation care should be exercised to ensure that water sources are not affected. In case a water source is affected by the project then relocation should be considered.

4 Type of sanitary facility According to the social economic survey results, a big majority of the affected households use pit latrine as a sanitary facility (97.7%). Very few of the households use the bush or hole in the ground. An insignificant percentage uses the VIP as a sanitary facility.

Public infrastructure and social services that will be affected There will be no negative impact on the social structures along the project lines. However, 18 worship centers were identified along the proposed power lines belonging to different Christian sects and a total of 25 primary and 4 secondary schools were recorded. All these will have access to power if the proposed project is implementation.

Disability The household survey revealed that 12% and 20% households in Kiruhura and Mbarara respectively have a member with disability. The disabilities ranged from physical, to sight and hearing impairment. Physical disability was the highest representing 79% of all cases recorded.

Transport The largest proportion of respondents said that they commonly used boda-boda as a means of transport to their destinations 55% in Kiruhura and 60% in Mbarara alluded to this. The second largest proportion said they walked to their destinations while a few use bicycles. As is the case, taxi and own car were the least used means of transport in both districts.

Land ownership and tenure

1 Land Holding Land was identified as the key asset by all the persons affected. It is the source of food, income, and residence. It also provides space for burial ground. Although, land holdings differ from one village to the other, the average land size per household differed according to the location of the households. Land holdings located within trading centres were relatively small compared to land found in the villages. In addition, there were huge stretches of land used for grazing cattle.

2 Land ownership/Tenure Customary is the major land tenure in the project area, constituting (89.4%) of land ownership. Freehold and leasehold land tenure system constitutes 8.6%

34 Resettlement Action Plan for the Construction of 33kV Grid Extension Ruhumba- Kashwa with tee-off Rwebishuri, Mbarara and Kirihura District 2017 and 1.8 % respectively. Community elders were reported to be playing important roles with regard to land disputes resolution and sale of land.

It was established that majority of the respondent in Kiruhura 68.5% and Mbarara 88% had acquired land through sale agreements. The study further established that 19% and 7.5% acquired land through inheritance while the remaining percentage for each district said they occupied rented land.

Most affected households had no proof of ownership of land in form of land title or tenancy agreement and this was attributed to the customary ownership characteristics. Those in possession of land tittles were 7% in Kiruhura, indicating that many purchased land by agreement. Similarly in Mbarara, customary ownership represented 6% and while ownership through purchase represented 94% which confirms earlier findings that purchase was the main mode of land acquisition. All those directly affected have to limit crops grown in the right of way.

Considering that land take is not expected, the project will not have a big impact on the ownership arrangements in the area, however, consultations revealed that the price of land is likely to increased and immigrations into the rural growth centres is expected.

3 Land use in Project Area All land that is subject of this project is located in rural areas and is mainly used for agriculture, residential and burial purposes. As indicated in the Table 4-3the structures on the land are mainly used for residential purposes only (66.9%) while others use the structures on the affected land for both residential and businesses purposes. It should also be noted that even the commercial purposes mainly imply agricultural activities such as crop and animal husbandry. It was also established that in most circumstances in project area, community members construct their residential houses on land, which also doubles as agriculture. This guarantees security of farm products by curbing losses that could arise out of theft.

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Table 13: Land Use in Project Area S/N District Sub Residential Residential and Small counties only small business busines s 1 Kiruhura Kiruhura 100.0 0.0 0.0 TC Kashongi 62.4 32.4 5.2 Kazo 79.2 16.7 4.2 Kitura 81.2 18.8 0.0 2 Mbarara Kashare 29.4 61.8 8.8 Rubaya 100.0 0.0 0.0 Tot 66.9 29.0 4.1 al Source: National Housing and Population Census, 2014

Considering that land take is not expected, the project will not have a big impact on the land use in the project area.

4 Encumbrances on Affected Land It was noted that most land owners had their land free from encumbrances representing 97% and 99% for Kiruhura and Mbarara respectively. In Kiruhura, two households reported having family wrangles over land while four others reported not having proper acquisition as a likely encumbrance during the compensation exercise. In terms of status of occupancy, most households in Kiruhura 92% and Mbarara 97% owned land. Based on field findings majority of all those on affected land have right ownership and will have to be compensated and their activities relocated before the project commences. In addition, given the customary nature of the land tenure system, some of the landowners (5.6%) have details in form of land titles documentation available for the affected land. Majority 92.5% merely possess agreements with their parents and family members who gave them the land or from the individuals they bought land from.

Table 14: Land Tenure Arrangements in Project Area S/N District Sub Land title Agreement Tenancy counties 1 Kiruhura Kiruhura TC 36.4 63.6 0.0 Kashongi 4.7 94.0 1.3 Kazo 0.0 100.0 0.0 Kitura 2.6 92.1 5.3 2 Mbarara Kashare 2.8 97.2 0.0 Rubaya 14.3 82.9 2.9 Total 5.6 92.5 1.9

Considering that land take is not expected, the project will not have a big impact on the encumbrances on land. Attempts were made to minimise impacts relating land were undertaken to ensure that such vulnerabilities are minimised.

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Housing characteristics

1 Physical characteristics of the houses Households generally have average grade housing units with only 52 and 43% being permanent for Kiruhura and Mbarara respectively while 44 and 55% were semi-permanent and the rest temporary. Majority of PAPs had houses with rooms that ranged between 2-4 rooms which is an indicator of moderate economic status. Households in Kiruhura were generally of average grade units with Mud & Wattle walls at(58%) mud bricks at (25%), and clay bricks (24%), while in Mbarara, walls with mud& wattle were at (45%), Mud bricks (35%) and clay bricks (7%). In regard to roofing material it was noted that most houses in the project areas of Kiruhura and Mbarara were roofed with iron sheets at 94% and 100% respectively. Most houses were reported to have cemented floors

2 Function of the house The findings indicate that residential houses were dominant followed by houses that performed both residential and commercial function in both districts. In Kiruhura, residential houses were reported at 68.5%, commercial houses were represented 2% while houses that performed both functions were at 25%. Likewise in Mbarara residential houses were 60%, commercial at 2% while houses with both a commercial residential function were at 32%.

3 Utility services Households in the project area relied on various utility services including solar, electricity and NWSC. It should be noted though that the number of households that accessed these services was small save for solar which was used for lighting.

Compensation

1 Displacement The number and status of displaced PAPs would be used to update information on livelihood but there will be no relocation under this project.

2 Preferred method of Compensation Based on the principle of fairness, adequacy, and taking into consideration the value of the affected land, respondents were asked if they preferred cash or in kind compensation. They indicated that cash payment was preferred as compared to relocation with 88% in Kiruhura and 97% in Mbarara choosing this option which calls for prior preparation of the PAPS by way of sensitization before RAP implementation.

3 Time needed to move As a requirement of the Ugandan law and the international Finance Corporation performance standards on environment and social sustainability as regards property rights, human settlement and the need to maintain affected peoples sources of livelihoods with limited disruption and loss of assets, the PAPS were

37 Resettlement Action Plan for the Construction of 33kV Grid Extension Ruhumba- Kashwa with tee-off Rwebishuri, Mbarara and Kirihura District 2017 asked when they would move and how much time they needed to enable them move without much inconvenience. In reference to the survey, different individuals opted for different times of relocation which ranged from immediately to 3 months period while others opted for up to 6 months among.

4 Bank Account Ownership A few household heads in Kiruhura 32% and 24% in Mbarara had bank accounts. It follows thus, that attainment of information as regards availability of Banks and establishing household members with bank accounts is an important aspect in guiding the implementation of the compensation process. This is based on the fact that PAPs whose compensation amount exceeds 200,000 shillings would be required to have accounts before their payment is made.

5 Anticipated Project impacts The study findings revealed mixed perceptions about the project. Ninety one percent in Mbarara were positive about the project as compared to 76% in Kiruhura. The main reason for having reservations about the project was fear for loss of land and property. This fear featured prominently among the surveyed households in the two districts although they were all in support of the electrification project. Other fears expressed included fear of loss of structures, possible damage to burial grounds, inadequate compensation, likely relocation of activities, and inadequate information about the project and loss of income. These are still the same fears the PAPs had in 2014 and are generic fears in energy projects.

Community members went ahead to suggest what could be done to allay fears for proper project implementation and the following were suggested;  All affected people should be compensated according to property destroyed,

 The valuation exercise should be clear and fair

 PAPs should be connected to power and those distant from the established line

 A reasonable connection fee should be charged

 Vulnerable people should be provided with additional assistance,

 Income restoration should be considered for affected businesses

 A clear grievance mechanism be developed at all administrative levels. Based on the above suggestions it was deduced that people who were not supportive of the project were not necessarily opposed to it; rather they were uncertain about the project activities and its potential impacts.

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LEGAL, POLICY AND INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK

This chapter provides analysis of the policy, legal and institutional framework within which the proposed REA project is expected to operate. The main issue in land acquisition, resettlement implementation and management is presence of an appropriate legal, policy and institutional framework to cater for (i) land acquisition, (ii) compensation, (iii) relocation, (iv)income restoration, and (v) livelihoods restoration programs. This section summarizes the relevant policy, legal, institutional and administrative frameworks required during the implementation of the project. It includes: a) Relevant Ugandan law (including customary and traditional law) governing land tenure, valuation of assets and losses, compensation; customary law related to displacement and social welfare legislations b) The scope of power of eminent domain and the nature of compensation associated with it, in terms of both valuation methodology and the timing of payment c) The applicable legal and administrative procedures, including a description of the remedies available to displaced persons in the judicial process, and the normal time frame for such procedures; any available alternative dispute resolution mechanisms that may be relevant to resettlement under the project; d) Laws and regulations relating to the agencies responsible for implementing resettlement activities e) Legal steps required to ensure effective implementation of resettlement activities under the project, including as appropriate, a process for recognizing claims to legal rights to land, including claims that derive from customary law and traditional usage.

Legal Framework Ugandan Laws There are a number of national laws that regulate the land relations in Uganda. These frameworks define land rights, ownership, procedures and requirements of transfer and acquisition of land between individuals and groups. They also provide procedures for the acquisition of land by the state or a public body for public projects. Among the most important legal instruments in this regard are the following:

 The Constitution of Uganda (1995);  The Land Act (1998);  The Land Acquisition Act (1965);  Land Regulation Act (2004)  Land Act (Amendment) (2010)  Local Government Act (1997)  The Electricity Act (1999)

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While all matters relating to land acquisition, compensation and resettlement are managed within the provisions of the above legislation, the most decisive document in this regard is the Land Act of 1998, as amended.

1 The Constitution of the Republic of Uganda, 1995

Article 237(1) of the Constitution vests all land of Uganda in the citizens of Uganda. However under Article 237(1) (a), the Government or Local Government can acquire land in the public interest. Such acquisition is subject to the provisions of Article 26 of the Constitution, which gives every person in Uganda a right to own property and provides protection against deprivation of property.

The Constitution also prescribes the tenure regimes in accordance with which rights and interests in which land may be held namely; Customary, Freehold, Mailo and Leasehold. It introduces the principles of “bona fide occupancy” and “lawful occupancy” intended to protect certain persons on the land by vesting in them certain rights of occupancy and security on the land they have occupied.

Under the Constitution, article 26, the Government is empowered to acquire land compulsorily if the acquisition is necessary for public use. Article 26 of the Constitution further provides for the “prompt payment of fair and adequate compensation” prior to taking possession or acquisition of the land. It also gives a right of access to a court of law by any person who has an interest or right over the property.

2 The Land Act, Cap. 227

Section 42 of the Land Act reaffirms the statutory power of compulsory acquisition conferred on the Governments and local government under articles 237(2) (a) and 26(2) of the Constitution. Compensation is assessed in accordance with the valuation principles laid out in Section 77 of the Land Act (on computation of compensation), briefly outlined below:-

 The value of customary land is the open market value of unimproved land;

 The value of buildings on the land is taken at open market value for urban areas and depreciated replacement cost for rural areas;

 The value of standing crops on the land, excluding annual crops, is determined in accordance with the district compensation rates as set by District Land Boards. Annual crops could be harvested during the period of notice given to the owner

 In addition to the total sum assessed, there is a disturbance allowance paid of 15 percent if a six months’ notice to give up possession is given or if less than six months’ notice to give up vacant possession is given, 30 percent of the total sum assessed.

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Section 56 of the Land Act establishes District Land Boards, with powers to compile and maintain a list of compensation payable in respect of crops and buildings of non-permanent nature.

Section 73(3) of the Land Act provides that an authorized undertaker executing public works on land shall promptly pay compensation to any person having an interest in the land for any damage caused to crops or buildings and for the land and materials taken, or used for the works.

Section 74 of the Land Act establishes Land Tribunals and empowers them to determine any dispute relating to the amount of compensation to be paid for land acquired under section 42.

3 The Land Regulations, 2004

Regulation 24(1) of the Land Regulations, 2004 states that the District Land Board shall, when compiling and maintaining a list of rates take into consideration the following:-

i. Compensation shall not be payable in respect of any crop which is illegally grown;

ii. As much time as possible shall be allowed for harvest of seasonal crops;

iii. The current market value of the crops and trees in their locality will form the basis of determining compensation;

iv. For buildings of a non-permanent nature, replacement cost less depression will form the basis of compensation

4 The Land Acquisition Act, Cap. 226 This Act makes provision for the procedures and method of compulsory acquisition of land for public purposes whether for temporary or permanent use. The Minister responsible for land whenever he or she is satisfied that any land is required for a public purpose, he or she may by statutory instrument, make a declaration to that effect. The Government pays compensation as awarded by the Assessment Officer.

The Land Acquisition Act stops at payment of compensation. There is no legal requirement to purchase alternative land for the affected people by the project. Once they are promptly and adequately compensated, then the obligations stop there. There is no requirement or provision in the law that people need to be assisted with relocation or that alternative land is made available or bought. An affected person is given a right to appeal to the High Court by way of objection to the total amount of the compensation awarded; the apportionment of compensation, any failure or refusal of the assessment officer to include him or her in the apportionment.

5 The Electricity Act, Cap 145

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The Electricity Act 1999, under PART IV, provides for use of land for energy installations. The Act provides for:  The power of a licensee (or a project developer) to use land (section 67) for electric supply lines. It provides for acquisition of land by a licensee also referred to as an authorized undertaker under the Land Act (section 73) for the purposes of installing electric supply lines  Procedures for using public land  Removal or alteration of electric supply lines  Compensation  Compulsory acquisition of land (section 71)  Section 67 sets out general powers for use of land for installations  Section 67(1): A licensee authorized by the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) may place and maintain electric supply lines, over or upon any land  Section 67(2): A licensee shall not, in the exercise of the conferred powers, except with the consent of the owner of the land over, along, across, in or upon which any electric supply line is placed-acquire any right other that of the user of the land under, over, along, across, in or upon which an electric supply line or post is placed and for the reason of that exercise  Section 67(3): A licensee shall do as little damage as possible to the land and to the environment and shall ensure prompt payment of fair and adequate compensation to all interested persons for any damage or loss sustained by the reason of the exercise of powers under this section  Section 67(9): A licensee authorized by ERA shall for the purposes of this Act be an authorized undertaker within the meaning of the Land Act.  Section 70 provides for compensation for the right of use; any question as to the entitlement of any person to compensation for right of use or as to the sufficiency of compensation under section 67(3) shall, in default of agreement, be determined as if the land had been acquired under Land Act and the Land Acquisition Act.  Section 71 provides for compulsory acquisition of land where a licensee considers that he or she requires the acquisition of land, or an interest in land greater than the right of use necessary for the proposes of providing or maintaining electricity supply lines as provided in sections 67 and 68.

6 The Land (Amendment) Act 2010

Section 76(1) (a) of the Land (Amendment) Act 2010 states that the jurisdiction of the District Land Tribunal shall be to determine dispute relating to the grant, lease, repossession, transfer or acquisition of land by individuals, the commission or other authority with responsibility relating to land.

7 The Local Government Act (1997)

The Local Government Act (LGA) was enacted to give effect to the policy of decentralisation and devolution of functions, powers and services; and to provide for decentralisation at all levels of local government to ensure good governance and democratic participation in, and control of decision making by the people. The Local Government Act provides for the system of Local Governments, which is

42 Resettlement Action Plan for the Construction of 33kV Grid Extension Ruhumba- Kashwa with tee-off Rwebishuri, Mbarara and Kirihura District 2017 based on the district. Under the district there are lower Local Governments and administrative units. This system provides for elected Councils. The chairman nominates the executive committee of each council. The functions of this committee include:

 Initiating and formulating policy for approval of council;  Overseeing the implementation of the Government and Councils’ policies, and monitor and coordinate activities of Non-Government Organizations in the district; and  Receiving and solving disputes forwarded to it from lower local governments.

According to the second schedule to the LGA, the Central Government is responsible for water resources and the environment (Part I, Second Schedule of the Local Government Act). The Lower Local Government Councils (sub-county or division) are responsible for the protection and maintenance of local water resources (Part 4). It is the function of the various executive committees, including the parish or village executive committees, to generally monitor projects and other activities undertaken by government, local governments, and non-governmental organisations in their area (Section 50(8)).

POLICY FRAMEWORK  The National Land Policy (2011)  The National Gender Policy, (1997)  The National HIV/AIDS Policy, (2004)

1 Rural Electrification Strategy and Plan (RESP) 2013-2022 Program Implementing Policies and Structures

The Government’s Rural Electrification Strategy and Plan (RESP) for the ten- year period 2013-2022 programmatic and policy adjustment measures towards increasing connections will include; 1. The Government assuming greater responsibility for planning, financing and overall management of the rural electrification sector by absorbing the major commercial and financial risk for rural electrification development while the private sector plays a complementary role to that of Government. 2. Rural electrification implemented on a model of scaled, multi-technology electricity service territories comprising the entire rural territory of the country. 3. Planning and management for all rural electrification sector programs and investment resources to be centralized in the REA. 4. Rural electrification services and infrastructure will be managed by duly licensed non-governmental concession holders. 5. Off-grid electrification services comprising energy service technologies not dependent on the national grid shall, preferably, be planned, offered and furnished to eligible consumers in the service territories in tandem with on-grid electrification services.

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6. Capital financing for infrastructure development for electric distribution-based investment shall be furnished under a system of long-term leasing and financing contracts with the electric distribution licensees. 7. The cost of wholesale power to rural concession licensees may be discounted on a needs-test basis in order to make on-grid rural electricity service more affordable. 8. Investment in small distributed power generation facilities as local sources of supply will be given increased priority and enhanced support

5.2.1 The National Land Policy (2013)

This new land policy addresses the contemporary land issues and conflicts facing the Country. The vision of the policy is: “Sustainable and optimal use of land and land-based resources for transformation of Ugandan society and the economy” while the goal of the policy is: “to ensure efficient, equitable and sustainable utilization and management of Uganda’s land and land-based resources for poverty reduction, wealth creation and overall socio-economic development”.

Access to Land for Investment: Section 3.16 of the Policy (88 – b) states that government shall put in place measures to mitigate the negative impacts of investment on land so as to deliver equitable and sustainable development. While part 90 of the same section positions government to protect land rights, including rights of citizens in the face of investments with measures for clear procedures and standards for local consultation; mechanisms for appeal and arbitration; and facilitate access to land by vulnerable groups in the face of investments.

Measures for Protection of Land Rights: Section 3.17 (91) of the Policy recognizes the inability of the majority of Ugandan to afford the cost of formally securing land rights and therefore government will put in place a framework that would ensure that land rights held by all Ugandans are fully and effectively enjoyed.

Rights for Minorities: As regards land rights of ethnic minorities, the Policy states that: (a) Government shall, in its use and management of natural resources, recognize and protect the right to ancestral lands of ethnic minority groups; (b) Government shall pay prompt, adequate and fair compensation to ethnic minority groups that are displaced from their ancestral land by government action.

To redress the rights of ethnic minorities in natural habitats, Government will take measures to: (i) establish regulations by Statutory Instrument to:  recognize land tenure rights of minorities in ancestral lands;  document and protect such de facto occupation rights against illegal evictions or displacements;

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 consider land swapping or compensation or resettlement in the event of expropriation of ancestral land of minorities for preservation or conservation purposes;  detail terms and conditions for displacement of minorities from their ancestral lands in the interest of conservation or natural resources extraction; (i) pay compensation to those ethnic minorities that have in the past been driven off their ancestral lands for preservation or conservation purposes; (ii) deliberate and specify benefit-sharing measures to ensure that minority groups benefit from resources on their ancestral lands rendered to extractive or other industry; (iii) recognize the vital role of natural resources and habitats in the livelihood of minority groups in the gazettement or degazettement of conservation and protected areas

5.2.2 The National Gender Policy, (1997)

The government adopted a National Gender Policy of 1997, a tool to guide and direct the planning, resource allocation and implementation of development programs with a gender perspective. The adoption of the gender policy has facilitated Uganda’s gender mainstreaming programs in all sectors of the economy (implying, the planned works project should equally integrate gender into the implementation of works. REA as an agency implementing ERT III projects has mainstreamed gender dimensions into its activities, plans and policies.

5.2.3 The National HIV/AIDS Policy, (2004)

The policy provides the principles and a framework for a multi-sectoral response to HIV/AIDS in Ugandan’s world of work. The policy applies to all current and prospective employees and workers, including applicants for work, within the public and private sectors. It also applies to all aspects of work, both formal and informal.

INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE SECTOR

The Government of Uganda, in recognizing the importance of energy in transforming the quality of life of Ugandans, formulated the National Energy Policy in September 2002. The Energy Policy Goal is “to meet the energy needs of Uganda’s population for social and economic development in an environmentally friendly manner”.

1 Electricity Regulatory Authority

In conformance with the Electricity Act of 1999, an energy sector regulator, Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA), was established and has developed regulations by which it discharges its responsibility under the law. The primary duties of this Authority are licensing, tariff setting, development and enforcement of performance and safety standards.

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2 Rural Electrification Fund and the Board

Furthermore, prior to the formulation of the Energy Policy, the Government of Uganda, by, Statutory Instrument No. 75 of 2001 (Establishment and management of the Rural Electrification Fund), had established three inter- related mechanisms for management of Uganda’s Rural Electrification program namely, the Rural Electrification Fund (REF), the Rural Electrification Board (REB), and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) all supervised by the Minister responsible for Energy. REA serves as the Secretariat to the Board whose principal responsibility is to ensure management of the Fund for equitable promotion of electricity access and connectivity.

The REB, which reports to the Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, consists of seven non-executive board members, of which majority are non- government representatives, appointed by the Minister with Cabinet approval. REB board members include Permanent Secretaries of the Ministries of: (i) Energy and Mineral Development (Chair), (ii) Finance, Planning and Economic Development, (iii) Local Government, and representatives of (iv) the private sector involved in rural electrification, (v) NGOs, and (vi) the financial sector and (vii) donors (currently vacant and is to be replaced by another stakeholder group). The Board is the supreme governing and policy making body of REA, responsible for all major decisions affecting the Agency including providing effective institutional and administrative oversight to the Agency. In addition, the Minister of Energy, in accordance to the Electricity Act, established a Rural Electrification Fund (REF) with the following sources of funding:  Significant money appropriated by Parliament;  Any surplus made from the operations of the Electricity Regulatory Authority;  A 5% levy on transmission bulk purchases of electricity generation stations;  Donations, gifts, grants and loans acceptable to the Minister of Energy and Mineral Development and the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development.

3 The Rural Electrification Agency, REA

REA was established as a semi-autonomous Agency by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development through Statutory Instrument 2001 no. 75, to operationalize Government’s rural electrification function under a public-private partnership. It functions as the secretariat of the Rural Electrification Board which carries out the Ministry’s rural electrification responsibilities, as defined in the Electricity Act of 1999. REA was mandated to facilitate achievement of the RESP goal of a rural electrification rate of at-least 10% by the year 2010 (extended to 2012) from 1% at the beginning of the decade.

REA is headed by an Executive Director (ED), who is supported by senior managers of: Investment Planning and Promotion, Project Development and management, Energy for Rural Transformation, Legal and Board Services (housing the Way leaves Unit) and Finance and Administration. In addition,

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Financial reports are prepared in line with the requirements of the Electricity Act (Establishment and Management of the Rural Electrification Fund) Statutory Instrument No.75 of 2001 and the Public Finance and Accountability Act 2003 and its Regulations. The Office of the Auditor General conducts annual audits of the Financial Statements of REA and reports are presented to Parliament. In addition, REA prepares technical reports that are presented to the Board and the Minister. Annual Reports are also prepared and presented to stakeholders.

The Executive Director of REA will be responsible for the ERT III project implementation. The ERT III project will be housed in the Energy for Rural Transformation Unit under the Project Development and Management Department (PDM) at REA which will be overall Project Coordination Department for the ERT III project. It will be responsible for planning, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, and the implementation of all activities of ERT III Project in consultation with the other implementing agencies while closely relating with the Bank.

WORLD BANK POLICIES

World Bank policy requires “screening” of all projects proposed for Bank financing to help ensure that they take social concerns into account with respect to adverse impacts on project affected people (PAP’s) and to appropriately plan for and respond to these impacts, and thus improve decision making about resettlement, options, alternatives, participation of PAP’s and compensation. The World Bank’s OP 4.12 on involuntary resettlement, is to be complied with where involuntary resettlement, impacts on livelihoods, acquisition of land or restrictions to access to natural resources, and may take place as a result of the project.

1 World Bank Policy on Involuntary Resettlement

1. Involuntary resettlement should be avoided where feasible, or minimized, exploring all viable alternative project designs. 2. Where it is not feasible to avoid resettlement, resettlement activities should be conceived and executed as sustainable development programs, providing sufficient investment resources to enable persons who are physically or economically displaced by the project to share in project benefits. Project affected persons should be meaningfully consulted and

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should have opportunities to participate in planning and implementing resettlement programs. 3. Displaced persons should be assisted in their efforts to improve their livelihoods and standards of living or at least to restore them, in real terms, to pre-displacement levels or to levels prevailing prior to the beginning of project implementation, whichever is higher. 4. Land-for-land exchange is the preferred option for people whose livelihoods are land-based. Whenever replacement land is offered, land should be of at least equivalent value in terms of productive value and locational advantage. 5. OP 4.12 eligibility criteria include:- i. those that have formal rights to land ii. those that do not have such rights iii. those who have no recognizable legal right or claim to the land that they occupy. The legal right to compensation under Ugandan law is applicable to those with proprietary interest in the affected land.

This policy covers direct economic and social impacts that both result from Bank-assisted investment projects, and are caused by the involuntary taking of land resulting in:- (i) relocation of loss of shelter; (ii) loss of assets or access to assets; or (iii) loss of income sources or means of livelihood, whether or not the affected persons must move to another location

The Policy requires that a RAP shall be prepared and cleared by the World Bank prior to implementing resettlement activities. The World Bank’s policy also requires that the provision of compensation and other assistance to PAPs, to restore livelihoods when these are affected appreciably, shall be done prior to the displacement of people. In particular, the policy requires that possession of land for project activities may take place only after compensation has been paid. Resettlement sites, new homes and related infrastructure, public services and moving allowances must be provided to the affected persons in accordance with the provisions of the RAP.

OP 4.12 further requires particular attention to be given to the needs of vulnerable groups especially those below the poverty line, the landless, the elderly, women and children, indigenous groups, ethnic minorities and other disadvantaged persons.

COMPARISON BETWEEN LAND LAW IN UGANDA AND WORLD BANK OP 4.12

There are some differences between the World Bank and the Ugandan laws on compensation and resettlement.  Although the Ugandan Constitution requires that prompt, fair and adequate compensation be paid prior to displacement, this is not on par with OP 4.12, as there is no requirement that states that the government should provide alternative land or assist with resettlement. Additionally it is unclear

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how to interpret “prompt, fair and adequate” compensation. OP 4.12 states that displaced persons should be compensated at full replacement cost unlike the Ugandan Land Regulations 2004 section 24 (1).(d) which states that: for buildings of non-permanent nature, replacement cost less depreciation will form the basis of compensation”.

 Uganda law does not make any specific accommodation for squatters or illegal settlers, and compensation is based on legal occupancy. There is also no provision in the law that the state should attempt to minimize involuntary resettlement.

 It is clear in the comparison that the OP 4.12 offers more reasonable and/or fair benefits and recognition to PAPs than Uganda law.

 Regarding to Uganda law, valuation of buildings is based on open market value for urban areas and depreciated replacement cost in the rural area. WB policy, PAP is entitled to in-kind compensation at full replacement cost including labour and relocation expenses, prior to displacement. Values bases on depreciated replacement cost do not reflect full replacement cost/value required by OP4.12.

 WB policy requires: (a) prompt compensation at full replacement cost for loss of assets attributable to the project; (b) if there is relocation, assistance during relocation, and residential housing, or housing sites, or agricultural sites of equivalent productive potential, as required; (c) transitional support and development assistance, such as land preparation, credit facilities, training or job opportunities as required, in addition to compensation measures, (d) cash compensation for land when the impact of land acquisition on livelihoods is minor; and (e) provision of civic infrastructure and community services as required. There are no equivalent provisions in Ugandan law on relocation assistance, transitional support, or the provision of civic infrastructure

 The Ugandan laws do not appear to make provisions for avoidance or minimizing of involuntary resettlement

 There are no explicit provisions under resettlement or livelihood restoration and assistance. Under OP4.12 livelihoods and living standards have to be restored in real terms to pre-displacement levels or better.

Table 5-1 outlines the gaps between Uganda law and World Bank requirements for resettlement and compensation. It is clear in the comparison that the OP 4.12 offers more reasonable and/or fair benefits and recognition to PAPs than Ugandan law; therefore in cases where benefits are greater, OP 4.12 will apply and in all cases, “the higher of the two standards will be followed in the RAP since the procedure also satisfies the requirements of the lesser standard. In

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Table 15: Comparison of Ugandan Law and World Bank OP 4.12

Types of Ugandan Law World Bank Comparison/Gaps Applicable Affected OP4.12 standard Persons/ Lost Assets Land Owners The Constitution Land-for-land The legal right to OP4.12 Prevails of Uganda, 1995 exchange is the resettlement is vests all land preferred option; applicable only to directly in the compensation is to those with Citizens of be based on proprietary interest Uganda, and replacement cost. in the affected states that every land. person in Uganda has the right to Customary land own property. holds property and Ugandan law ownership. recognizes four distinct land Entitlement for tenure systems, payment of customary tenure, compensation is freehold tenure, essentially based leasehold tenure, on the right of and mailo tenure. ownership or legal user/occupancy Customary land rights. owners are entitled to compensation based on the open market value of the unimproved land

Land Ugandan law The OP 4.12 There is no  ERT III Project Tenants/Squatters does not make explicitly states that distinction or has been any specific the affected discrimination designed to accommodation persons cannot be made on the basis avoid for squatters or denied of gender, age, or resettlement or illegal settlers, compensation ethnic origin minimize and compensation /resettlement between Ugandan displacement is based on legal assistance based law and Bank of people occupancy on the lack of legal policy. However, title. Bank projects, there is no explicit  OP4.12 The Land Act therefore, need to equivalence on the Prevails treats lawful make provisions for specific occupants and helping squatters / requirements for bonafide encroachers enforcing non- occupants as achieve the discrimination,

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Types of Ugandan Law World Bank Comparison/Gaps Applicable Affected OP4.12 standard Persons/ Lost Assets statutory tenants objectives of the including the of the registered Bank's requirement that owner. Under resettlement policy. particular attention Section 29 of the be paid to the Land Act, “lawful For those without needs of occupant” means formal legal rights vulnerable groups a person who to lands or claims among the entered the land to such land that displaced. with the consent could be of the registered recognized under owner, and the laws of the Those without includes a country, the formal legal rights purchaser; or a government should or claims to such person who had provide lands are not occupied land as resettlement entitled to be a customary assistance in lieu resettled or tenant but whose of compensation compensated. tenancy was not for land, to help disclosed or improve or at least compensated for restore those by the registered affected persons’ owner at the time livelihoods. of acquiring the leasehold certificate of title. “Bona fide occupant” means a person who before the coming into force of the Constitution had occupied and utilized or developed any land unchallenged by the registered owner or agent of the registered owner for twelve years or more; or had been settled on land by the Government or an agent of the Government, which may include

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Types of Ugandan Law World Bank Comparison/Gaps Applicable Affected OP4.12 standard Persons/ Lost Assets a local authority.

For the avoidance of doubt, a person on land on the basis of a license from the registered owner shall not be taken to be a lawful or bona fide occupant under this section. Any person who has purchased or otherwise acquired the interest of the person qualified to be a bona fide occupant under this section shall be taken to be a bona fide occupant for the purposes of this Act.

Land Licensees are Identify and No equivalence  ERT III Project Users/Licensees granted authority address impacts between Bank and has been to use land for also if they result Ugandan systems designed to agricultural from other activities for identifying and avoid production, that are: (a) directly addressing impacts resettlement or usually limited to and significantly resulting from minimize annual crops. related to the project related displacement They have no proposed project, activities. of people legal security of (b) necessary to tenure or any achieve its  OP4.12 propriety right in objectives, and (c) Prevails the land. carried out or planned to be The Land Act, carried out section 29(5) contemporaneousl clearly states that y with the project. for the avoidance of doubt, a

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Types of Ugandan Law World Bank Comparison/Gaps Applicable Affected OP4.12 standard Persons/ Lost Assets licensee shall not be taken to be a lawful or bonafide occupant Owners of non- Mailo tenure For those without There appears to  Project would permanent involves the formal legal rights be a significant provide buildings holding of land in to lands or claims difference between compensation perpetuity. It was to such land or Ugandan laws and based on real established under assets that could Bank policy. Those replacement the Uganda be recognized without formal legal cost (not Agreement of under the laws of rights or claims to depreciation). 1900. It permits the country, Bank such lands and/or However the separation of policy provides for semi-permanent since there ownership of land resettlement structures are not will be no from the assistance in lieu entitled to damage to ownership of of compensation resettlement buildings in developments on for land, to help assistance or the ERT III land made by a improve or at least compensation. project this lawful occupant. restore their does not Owners of non- livelihoods. apply. permanent buildings are entitled to compensation based on rates set by District Land Boards.

Owners of Valuation of Entitled to in-kind Values based on  Project would permanent buildings is based compensation or depreciated provide buildings on open market cash compensation replacement cost compensation value for urban at full replacement do not reflect full based on real areas and cost including labor replacement replacement depreciated and relocation cost/value cost (not replacement cost expenses, prior to depreciation). in the rural areas. displacement However since there will be no damage to buildings in the ERT III project this does not apply.

Timing of Once the Implement all There is no Project to pay

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Types of Ugandan Law World Bank Comparison/Gaps Applicable Affected OP4.12 standard Persons/ Lost Assets compensation assessment office relevant equivalence on prompt, payments takes possession, resettlement plans implementing all adequate and the land before project relevant fair immediately completion and resettlement plans compensation as becomes vested provide before project per Ugandan law in the Land resettlement completion or on and prior to Commission, entitlements before providing displacement. according to the displacement or resettlement Land Acquisition restriction of entitlements before Act. However the access. For projects displacement or Land Act Cap involving restrictions restriction of 227 (section 42) of access, impose access. provides the restrictions in compulsory accordance with the acquisition must timetable in the plan comply with the of actions. provisions of the Constitution(articl e 26) Calculation of According to the Bank policy There are no Market value is compensation and Land Act, Cap requires: (a) equivalent based on recent valuation 227 (section 77), prompt provisions on transactions and the value of compensation at relocation thus if alternative customary land full replacement assistance, property is shall be the open cost for loss of transitional purchased within market value of assets attributable support, or the a reasonable the unimproved to the project; (b) if provision of civic period of the land. Value of the there is relocation, infrastructure. payment of buildings shall be assistance during compensation, it at open market relocation, and The basis of is likely that value for urban residential housing, compensation market value will areas and or housing sites, or assessment is not reflect depreciated agricultural sites of stated in the Land replacement replacement cost equivalent Acquisition Act (an value. However, for rural areas. productive old law due for local inflation in The crops and potential, as review), although price land or buildings of a non- required; (c) the Constitution construction permanent nature transitional support provides for materials can are compensated and development ‘prompt, fair and affect what is at rates set by assistance, such adequate’ determined as District Land as land compensation. replacement Boards. preparation, credit (article 26) cost. If this is not facilities, training or reflected in job opportunities as recent required, in transactions, addition to market value

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Types of Ugandan Law World Bank Comparison/Gaps Applicable Affected OP4.12 standard Persons/ Lost Assets compensation may not reflect measures; (d) cash replacement compensation for value. land when the impact of land OP4.12 shall be acquisition on followed livelihoods is minor; and (e) provision of civic infrastructure and community services as required. Relocation and Both The To avoid or Ugandan laws do Project will resettlement Constitution, 1995 minimize not appear to make provide and The Land Act, involuntary provisions for compensation 1998 gives the resettlement and, avoidance or based on real government and where this is not minimizing of replacement cost local authorities feasible, to assist involuntary (no power to displaced persons resettlement depreciation). compulsorily in improving or at acquire land. The least restoring their Constitution states livelihoods and that “no person standards of living shall be in real terms compulsorily relative to pre- deprived of displacement property or any levels or to levels interests in or any prevailing prior to right over property the beginning of of any description project except” if the implementation, taking of the land whichever is higher necessary “for public use or in the interest of defense, public safety, public order, public morality or public health.” Completion of Privately owned Implement all There is no The project will resettlement and land’s value is relevant equivalence conform to WB compensation negotiated resettlement plans between Ugandan OP 4.12 and between the before project law and World best practices owner and the completion and Bank policies on during

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Types of Ugandan Law World Bank Comparison/Gaps Applicable Affected OP4.12 standard Persons/ Lost Assets developer. In provide implementing implementation rural areas, land is resettlement relevant of the RAP. valued at open entitlements before resettlement plans market value, displacement or before project buildings are restriction of completion or on valued at access. For projects providing replacement cost. involving restrictions resettlement of access, impose entitlements before the restrictions in displacement or accordance with the restriction of timetable in the plan access. of actions. Consultation and There are no Consult project- While the OP 4.12 shall be disclosure explicit provisions affected persons, consultation followed for consultations host communities requirement is and disclosure but and local NGOs, as inherent in the EIA, there are appropriate. Provide it contains a guidelines issued them opportunities number of by separate to participate in the differences with the ministries (e.g. planning, requirements of roads and implementation, and Bank policy. energy). monitoring of the The Land resettlement Acquisition Act, program, especially however makes in the process of provision for an developing and enquiry whereby implementing the the affected procedures for person can make determining formal written eligibility for claim and the compensation assessment benefits and officer is obliged development to conduct a assistance (as hearing before documented in a making his award. resettlement plan), and for establishing appropriate and accessible grievance mechanisms. Grievance The Land Act, Establish Grievance mechanism and 1998 states that appropriate and committees to be dispute resolution land tribunals accessible instituted within must be grievance the procedure established at all mechanisms. but will not

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Types of Ugandan Law World Bank Comparison/Gaps Applicable Affected OP4.12 standard Persons/ Lost Assets districts. The replace the Land Act existing legal empowers the process in Land Tribunals to Uganda rather it determine seeks to resolve disputes and it issues quickly so provides for as to expedite appeal to higher receipt of ordinary courts. entitlements and The Land smooth Acquisition Act resettlement provides for the without resorting aggrieved person to expensive and to appeal to the time-consuming High Court. legal action. If the grievance procedure fails to provide a settlement, complainants can still seek legal redress.

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6 ELIGIBILITY

6.1 Introduction This RAP has been prepared consistent with the Ugandan laws and the World Bank’s Policy on Involuntary Resettlement, OP4.12. It should be noted that where the standard of each of the policies is higher, that policy has been applied for the preparation of the RAP.

6.2 Definition of the cut-off date and project affected persons

The affected persons in this project are those who owned crops and trees as at the cut-off date which was November 29, 2017; the first day of the asset inventory. Thereafter, no new cases of affected people will be considered. Under this project, there will be no physical displacement and no economic displacement. And as per the REA policy there will be no land take and no compensation for land. So compensation will be in respect of perennial crops and trees. Seasonal crops will be harvested in the 6 months’ notice period after receiving compensation.

In accordance with World Bank’s OP 4.12 and for each sub-project activities under the project, a cut-off date is the date of the start of the census. To ensure consistency between Ugandan legal requirements and WB policies, this cut-off date should be the date of notification to owners/occupiers as provided under the Land Act1998.

The establishment of a cut-off date is required to prevent opportunistic invasions/rush migration into the chosen land areas thereby posing a major risk to the sub-project. In order to ensure that no new claimants turned up after the cut-off date, the PAPs were required by the consultant to sign consent forms with the agreed cut-off date clearly shown in the presence of the LC 1 Chairman as a witness.

Where there are clearly no identified owners or users of land or assets, the respective Regional Lands Board and Land Use Administration will notify the community leaders and representatives to help to identify and locate the land users. These leaders and representatives will also be charged with the responsibility to inform their members about the established cut-off date and its significance. The user(s) will be informed through both formal notification in writing and by verbal notification delivered in the presence of the community leaders or their representatives. This has already been done during the compensation assessing period and evidenced by the forms signed by the affected persons.

6.3 Eligibility Criteria for Compensation Determination of the eligibility of the bona fide occupants of the properties to be compensated was done through a transparent and legal process, taking into consideration all the existing laws of Uganda and policies of the World Bank and local customs. Compensation will be paid only to those persons:

Table 16: Eligibility Criteria

Category of affected persons Type of compensation

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Persons with formal legal rights to land To be provided compensation for damaged including customary leaders who hold land in assets (crops & trees) trust for community members. Persons with customary claims of ownership To be provided compensation for damaged or use of property recognized by community assets (crops & trees) leaders (including the landless and migrants) Persons with no recognizable legal right or To be provided compensation for damaged claim to land they are occupying, e.g. assets (crops & trees) squatters Persons encroaching on land after the Not eligible for compensation or any form notification (i.e. after the cut-off date) of resettlement assistance

6.4 Entitlements

The compensation assessment was based on the current district compensation rates set by the District Land Board in accordance with the provisions of the Land Act, Cap 227. As per the Land Act, Cap 227, disturbance allowance of 15% has been awarded on top of the assessed amount. This is an assumption that the PAPs will be given a notice of 6 months before construction.

The Entitlement Matrix below shows the types of assets to be compensated for, the entitled/affected people, and the forms of compensatory actions that will be taken for each type of asset.

Table 17: Entitlement Matrix Entitled Compensation Type of assets lost Person/Institutions Entitlement Standing Crops PAP (whether owner, tenant Cash compensation Seasonal crops affected by land or squatter) equivalent to average of acquisition or temporary at least three years acquisition or easement market value for the mature and harvested crops. Trees and forests PAP (whether owner, tenant Cash compensation Trees lost such as Bush trees, or bonafide squatter) based on type age and Pine, Back cloth, Acacia, productive value of Gravenia, Teak, Musizi, Mvule, Government Agencies like affected trees Eucalyptus, Cyprus, National Forestry Authority Musambya, Sisal, Bamboo (NFA) clumps Crop trees 1. PAP (whether owner, Cash compensation Coffee trees, Banana Clumps, tenant or bonafide equivalent to average of Mango trees, Orange trees, squatter) at least three years Avocado trees, Guava trees, market value for the Jack fruit, Passion fruit, Boro mature and harvested fruit, Paw-paw trees, crops.

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Information from the socio-economic survey and census guided the selection of the most appropriate compensation package. The package chosen was based on the basis that the Affected Household is neither physically nor economically displaced. This means in practice that the remaining land is deemed economically viable and no residential building has to be removed. In this case, cash compensation for crops and trees destroyed will be offered and not resettlement. Cash compensation will be at District compensation rates for crops, and trees,

Given the nature of the development, this package is the most appropriate on the basis that although a 10 meter corridor is needed to set up the way leave, the land owner can continue to utilize land under the way leave for crops but not trees. No structures will be demolished. Rather, the line will be diverted in case there is any structure within the original route. Summary of considerations are shown in the table 20 below:

Table 18: Compensation Packages S/N Category Of PAPs Entitlement 1 Land Owners Nil compensation since land take will not be needed in the process of erecting power lines 2 Land Tenants Nil compensation since land take will not be needed in the process of erecting power lines 3 Land users Entitled to compensation for perennial crops within the power line corridor 4 Owners of Not considered since developments can coexist with the Temporary Buildings power line 5 Owners of Not considered since developments can coexist with the Permanent buildings power line 6 Perennial Crops Compensation for crops within the power line corridor based on approved crop compensation rates 7 Annual Crops 6 months’ notice to harvest for crops within the power line corridor 8 Trees Compensation for crops within the power line corridor based on approved tree compensation rates

6.5 World Bank Criteria for Determining Eligibility for Compensation According to OP 4.12 of the World Bank, the criteria for determining eligibility for compensation, resettlement and rehabilitation assistance measures for persons to be displaced, are based on the following:

a.i.1.a. Persons that have formal legal rights to land, including customary and traditional; and religious rights recognized under the laws of Uganda. This class of people includes those holding leasehold land, freehold land and land held within the family or passed on through generations. a.i.1.b. Persons who do not have formal legal rights to land or assets at the time the census begins; but have a recognized claim of use to such land or ownership of assets through the national and traditional laws of Uganda. This class of people includes those that come from outside the country and have been given land by the local dignitaries to settle, and/or to occupy.

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a.i.1.c. Persons who have no recognizable legal right or claim to the land they are occupying, using or getting their livelihood from. This class of people includes encroachers and illegal occupants/squatters.

Persons covered under (a) and (b) above are provided compensation for loss of land and assets and other assistance as needed. Persons covered under (c) above are provided resettlement assistance in lieu of compensation for the land they occupy, and other assistance, as necessary, if they occupy the project area prior to the cut-off date. In practice, this means that people usually considered in Uganda as “squatters” will be entitled to Project assistance as long as they are present on site at the cut-off date.

In other words the absence of a legal title to land or other assets is not, in itself a bar to compensation for lost assets or to other resettlement assistance. This is also in line with the Land Act (Uganda) which recognises such rights such as sharecroppers and squatters provided they have been in place for twelve years prior to the promulgation of the Land Act. Under the OP 4.12, squatters are also entitled to resettlement assistance provided they occupied the land before the established cut-off date. These PAPs under the third category, to be able to qualify for resettlement assistance, however must comply with the cut-off date as established by the management committees in close consultation with stakeholders following a socio economic study of the project area. Anyone moving into the project area after the cut-off date of 29thNovember, 2017 will not qualify for compensation.

6.6 Consideration under the Project

Entitlements for compensation were based on the eligibility criteria and the various categories of losses identified in the field surveys and field consultations. Unless otherwise indicated, payment of compensation and other entitlements and the extension of assistance will be made to PAP households and individuals as the case may be.

Strip maps have been prepared to show areas where people are affected on the project distribution power lines. The strip maps are also intended to show the 33 kV power line corridors for the proposed overhead line consisting of Right Of Way and Wayleave reserve, which should be secured and protected from claims made by encroachers after compensations. A census was undertaken for areas that were mapped to capture property and socio-economic information project affected persons. The Way leave is acknowledged as the safety corridor in which harmful impacts from distribution and transmission lines are assumed to be possible.

Therefore much as land take will not be encountered in the process of erecting power lines, as REA only uses the land for Right-of-Way, the affected land is not permanently taken by REA as is the case with high voltage transmission lines. After the erection of the pole the owner of land continues to use the land with caution of not planting high growing crops above six feet (6ft) directly under the power line. However REA through the service providers within each service territory remains with the right to maintain and/or clear any vegetation or crops that are likely to cause danger or disruption of the power line.

Since REA guidelines provide that compensation to be made only to damaged crops and trees apart from adverse damages to land and buildings, this project saw some few cases in the busy trading centres where the proposed lines will pass directly over the building.

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The width of the corridor depends on the line voltage. A 10m wide ‘corridor’ was allowed for a 33kV high voltage and 5m wide corridor for the Low Voltage in the trading centres.

The Way leaves corridor was intended by Rural Electrification Agency to be along the Road Reserves as an already existing way leave in order to minimize possibility of land take and subsequent relocation/displacement of Project Affected Persons.

7 VALUATION OF AND COMPENSATION FOR LOSSES

The basis of valuation for compensation lies in the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda 1995 and the Land Act 1998.

7.1 Valuation Methodology

The valuation activities included the following activities:-

 An inventory was carried out of all affected perennial crops, trees and buildings/structures including for each PAP using a standard compensation assessment form.  Valuation of perennial crops and trees was carried out using the district compensation rates as per the provisions of law. The compensation rates of 2017/2018 for Kiruhura District were used for both districts as there are no current compensation rates for Mbarara District.  A disturbance allowance of 15% was added as provided for in the Land Act, Cap 227 n The basis of valuation and the approaches to arrive at the compensation are described in the matrix below:- Table 19: Valuation methodology Asset/Loss or Basis of value &valuation Remarks damage approach Perennial crops & trees District compensation rates Seasonal crops to be REA took an inventory all perennial harvested during the crops, categorized them basing on notice to vacate period type, age, and condition and then applied an appropriate rate from the current district compensation rates. This was between October 29 and November 29, 017 Disturbance allowance  In accordance with the Land Act As per the provisions sec 77, the PAPs will be given a of the Land Act notice to vacate within6 months. The 6 months notice is counted from the date of compensation and before project implementation.   REA has thus applied a disturbance allowance of 15%.

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8. RESETTLEMENT MEASURES

8.1 Packages of compensation and other resettlement measures

Cash compensation for perennial crops and trees assessed at the current district compensation rate plus a disturbance allowance of 15% will be paid to the PAPs. As per the REA compensation policy, there will be no payment for land as no land will be acquired. The PAPs will continue using their land as before.

8.2 Consultation with PAPs

It is a good practice in a project of this nature to consult the PAPs and have meaningful and effective engagement with the communities throughout the phases of the project from planning through implementation.

The World Bank and Government of Uganda guidelines require the people likely to be affected by a development project to be consulted so that their views and fears are incorporated in planning. Community perspectives are important for project planning and implementation. Therefore, during the RAP preparation and implementation processes, consultations are to be conducted with relevant stakeholders and participation be promoted, including potential beneficiaries, affected groups, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and local authorities about the project’s environment and social aspects and their views considered and integrated in the processes.

To meet this requirement, the RAP team held public consultations in areas that were considered hot spots (areas with high settlements and heavy encroachments) along the existing power line. The community consultation and sensitization were attended by the general community, local leaders including Members of Parliament, in some cases, and REA staff. They employed a participatory approach in which the RAP team described the pre-, during, and post- construction activities planned and informed the community about the compensation and resettlement issues as well the schedule of activities. The community was then given opportunity to respond by asking questions or making comments about the planned project activities. Eight meetings were held between November 11th and 23rd 2017 in various villages as listed below:

DATE VENUE 22/11/2017 Kashongi Central

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22/11/2017 Rwemamba I County Kashongi 22/11/2017 Byanamira Trading Center 23/11/2017 Nchune Trading Center 23/11/2017 A & B Ruhumba 23/11/2017 Kishunju Trading Center 23/11/2017 Kyeitagi Trading Center 24/11/2017 Mooya Trading Center 24/11/2017 Mooya Ii Trading Center

This consultation and public participation will be an on-going process and this will be expected to continue in all stages. This will ensure that all affected individuals and households are well informed and adequately involved in the entire compensation and resettlement process. The following table shows some of the concerns and responses. Details can be found in Annex 4 and the attendance list in annex 5.

ISSUES FROM THE SENSITIZATION MEETINGS

Min05/Nov/17: Reactions/Responses

Present Mr, Milton Byarugaba -LC1 Chairman Dorothy Katwesigye Olivia Namutosi -REA Facilitators

A member inquired The community was informed that previous forms would be whether new forms maintained with updates in cases of any changes and that new were to be filled or the forms would only be given to new occupants. previous ones would be considered? If my home is distant He was informed that this team was there to specifically conduct from the electricity a RAP involving sensitisation, surveying, affected property route, will I get poles valuation and a social economic survey. He was advised that free of charge? that it was only from the final drawings that the construction team would be able to determine the distance of his house from the electricity route. This would be done at the construction stage. Will REA destroy They were informed that it is REA’s policy not to destroy houses situated under structures along the route. All measures are taken during design the electric line? to avoid passing the line above any existing buildings. Hence the need for an update of the previous RAP. It would only be in a very rare circumstance that this would happen. For this particular project no houses of other building would be destroyed. Do we pay for the wiring They were notified that they had to meet the cost of wiring or is REA going to do it although this could be done in phases to reduce the burden of for us? the cost. Residents were advised to wire rooms they felt were a priority and then gradually they would extend to the rest of the

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house as and when the means were available. They were also advised to desist from illegal wiremen. They were told to instead look for qualified wiremen with ERA registration. During assessment you It is important that everyone is available at the time of the said you count together assessment or recommend a representative in cases of with the owner of the unavailability. But also an assessment form will be given to you property/land. What if after counting to confirm and verify if what was assessed tallies am not available at the with what is on the form. At that point you should be able to raise time of the assessment. your concern if not satisfied with what was assessed and the How sure will I be I that valuer will carry out a fresh assessment in your presence. you counted properly? What would happen if According to the compensation guidelines, property (crops and after valuing my trees) is assessed according to the present value set by the property and a cut-off District Land Boards annually. date was set, the project implementation delayed and the property appreciated in value? Would I have the right to reject the previous rates? Min06/Nov/2017: The meeting was closed with remarks from the representative of Closure the member of parliament who appreciated the facilitators for sensitizing the community and time keeping and requested present community members to spread the information to the rest. Min05/Nov/17: Reactions/Responses MINUTES OF THE SENSITISATION MEETING HELD AT KASHONGI CENTRAL – KIRUHURA DISTRICT ON 22/11/2017 Present Mr, Kabaki -LC1 Chairman Representative of Member of Parliament REA Facilitators Members of community List Appended

What can I do in case I The facilitators explained that speculative developments are not had wanted to build a capture therefore no value can be attached to the same. Only house in the place property in a location at a given time would be considered. In demarcated for the addition she explained that since REA does not purchase land, electricity line? line designs are restricted to the boundaries of plots and along the road reserves to avoid devaluing PAPs’ land. Who is funding the The government has secured funds for this project from the project, is it the World Bank. Rural Electrification Agency (REA) is a government government or the agency under the ministry of energy mandated to extend power agency? to rural areas.

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Can I set a price for my The amount of money to be compensated will be determined trees? using respective district rates provided by District Land Boards; valuers will update this information and forward the report to the Chief Government Valuer (CGV) who is mandated to validate and approve the information provided prior to compensation. How are those far from The PAP was advised that that it was only from the final the electricity lines drawings that the construction team would be able to determine going to benefit from the the distance of his house from the electricity route. However REA project? is constantly sourcing for funding to electrify the whole country so those who may not benefit from the current project would probably do so from subsequent ones. What is going to be They were informed that it is REA’s policy not to destroy done for those whose structures along the route. All measures are taken during design buildings are affected? to avoid passing the line above any existing buildings. Hence the need for an update of the previous RAP. It would only be in a very rare circumstance that this would happen. For this particular project no houses of other building would be destroyed. Is there room for Usually assessment is done in the presence of the owner and complaining or local leader. When a PAP signs a consent form it proves that revaluation in case he they are in agreement with the proposed destruction to the has been undervalued property. However in case of any complaint, the PAP can easily and to who do they contact the Grievance redress Committee which will be set up report? just before project implementation. The committee will be within the project area with representation from the local leadership, PAPs, local opinion leaders and REA among others. If they fail to resolve the issue the PAP is free to seek redress in the courts of law.

What if you count my If extra trees are affected during the project implementation, trees during report the matter to the grievance management committee so assessment, but during that those trees are compensated for as well, the valuer will have implementation extra to come back and carry out a fresh assessment of those trees for trees get affected as compensation. If contractors negligently cut down trees they will well and yet you only be ordered to pay for them by REA. compensated me for the ones you counted?

During assessment of For that case, the claimants will have to provide proof of that property, what if an person’s death, the spouse would receive the compensation on individual was assessed behalf of the family. but time for compensation this person is now deceased. Who is compensated? Min06/Nov/2017: The chairman notified the team from REA of the various Closure institutions which included; hospitals, schools and churches among others which should be favourably considered and given priority. He then closed the meeting with a word of prayer.

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8.3 Verification and Disclosure

During the implementation phase, the local government structures i.e. the LGs and the lower councils (LCs 1-3) will work very closely with REA on aspects of verification of data and information related to the compensation and payment processes up to the level of the Accounting Officer of REA. Roles and responsibilities will be discussed prior the RAP implementation.

All PAPs identified in the census will be informed through the announcements and information flow from their technical and political leadership. Consultation and information will not be limited to clearly identified owners or users of land to be compensated, REA, and the respective Local Government administrations through the lands officers and the local council leaders of the respective communities where the land is located will be solicited to help identify owners or users in order to sensitize them on the project and its implications. It is proposed:  That the display of strip maps and project affected persons should be both at the sub-county headquarters and at the growth centers where meetings took place. This reduces the transaction costs relating accessing information and promotes more accountability and transparency especially when it comes to verifying who the actual PAP is.  Grievance management committees should be accessible on ground preferably at the sub-county and at community level to handle all grievances. Having a focal person at the rural growth centers ensures that everyone has access to these structures.  It is proposed that a timetable for verification be communicated to sub-county leadership so that they are able to equally mobilize their counterparts prior to the verification process.

8.4 Procedures for Compensation Payment

Payment will be made in the following ways:- a. By agreement between the REA and the PAPs or entities (individuals /households /communities: - The REA will offer compensation in cash complying with the entitlement matrix at full replacement cost to the entity who may accept that amount as compensation payable to him or her and; - Such sums will be disbursed directly to the beneficiary entity with the relevant records of payments consigned to the RAPs and the records of the appropriate local government authority (District Land Boards). - Stanbic Bank and GoU MM platform will provide compensation services to PAPs and all the bank costs will be paid by REA. b. By court order on the amount of compensation where this has been the subject of litigation between the REA and the Affected Entity.

8.5 Vulnerable Groups

The assessment identified 32 vulnerable people and the list is presented in Appendix 1. This was in consultation with community leaders. The criteria used included:

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 The elderly  Widows  Orphans  Disabled  Households headed by females with limited resources and the sick. Nature of vulnerability No Elderly widows 11 Elderly widowers 2 Elderly men 13 Woman both elderly and physically 1 disabled Sickly old woman 1 Total 28

8.6 Livelihood Restoration

The study findings reveal that impacts within a 33kV line relate to existing crops and trees and not to land. The PAPs will therefore receive cash compensation for their crops and trees. In this regard, livelihood restoration strategy will be limited to assisting them to utilise the cash payments profitably. This will involve financial literacy, which will involve advising them of possible investment opportunities as a means to supplement their incomes. Others may use the compensation money to grow crops on any other land if it exists.

For the vulnerable PAPs, REA will give extra support by assisting them on a case by case basis to identify simple income generating activities they can invest in using their money. Such investments may include local chicken rearing and piggery. For the vulnerable PAPs who may be weak, REA will engage a trusted relative to help them utilize their money on either nutrition or medical care. Additional counselling may be given as may be required.

9. STAKEHOLDER PARTICIPATION

As a first stage of disclosure, community and stakeholder consultations were held between October 9 and 28, 2017 with help of local leaders in selected villages along the powerline. I District Villages Date Kiruhura district Nyabubaale, Akanyaya 2, 22nd November 2017 Nyakato, Ntarama,Kyeitagi,Kashongi Central,Byanamira, Ekikagate and Kachwangobe Nchune A, Nchune B and November 23rd 2017 Nchune;Kishunju, and Kiroroma. Mooya II, and

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Rwemamba I village Rwakahaya I and November 24th Rwakahaya II, Rwobuhura, Rwanyangwe, Kenshungaand Kikagate Akatenga, Kitabo Central, November 27th Kabushwera, Kabushwera I & II and Kyenshama. Ekirehe andRuyonza November 28th villages on Nyakabungo and Nyakiziba, November 29 2017 Rwenshabeshabe III, Bitagatsi (Kanyankole).

Subsequent formal and informal meetings and discussions were held with institutions and villages to inform them about the proposed project and generally expound on the RAP process. These consultations were useful in creating awareness of the project sub- components, related implementation activities and the potential impacts of project on the community. The community members, including PAPs, were also informed of the property identification and valuation principles to be followed during property valuation. The aims of community and stakeholder consultations were to: i. Re- introduce project and associated implementation activities to the community members; ii. Identify communal property, public infrastructure and facilities likely to be affected; iii. Identify community expectations and fears related to the compensation; iv. Explain to community members the meaning of key concepts used under the RAP such as resettlement, displacement, relocation and compensation, among others; v. Explain to community members the procedure for property identification and assessment.

In these meetings, principles of compensation for various types of losses were detailed compensation eligibility and entitlement options discussed. It was also indicated to PAPs that a list of PAPs would be disclosed at sub-county and village LC offices with areas, locations and property owners’ names. In all meetings, stakeholder questions and concerns were discussed and the importance of amicable transactions was emphasized. See Annex 4 on stakeholder engagement for ease of reference

9.1 Stakeholder identification In order to develop an effective stakeholder involvement programme, it was necessary to determine exactly who the stakeholders are, basing on the definition that a stakeholder is "any individual or group who is potentially affected by a project or can themselves affect a project”. Table 20: Stakeholder Groups in the Project Area Stakeholder Group Project Interest Engagement Method Technical Leadership at . Support during project Formal District Level implementation for grievance meetings management . Mobilisation of Communities

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Political Leadership at . Mobilisation of Communities and Formal District Level Enhancing community support for the Meetings project . Identification of PAPs . Support in data collection . Support in Grievance Management Community Members . Beneficiaries of project Community (This included LCs, opinion . Support for project so enhance Meetings leaders, and local NGOs & smooth project implementation CBOs) Project Affected Persons . Project impact on crops Community . Valuation basis for crops Meetings . RAP implementation

9.2 Community and stakeholder consultations The RAP team undertook intensive public consultations at village levels to ensure that all concerns regarding the project implementation activities and the associated impacts on the local people and their livelihood activities were raised. During the update, the communities were told why the update was necessary. Specifically the Social Team explained the social component particularly as it related to the human factor at the design stage, during implementation and during the operational phases of the 33 kV Distribution Line. In particular the following were highlighted by each team respectively:

Information provided by the social team  That the surveyor would demarcate the 33 kV Distribution Line on the ground;  That the names picked by the surveyor would be the same names picked by the social team as well as the valuation team to ensure that all the data on PAPs is harmonised.  That it was planned later to administer a questionnaire capturing all information on the affected households.  That PAP should provide their views which the team would capture and would be used in the RAP. Information provided by the Survey Team The Land Surveyor explained to the PAPs the likely position of the 33 kV Distribution Line. The team further explained as follows: -  The Line will most likely be along the Road Reserve except in some cases where either the corners are very sharp or there too many structures to be affected. In this case the line will run through gardens and cultivated areas.  That once pegs and or mark stones are put in place, they are not to be removed for any purpose;  That both customary and registered title owners would be asked to identify their land where the proposed 33 kV Distribution Line will pass; Information provided by the Valuation Team The Valuation team briefed the PAPS and informed them as follows:  That the Valuation Survey Team was going to value all properties within the 33 kV Distribution Line ROW which property was mostly crops and trees;  That while conducting the valuation, updated District Compensation Rates and Current market values would be used;

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 That the Cut Off date to commence immediately after valuation of property for each household.  That 15% Disturbance Allowance to the PAPs to be relocated would be paid for a notice of more than 6 months.  That Disclosure and Identification will be done prior to payment;  That there would be a grievance committee set up to deal with complaints from the PAP;  That failure to resolve issues at local levels would lead to appeal to Courts of law; although this is not a recommended option and.  That transparency will be paramount in all the three activities for the RAP.

9.3 Mobilization of Project Affected Persons Project Affected Persons were mobilised by their respective area Local Council leaders in which a central location was chosen as the meeting venue. For each meeting 2-3 villages converged at a selected central location. On average, the meetings comprised of PAPs from each affected village as mobilised by their local leaders for that particular meeting. Several local leaders and public servants attended these consultative meetings in each case as affected individuals or as public leaders.

9.3.1 Community Sensitizations Consultations were held along the entire power line corridor between 22nd and 29th November 2017. A total of 24 community meetings were held in the two districts of Kiruhura and Mbarara and Project Affected Persons from 35 affected villages were met during these consultative meetings. A summary these villages are presented in the table 21. Table 21: Schedule of community meetings

Meeting Village Time of Date of meeting District number meeting 1. Nyabubaale, Akanyaya 2, 10:00AM 22nd/11/2017 Kiruhura Nyakato, Ntarama 2. Kyeitagi 3. Kashongi Central 2:00PM 4. Byanamira, Ekikagate, 4:00PM Kachwangobe 5. Nchune A, Nchune B and 10:00AM 23rd/11/2017 Nchune 6. Kishunju, Kiroroma 12:00PM 7. Mooya II 10:00PM 24th/11/2017 8. Rwemamba I 3:00PM 9. Rwakahaya I and Rwakahaya II 10:00AM 25th/11/2017 10. Rwobuhura 12:00PM 11. Rwanyangwe 2:00PM 12. Kenshunga 3:00PM 13. Kikagate 4:00PM 14. Akatenga 10:00AM 27th/11/2017 15. Kitabo Central 11:00AM 16. Kabushwera 1:00PM 17. Kabushwera I and Kabushwera 2:00PM

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II 18. Kyenshama 4:00PM Mbarara 19. Ekirehe 10:00PM 28th/11/2017 20. Ruyonza 2:00PM 21. Nyakabungo and Nyakiziba 4:00PM 29th/11/2017 22. Rwenshabeshabe III 10:00AM 23. Bitagatsi (Kanyankole) 2:00PM

Below is a pictorial record of some of the meetings conducted. Meeting at Kashongi sub county

Meeting with Byanamira community

Meeting with Nchune community

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Meeting with Mooya II community

Meeting with Kyeitagi community

Meeting with Mooya I community

Meeting with Kishungu community

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Meeting with Kensunga community

Community consultation and sensitization involved a participatory approach in which the RAP team described the compensation and resettlement issues as well the schedule of activities. Then the community was given opportunity to respond by asking questions or making comments about the planned project activities. The following emerged as key themes of the consultations; . Compensation and Resettlement Alternatives . Community sensitizations . The valuation process . Cultural and Communal Property . Entitlement Cut-Off . Vulnerability . Grievance Redress Summary of key issues raised by stakeholders During public consultations in the above areas, a number of concerns were raised most of which were common and repetitive in all areas. Among the concerns raised include but not limited to the following; . During all consultative meetings community members wanted to know the kind of property that would be compensated. Whether only land, or only property on the land or both. . PAPs were interested in knowing how they would be compensated for inconveniences caused. . The time lag that has elapsed since they were first informed about the project. PAPs expressed concern about the slow pace of the project adding that they had lost hope in the project. The time lag that is likely to elapse before they are compensated since there is a tendency of government projects being delayed. They stated that this would in turn lead to loss of livelihood since they would no longer use the ear marked area . They wanted to know if power would be extended to their homes and if a plan was included to have trading centres off the road get power. . The other major concern expressed was that about how affected structure would be compensated. . They wanted to know what would happen one lost the old forms that were issued. . Uncertainty of valuation process and whether the exercise would be fair enough to meet their financial expectations. Most of the affected persons were not conversant

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with the valuation procedures and feared losing their property to REA without adequate compensation. . The mode of payment of compensation. The affected persons also needed to know how payments would be made. Most of them preferred cash compensation but were concerned about how this money would be delivered to them. . Property valuation should be based on prevailing market values. . Compensation payments should be done in a timely manner to enable affected people to quickly resettle and restore their livelihoods. . It was considered alright for compensation to be effected for strips of land lost to the line project. However PAPs recommended that when the remaining parcel of land is so small, then the whole land holding should be compensated and taken by the project. . Affected people should be given the mandatory six months’ notice within which to relocate. . PAPs suggested that vulnerable people be continually identified during implementation of RAP so that necessary assistance be assisted extended. . Another concern that featured prominently among affected communities was how planned development would be catered for during the valuation exercise. . Community members wanted to know the kind of power that would be extended and associated costs. . During the public consultative meetings, some affected persons questioned the credibility of the valuation exercise. They noted that the previous valuers were quick and did note concerns of the affected people. . They wanted to know how their crops and property along the proposed line corridor would be compensated for. . Project Affected Persons also wanted to know those to be compensated. Some thought only those in whose land poles will be erected would be compensated and those with only power lines (electric wires) would not be compensated. . They wanted to know if there would be variation in valuation for titled land and that without titles. . Clarification was sought about whether compensation for affected property before project activities commence. . Community members wanted to know how PAPs who could have acquired land after the cut-off date would be compensated.

10. DISCLOSURE

This RAP will be disclosed in compliance with relevant Ugandan regulations and the World Bank Operational Policy 4.12. The documents will be disclosed at the Infoshop of the World Bank and will also be available to any interested persons through the media in Uganda. A copy of the RAP report will be provided at the district headquarters and the Local Council Offices. REA personnel, with the help of the community leadership will carry out sensitization campaigns as part of the RAP activities. The local leaders will also double as translators whenever necessary.

10.1 Institutional measures According to REA’s resettlement policy framework in order to increase community participation in RAP implementation the following are proposed:

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 Setup of Resettlement Management Teams: The Resettlement Management Teams will be setup to implement the RAPs and will consist of three smaller teams namely: o Compensation Committee - The committee will comprise representatives of the affected persons (2 to 3), District Steering Committee members, Land Valuation Board, and Local Council Leaders. The committee will be chaired by the representative of the District Steering Committee or otherwise selected by REA. The Compensation Committee will be responsible for organizing and ensuring that compensations payable to PAPs are made in line with the provisions and this RAP; and o Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) - The Grievance Redress Committee will be responsible for receiving and logging complaints and resolving disputes. The GRC will work with the REA to resolve each grievance or dispute to ensure that redress actions are implemented. If affected persons are not satisfied the grievance redress structures, they will be entitled to seek redress through the District Land Tribunals or Ugandan Courts of Law. It is important that the GRC be set up as soon as compensation report or resettlement plan preparation starts. Disputes can arise from census operations and it is therefore important that the mediation mechanisms be available to cater for claim, disputes and grievances at the early stage.

These are critical for successful implementation of the RAP, it is strongly recommended that the firm to implement the RAP to request the leadership to nominate focal persons and team member for these committees with a clear terms of reference and time frame. Having these clear from the onset enables the consultant to identify capacity needs that can be addressed either through mentoring or information dissemination.

11. GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES

11.1 Background The proposed project is a Category B Project therefore it is not expected to lead to numerous negative environmental and social impacts and respective grievances or complaints.

REA currently uses the existing LC 1 & III committee members as the GRCs since they are in direct contact with PAPs. PAPs also have REA officer’s contacts; availed during sensitizations for ease of access to PAPs who may want to place a complaint to REA directly.

Nevertheless it is imperative that a Grievance Committees be instituted. These committees do not replace the existing legal process in Uganda rather it seeks to resolve issues quickly so as to expedite receipt of entitlements and smooth resettlement without resorting to expensive and time consuming legal action. Should the grievance procedure fail to provide a settlement, complainants can still seek legal redress.

For this purpose, the Rural Electricity Agency (REA) will set up a functional Grievance Redress Mechanism process and follow a well-documented system so that all PAPs are treated equitably. It is proposed that the Grievance Redress Management Reporting points be carefully selected along the entire stretch of the power line in such a way that all PAPs

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(including the vulnerable and elderly) can get access to them. The GRM system to be put in place will encourage the PAPs to solve their grievances at LC I level and for major issues that may not be solved at L C I should be forwarded to LC III at the sub-county. When REA goes for the routine monitoring they will be able to look into the reported issues/complaints/grievances and provide a suitable solution to the satisfaction of both parties.

11.2 Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) The Grievance Redress Committee will be responsible for receiving and logging complaints and resolving disputes. The GRC will work with the REA to resolve each grievance or dispute to ensure that redress actions are implemented. If affected persons are not satisfied with the grievance redress structures, they will be entitled to seek redress through the District Land Tribunals or Ugandan Courts of Law. It is important that the GRC be set up as soon as the compensation report or resettlement plan preparation starts. Disputes can arise from census operations and it is therefore important that the mediation mechanisms be available to cater for claim, disputes and grievances at the early stage.

11.3 Local and District Grievances Redress Committees REA proposes that Dispute Resolution and Grievance Mechanism will depend on Local grievance redress committees (LGRC) which will be initiated at the village or Sub County level to record grievances and also help in mediation. These committees will comprise the LC I Chairperson, a trusted village elder, a religious representative, a PAP representative and specific vulnerable group representatives of relevance to the village i.e. women and the disabled who will be elected by the PAPs save for the LC I who is known and may not necessarily be a PAP. Disputes will be resolved at the village level as far as possible.

At the District Level, the Grievance Redress Committee will be established [as an appeal mechanism] to deal with any grievances unsettled at the village level. The Grievance Redress Committee at the district level will at a minimum comprise the LC3 representative, representatives of vulnerable groups, District Land Officer/Surveyor, District Community Development Officer and a Grievance Officer from REA (in this case REA may appoint temporary field officers, use interns or outsource grievance officers depending on the need) who will oversee and coordinate grievance issues at the village level.

When Grievance Redress Committees are in place it is essential that they are oriented through appropriate training since they will be expected to provide advice on grievance resolution as well as compiling records of all project grievances raised and their mediation from LC1 to the highest level.

11.4 Likely Types of Grievances and Disputes In practice, grievances and disputes that are most likely to be encountered during the implementation of compensation and resettlement programmes are: . False identification of assets or mistakes in valuing them; . Disagreement over asset valuation: either the unit rate applied or the count; . Disputed ownership of property: for instance where the owner and occupant are different persons, which gives rise to conflicts over the compensation sharing arrangements; . Dispute over ownership of an asset e.g. when two individuals claim to be owners of same asset);

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. Disputes over land boundaries, either between the affected person and the project, or between two neighbours; and . Successions, divorces and other family issues, resulting in disputes between heirs and other family members, over ownership for a given asset.

11.5 GRIEVANCE MECHANISM There are many ways to proactively solve those issues before they even become grievances. Implementers should be aware and accept that grievances do occur, that dealing with them is part of the work, and that they should be considered in a work plan. Implementers will therefore be required to do the following:-

11.5.1 Provide sufficient and timely information to communities. Many grievances arise because of misunderstandings; lack of information; or delayed, inconsistent, or insufficient information. Accurate and adequate information about a project and its activities, impacts, remedial measures and an approximate implementation schedule, will be communicated to the communities, especially PAPs, regularly. Appropriate communication channels and means of communication such as community radios, announcements through LCs, churches, mosques and notice boards at market places and other public centres will be used.

11.5.2 Conduct meaningful community consultations. REA will continue the process of consultation and dialogue throughout the implementation of the Ruhumba-Kashwa project. It will be important to share information, report on project progress, provide community members with an opportunity to express their concerns, clarifying and responding to their issues, eliciting communities’ views, and receiving feedback on interventions among others. This approach is expected to benefit the communities and the project management.

11.5.3 Community Expectations When Grievances Arise Consultations revealed that when local people (PAPs) present a grievance, they generally expect to receive one or more of the following:  An acknowledgment of their problem;  An honest response to questions about project activities;  An apology;  Compensation if necessary or other fair remedy; and  Modification of the conduct that caused the grievance.

Subsequently, in voicing their concerns, the PAPs also expect to be heard and taken seriously. Therefore, REA must convince people that they can voice grievances and the project will work to resolve them without retaliation. This will be done through sensitization meeting at the time of disclosure before compensations commence.

11.5.4 Procedures and Time Frames It is known that the best solutions to conflicts are generally achieved through localized mechanisms that take account of the specific issues, cultural context, local systems, and project conditions and scale. In its simplest form, a grievance mechanism can be broken down into the following primary components:  Receive and register a complaint.  Screen and validate the complaint.

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 Formulate a response.  Select a resolution approach, based on consultation with affected person/group.  Implement the approach.  Settle the issues.  Track and evaluate results.  Learn from the experience and communicate back to all parties involved.

11.5.5 Build capacity for project staff, particularly community facilitators and other field‐level staff or Contractors. The field‐level staff of REA or Contractors will be provided with adequate information on the project such as project design, activities, implementing schedules, and institutional arrangements as well as enhanced skills in effective communication, understanding community dynamics and processes, negotiation and conflict resolution, and empathizing with communities and their needs. Building trust and maintaining good rapport with the communities by providing relevant information on the project and responding effectively to the needs and concerns of community members will help solve issues before they even become grievances. It is also important that field‐level staff and Contractors provide regular feedback on their interactions with the communities to REA.

11.5.6 Proposed REA approach as agreed on under ERT III Local Grievance Redress Committees (LGRC) will be initiated at the village or Sub County level to record grievances and also help in mediation. This committee will comprise the LC I Chairperson, a trusted village elder, a religious representative, an elected PAP representative and specific vulnerable group representatives including women and the disabled. Disputes will be resolved at the village level as far as possible. At the District Level, the Grievance Redress Committee will be established to deal with any grievances unsettled at the village level. The Grievance Redress Committee at the district will at a minimum comprise the LC3 representative, representatives of vulnerable groups, District Land Officer/Surveyor, District Community Development Officer and a Senior Social Development Officer from REA who will oversee and coordinate grievance issues at the village level including setting up of LGRCs, provision of Grievance Logbooks and related logistics, training and orientation of LGRCs, and providing advice on grievance resolution as well as compiling records of all ERT III grievances raised and their mediation for the whole district. The grievance mechanism for the implementation process is as follows: i. The LGRC will interview the PAP in the local language and complete a Grievance Form which will be signed by the leader of the LGRC and the PAP/complainant. This will then be lodged in the Grievance Log/Register provided by the Senior Social Development Officer; ii. The PAP should expect a response from the LGRC within seven days of filing the complaint. If the issue is not resolved, the LGRC will forward the complaint to the GRC at the Sub-county level, which is more accessible to local Communities. At this level the Assistant Community Development Officers (CDOs) will be the focal point persons, and members would be the LC III Chairperson, Sub-county Chief, Councillor of the Parish where the PAP comes from. If the grievance is still not resolved at this level then it is forwarded to the District; iii. The GRC at the District will be given a fourteen day notice to hold a meeting. Two days after the meeting, the GRC will call the PAP and LGRC for discussions and

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resolution. The resolution will be presented to the PAP in written form within the same day of the meeting; iv. If there is no resolution to the grievance, the GRC at the district and the PAP shall then refer the matter to the District Land Tribunal for land-related issues and to REA head office for all other grievances; v. Appeal to Court - The Ugandan laws allow any aggrieved person the right to access to Court of law. If the complainant still remains dissatisfied with the District Land Tribunal or/and REA’s management decision, the complainant has the option to pursue appropriate recourse via judicial process in Uganda. Courts of law will be a “last resort” option, in view of the above mechanism

11.6 Steps of the proposed grievance process It is advised that the GRM be as deliberate as possible and at least seven steps are proposed. These are described below: -

Step 1: Receipt of complaint A verbal or in written complaint from a PAP will be received by the appointed Chairperson of the GRC. The grievance will be recorded in a grievance log (electronically if possible) which will be held in each Sub-county/district. For avoidance of doubt, the GRC Chairperson, will be a member of the Project Implementation Team. She/he will lead the grievance mechanism. Principal responsibilities of the GO will include the following: - :  Recording the grievances, both written and oral, of the affected people, categorizing and prioritizing them and providing solutions within a specified time period.  Discussing grievances on a regular basis with the Working Group and coming up with decision/actions for issues that can be resolved at that level.  Informing the Steering Committee of serious cases within an appropriate time frame.  Reporting to the aggrieved parties about developments regarding their grievances and decisions of the Steering Committee.  Providing inputs into the monitoring and evaluation process

There will be need for the grievance team to hold meetings at sub-county headquarters where grievances are received by a contact person such as the Sub-county chief who would then hand over received complaints to the Sub-county/District GO, for entering into the grievance log using the grievance form. The log would indicate grievances, date lodged, actions taken to address or reasons the grievance was not acted on (i.e. the grievance was not related to the resettlement process); information provided to complainant and date the grievance was closed. Grievances can be lodged at any time, either directly to the Sub-county/District Office or via the grievance committee member. The process for lodging a complaint is outlined below: i. The GO will receive a complaint from the complainant. ii. The GO will ask the claimant questions in their local language, write the answers in English and enter them in English onto the Grievance Form iii. It is preferable if a representative of an independent local organization witnesses translation of the grievance into English.

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iv. The GO reads the complaint in English and translates it into the complainant`s local language on the Grievance Form. v. The local leader and the complainant both sign the Grievance Form after they both confirm the accuracy of the grievance. vi. The GO lodges the complaint in the Grievance Log. It will be important that all PAPs have access to the grievance process.

Step 2: Determination of corrective action If in their judgment, the grievance can be solved at this stage and the GO and a representative of an independent organization will determine a corrective action in consultation with the aggrieved person. A description of the action; the time frame in which the action is to take place; and the party responsible for implementing the action will be recorded in the grievance database. Grievances will be resolved and status reported back to complainants within 30 days. If more time is required this will be communicated clearly and in advance to the aggrieved person. For cases that are not resolved within the stipulated time, detailed investigations will be undertaken and results discussed in the monthly meetings with affected persons. In some instances, it may be appropriate to appoint independent third parties to undertake the investigations.

Step 3: Meeting with the complainant The proposed corrective action and the timeframe in which it is to be implemented will be discussed with the complainant within 30 days of receipt of the grievance. Written agreement to proceed with the corrective action will be sought from the complainant (e.g. by use of an appropriate consent form). If no agreement is reached, Step 2 will be re- visited.

Step 4: Implementation of corrective action Agreed corrective actions will be undertaken by the Project or its contractors within the agreed timeframe. The date of the completed action will be recorded in the grievance database.

Step 5: Verification of corrective action To verify satisfaction, the aggrieved person will be approached by the Grievance Officer to verify that the corrective action has been implemented. A signature of the complainant will be obtained and recorded in the log and/or on the consent form (see Step 3). If the complainant is not satisfied with the outcome of the corrective action additional steps may be undertaken to reach agreement between the parties. If additional corrective action is not possible alternative avenues maybe pursued.

Step 6: Action by local leaders and project contractors If the GO and independent observer cannot solve the grievance, it will be referred to relevant parties such as local leaders, District Officers, Construction Contractor, Valuer and MEMD, for consultation and relevant feedback provided.

Step 7: Action by Grievance Committee If the complainant remains dissatisfied and a satisfactory resolution cannot be reached, the complaint will be handled by the Grievance Committee. A dedicated Grievance Committee will be established to assess grievances that arise from disputes. This will include the following members:

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a) District Land Officer Surveyor; b) Representative of the Valuer; and c) Grievance Officer. This committee must have a quorum of at least three persons. Decisions will be reached by simple majority. The Grievance Committee should be constituted for as long as no more grievances are lodged. Once the Grievance Committee has determined its approach to the lodged grievance, this will be communicated to the GO, who will communicate this to the complainant. If satisfied, the complainant signs to acknowledge that the issue has been resolved satisfactorily. If the complainant is not satisfied however, the complainant notes the outstanding issues, which may be re-lodged with the Grievance Committee or the complainant may proceed with judicial proceedings.

11.7 Evaluation of the GRM The effectiveness of the GRM will be evaluated during the periodical performance reporting and as part of the post RPF/RAP evaluations. Grievance issues by type and how they were resolved: - 1. Total received, total justified, 2. Total resolved at various levels including the type of agreement reached, 3. Total referred to legal system/courts of law, including clarification on who initiated (local leaders, PAP or REA) the referral and subject matter Number of complaints: 4. Total received; total justified; total non-justified, including the subject matter for all complaints; an explanation for non-justified complaints; 5. Total resolved at various levels including the type of agreement reached; 6. Total referred to the legal system/courts of Law, including a clarification on who initiated (local leaders, PAP or REA) the referral and the subject matter

In summary and as indicated under the disclosure process, the PAPs shall be given an opportunity to review the RAP including the survey and valuation outcomes as well as the compensation policies prior to the commencement of the compensation exercise. This is the disclosure process. It is anticipated that a number of issues will come up among the affected communities and landowners. If an individual is not satisfied with the compensation, he or she will then be able to trigger the grievance mechanism as described above. The above recommends that PAPs should as much as possible avoid court proceedings as they can be costly, time consuming and could disrupt the projects’ progress. Hence the above administrative procedure / review is most optimum. The Administrative Review recommends trying to resolve the issue(s) administratively by the client (REA) and the various Government institutions involved in the compensation exercise as shown in Fig 9 before resorting to court action as shown below

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Fig 9: Steps used by the GRC to resolve grievances

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12. INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK AND ORGANISATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

In implementing this RAP, four key stakeholders have been identified including the District Local Governments, Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development and REA, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and REA.

12.1 Rural Electrification Agency

Rural Electrification Agency (REA), through its specialised departments and sections will be the lead agency in the implementation of this RAP. REA will co-ordinate other responsible agencies.

12.2 District Local Government According to the REA resettlement policy framework, the district Local Governments will be heavily involved in all resettlement, relocation and compensation efforts for subprojects where resettlement is indicated. Each district in Uganda has a five tier Local Government structure which operates from the lowest level known as the Local Council I through to the Local Council V at the District Headquarters. This structure is a political set up whose office bearers are elected into their positions.

There is a parallel administrative structure at each Local Government level composed of technical public officers whose appointments are based on the required qualifications and experience for the respective technical offices. These are headed by the CAO who is also the accounting Officer of thedistrict. All projects which require resettlement have to closely liaise with the Local Government Administration to ensure equity, acceptability and compliance.

The staff at the district level and sub county level is mandated to ensure that there are minimal disruptions in communities. The District Environment Officers, Community Development Officers and the Sub County Chiefs have been actively involved in the planning processes for this RAP and are committed to providing any form of support during the RAP implementation phase. This is in line with the national policies and guidelines of the Government of Uganda and is done to ensure equitable compensation and minimize social disruptions or negative effects on people’s livelihoods arising from infrastructure projects.

Local Councils are responsible for local policy matters, economic development, resolving local conflicts and providing orderly leadership and democratic practices at the grass roots level in their respective areas. The system has facilitated mass participation in government affairs and awakened the rural population to their rights of citizenship and obligations particularly regarding involvement in development programs and projects. In the project- affected area LC1s and LC3s are very active and directly interact with the affected population. These councils will thus be helpful during identification of rightful property owners and resolving compensation grievances.

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12.3 Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development The Chief Government Valuer in the Valuation Division in the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development is responsible for approving the Valuation Roll. This demands fair and transparent compensation and as such all property valued are first inspected by the Chief Government Valuer. Chief Government Valuer’s office is also involved in resolving public complaints especially when it is involved in reviewing the valuation methodology to check for fair compensation amongst others.

12.4 Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD), is the lead agency responsible for the management and development of the energy sector through coordinated national policy formulation and monitoring. The ERTIII project is housed in the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development under the Project Coordination Unit (PCU), who are responsible for planning, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of project activities in consultation with other implementing agencies, while closely relating with the World Bank.

The Executive Director of the Rural Electrification Agency is responsible for ERTIII project implementation in the Agency, while project activities are coordinated by the ERT Coordinating Unit under the Project Development and Management Department.

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13. IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE

13.1 Proposed Time Schedule The Resettlement Action Plan implementation period is expected to run for 15 months and a schedule is presented in Table 22

Table 22: Proposed RAP Implementation Schedule

Ince 1 2 4 5 7 9 10 11 ptio n RAP 1. Notifi catio 2. Contin of nuou 3. Discls osur 4. Com pens 5. Notic e to vaca 6. Grie vanc 7. Rep ortin 8. Quar X 9. Quarterly X terly 1 QuarGrie X 0. terly 1 Quar X 1. terly 1 Mont X X X X X X X X 2. hly moni 1 Com X X X 3. pens 1 RAPation 4. Com 13.2 Expected Outputs

Key outputs shall include the following:

a) Grievance Resolution Report: Highlighting what grievance systems have been put in place and how grievances have been managed including lessons learnt and best practices.

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b) Legal reports and documentation: including number of legal issues resolved and identification of gaps in policy and legal framework that have to be addressed in the future. c) Compensation management report: highlighting the challenges and opportunities in implementing the resettlement action plan, issues of eligibility and documentation of new PAPs for approval to the CGV.

14. MONITORING AND EVALUATION FRAMEWORK

The purpose of monitoring and evaluation for this RAP will be to report about the effectiveness of the implementation of the RAP, covering disbursement of compensation and effectiveness of public involvement, amongst others. Monitoring will also entail evaluation of effectiveness of the grievance management process. The monitoring Framework proposed in this RAP includes a review of financial disbursements, compensation complaints and grievance redress, adherence to compensation payment schedule, support of vulnerable PAPs.

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) mechanism provides a basis to assess overall success and effectiveness of various resettlement processes and measures. This mechanism is based on two components: a) Internal monitoring – undertaken by the Implementation Unit b) External evaluations –by development partners, community development officers and/or environmental focal persons at district level and other national stakeholders.

14.1 Internal monitoring process The specific objectives and tasks of the internal monitoring process include: a.) identification of suitable indicators; b.) Measurement of indicators at appropriate intervals; c.) creation of a mechanism to analyse M&E data against a pre- resettlement baseline; and d.) Setting up a system to regularly respond to M&E findings by adapting existing measures or by modifying implementation processes. This monitoring process will be used to analyse progress and change at regular intervals. It shall be linked to the various stages of the RAP, as follows:-

14.2 During Construction During resettlement, M&E should focus on resettlement issues such as: . Number of families that have been compensated; . Efficiency and effectiveness of grievance redress mechanism.

14.3 After Construction Post construction monitoring should focus on rehabilitation issues and status on each of the measures should be assessed, for example efficiency and effectiveness of grievance redress mechanism.

14.4 Key Activities and Responsibilities i) Set up a system: The RAP implementation team will provide a monitoring form to be completed monthly by the M&E Officer at each sub- county. The forms will cover aspects in Section above. The information

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collected will be entered in an existing database at REA for further analysis and compilation into quarterly reports.

ii) Ongoing Monitoring: The M&E Officer for each location will be in- charge of regular monitoring of the implementation process. This will involve: a) Feedback and inputs from the Implementation Officers. b) Reviewing of the resettlement database. c) Receiving reports from SSDO and of the grievance database. d) Receiving information from local representatives. e) Direct consultation with the PAP at each location. iii) Monthly reports: Consolidated monthly reports with key findings from the on-going monitoring should be submitted to the implementation team and discussed every month and action points determined. This monthly progress review should aim to ensure that important issues are immediately rectified. iv) Vulnerability assessment: It is essential that vulnerability is closely monitored in order to provide timely support to susceptible households. A vulnerability assessment shall occur as part of quarterly auditing of all households, and those households that are most vulnerable shall be prioritized for monthly auditing and targeted assistance. Key activities are: a) Develop a set of criteria to identify vulnerable households b) Every three months visit vulnerable households to assess key needs/ issues. c) Develop a plan to address these issues in conjunction with the members of the household.

14.5 External Evaluation Process In addition to the internal monitoring process, external assessment of the resettlement process should be undertaken through an external evaluation consultant appointed by REA. The external evaluation process will be informed by internal monitoring reports prepared by REA, and also through independent surveys and consultation conducted by the evaluation consultant. The evaluation system will be based on process and outcome indicators.

14.6 Process Indicators Process indicators measure effectiveness of processes (consultation, grievance) and inputs like people, equipment and materials and identify areas where improvements to existing processes are required. These may include the following: a) Transparency of the implementation process. b) Adequacy of staff and capacity of the implementation agencies. c) Compliance of the resettlement process with Ugandan law and World Bank standards. d) Effectiveness of the Grievance Process. e) Adequacy and effectiveness of public involvement. f) Effectiveness of the internal monitoring mechanism.

14.7 Outcome Indicators Outcome indicators will assess effectiveness of the resettlement and changes that have occurred to the communities’ standard of living. Key indicators are outlined in Table 23.

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Table 23: Monitoring indicators Category Indicator Fund Number of PAPs paid disbursement Amount of money disbursed Number of PAPs not paid in prescribed time (respective quarter) Reasons for not paying PAPs who are due for payment Projected disbursements in the next quarter Public Number of community level meetings involvement Participation rates of local leaders and community in resettlement process disaggregated by gender Lists of PAPs suggestions highlighting those that have been adopted Feedback on the performance of RAP implementation Grievance Number of grievances received management Number of grievances resolved at each stage of the project Number of complaints reported to other government oversight bodies and outcomes including how the grievance were resolved Number of grievances refereed to Uganda Courts of Law Number of outstanding grievances and reasons for not resolving them

14.8 Stakeholders and Activities in External Evaluation REA will liaise with relevant stakeholders at district level and the World Bank to undertake external evaluation of resettlement mid-term and at end of resettlement. These evaluations will focus on reviewing the process to-date and making necessary recommendations for modification to existing rehabilitation measures and other processes (e.g. grievance). This will allow modifications to the process and design packages that would help improve the effectiveness of REA in implementing the RAP. Considering that socio-economic baseline information is included in this report, a socio-economic survey during the external evaluation is necessary in order to assess the impact of the project.

14.9 RAP completion Report During RAP implementation the Implementation Unit will produce quarterly progress reports. After completion of construction, a final report will be produced prior to preparation of the project implementation report. The report shall indicate effectiveness of project implementation and disbursement of compensation payments, effectiveness of public consultations and socio-economic impacts of the project. This report will give overall assessment of the RAP process indicating activities undertaken, success of mitigation measures and monitoring and well as useful lessons learnt.

15. COSTS AND BUDGET

The costs for implementation of this RAP are as well as the compensation packages are presented in the Table 24.

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Table 24: Proposed RAP Implementation Budget

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Budget Components UGX 383,325,500 Compensation 15% Disturbance allowance 57,498,825 Sub total 440,824,325

RAP Implementation (20% of compensation 76,665,100 costs) Grand Total 517,489,425

Funds for implementing the resettlement action plan will be provided by the Government of Uganda through the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development MoFPED. REA will engage consultants to prepare RAPs. The implementation costs will cater for stakeholder consultations and grievance redress mechanism and RAP monitoring.

93 APPENDIX 1: LIST OF VULNERABLE PEOPLE PER VILLAGE IN MBARARA AND KIRUHURA DISTRICTS S/N Sub Comment District County Parish Village Affected_Person Age Sex 1. Femal Widow/La Kiruhura Rubaya Itara Ekirehe II Namatovu Rose 72 e me 2. Rwanyangw Rwakikyene Elderly Kiruhura Kashongi e Rwebimunyu Yonasani 71 Male 3. Elderly Kiruhura Kashongi Byanamira Byanamira I Ruchuchu Wilson 72 Male 4. Elderly Kiruhura Kashongi Byanamira EKIkagate II Karitsigarira Jerick 85 Male 5. Elderly Kiruhura Kashongi Byanamira Kenshunga Bwebare Wilson 77 Male 6. Elderly Kiruhura Kashongi Nyabisirira Omukabare I Kyatuka Yoas 79 Male 7. Elderly Kiruhura Kashongi Rwenjubu Kyenshama I Muhirwoha William 79 Male 8. Kakwenzire Elderly Kiruhura Kashongi Kashongi Minzi II Anatooli 72 Male 9. Rwenshebashe Elderly Kiruhura Kashongi Rwenjubu ba Kapa George 81 Male 10 Elderly . Kiruhura Kasongi Kashongi Kashongi II Kataanansi Fred 70 Male 11 Elderly . Kiruhura Kitura Bweza Rwobuhura III Katakanya Godfrey 72 Male 12 Elderly . Kiruhura Kitura Bweza Rwobuhura III Rubeinika Fred 73 Male 13 Elderly . Kiruhura Kitura Mooya Rwamasasi I Kajari Silvester 75 Male 14 Elderly/Wi . Femal dow Kiruhura Kitura Rwemamba Rwemamba I Katunguru Sidona 72 e 15 Elderly . Kiruhura Rubaya Bunenero Ruyonza Kasiisi Tarasisiyo 68 Male 16 Widower . Kiruhura Kashongi Byanamira EKIkagate II Karitsigarira Njerick 85 Male 17 Widower . Kiruhura Kashongi Byanamira Kenshunga Bwebare Wilson 77 Male 18 Elderly, . Femal Widowed Kiruhura Kashongi Kabushwere Kabushwere II Patricia 73 e and Sickly 19 Widow . Rwanyangw Femal Kiruhura Kashongi e Kamuzinzi Kyomugisha Joviah 61 e 20 Widow . Femal Kiruhura Kashongi Rwenjubu Mushunga I Ndegyeya Zeuria 70 e 21 Widow . Femal Kiruhura Kitura Bweza Rwobuhura I Kandude Goodla 60 e 22 Widow . Femal Kiruhura Kitura Kitura Kitura I Kaceremete Violet 81 e 23 Widow . Femal Kiruhura Kitura Rwemamba Rwemamba I Katunguru Sidona 72 e 24 Elderly . Mbarara Kakiika Kakoma Nyakabungo Ssenoga Amdan 70 Male 25 Elderly . Mbarara Rubaya Bunenero Ruyonza Tuwangye Sipiriano 81 Male 26 Widow . Femal Mbarara Kashere Nchune B Nchune B Kantengwa Regina 70 e 27 Widow . Femal Mbarara Kashare Nchune Nchune B Tubaterwa Mary 72 e 28 Widow . Femal Mbarara Rubaya Bunenero Ruyonza Mpirirwe Kellen 80 e APPENDIX 2: SUMMARY OF COMPENSATION ASSESSMENTS PER VILLAGE IN MBARARA AND KIRUHURA DISTRICTS

Ass. Name of Village Number of Value of Total No Affected crops/Trees Compensation Persons Award

MBARARA DISTRICT 1 Ruhumba Trading Centre 3 607,000 607,000 2 Nchune A Cell 15 3,348,000 3,348,000 3 Nchune B Cell 15 5,968,000 5,968,000 4 Nchune III Cell 13 4,597,000 4,597,000 5 Akangyeya II Cell 7 4,585,500 4,585,500 KIRUHURA DISTRICT 6 Nyabubare Village 11 5,963,000 5,963,000 7 Ntarama I Village 15 5,207,500 5,207,500 8 Kashongi Central 11 2,674,000 2,674,000 9 Miizi II Cell 2 2,115,000 2,115,000 10 Ntarama Mukika Cell 3 377,000 377,000 11 Mooya I Cell 4 290,000 290,000 12 Rwamasasi II Cell 4 1,098,000 1,098,000 13 Rwamasasi I Cell 5 1,778,000 1,778,000 14 Rwamasasi III Cell 4 1,670,000 1,670,000 15 Mooya II Cell 12 1,328,000 1,328,000 16 Kitura I Cell 97 10,491,500 10,491,500 17 Kitura II Cell 13 4,564,000 4,564,000 18 Kitura Central Cell 21 2,948,000 2,948,000 19 Nyaburunga I Cell 25 6,915,000 6,915,000 20 Kyamarebe I Cell 31 8,700,000 8,700,000 21 Rwemamba I Cell 40 8,511,000 8,511,000 22 Rwemamba III Cell 44 15,910,000 15,910,000 23 Bihembe III Cell 7 4,194,000 4,194,000 24 Rwakahaya I Cell 33 4,986,000 4,986,000 25 Rwakahaya II Cell 2 130,000 130,000 26 Kirega Cell 2 162,000 162,000 27 Rwobuhura II Cell 31 9,109,000 9,109,000 28 Rwobuhura III Cell 18 4,161,000 4,161,000 29 Rwobuhura I Cell 65 8,664,000 8,664,000 30 Kashongi II Cell 32 9,544,000 9,544,000 31 Akatenga 8 1,510,000 1,510,000 32 Kitabo Central 26 5,931,000 5,931,000 33 Kitabo IV 8 2,778,000 2,778,000 34 Kitabo V 1 15,000 15,000 35 Kitabo I 5 656,000 656,000 36 Kisha II 19 4,702,500 4,702,500 37 Kisha I 10 1,150,000 1,150,000 38 Kabushwere III 38 6,843,000 6,843,000 39 Kabushwere II 38 4,637,000 4,637,000 40 Kabushwere I 11 5,437,000 5,437,000 41 Kyenshama III 16 9,039,000 9,039,000 42 Mushabwa 1 1,510,000 1,510,000 43 Mushunga I 1 2,245,000 2,245,000 44 Rwenjubu Central 2 2,062,000 2,062,000 45 Rwenshebasheba III 4 3,720,000 3,720,000 46 Kyenshama I 3 12,870,000 12,870,000 MBARARA DISTRICT 47 Kyenshama T/C 9 130,000 130,000 48 Mukabare I 18 3,071,000 3,071,000 49 Omukabaale II 1 530,000 530,000 50 Akabale 15 2,949,000 2,949,000 51 Kashare I 2 1,090,000 1,090,000 52 Mutonto 16 14,131,000 14,131,000 53 Mutonto T/C 7 400,000 400,000 54 Misheyi 29 11,376,000 11,376,000 55 Itara 2 4,860,000 4,860,000 56 Ekirehe II 59 15,658,000 15,304,000 57 Ekyera III 22 9,058,000 9,058,000 58 Rwansinga 9 3,857,000 3,857,000 59 Rubaya 6 3,505,000 3,505,000 60 Kabwera 2 503,000 503,000 61 Bunenero 22 6,996,000 6,996,000 62 Ruyonza 70 21,264,000 21,264,000 63 Kakoma 5 10,139,000 10,139,000 64 Kyarwabuganda 1 470,000 470,000 65 Nyakiziba 15 5,756,000 5,756,000 66 Nyakabungo 4 550,000 550,000 KIRUHURA DISTRICT 67 Kacwangoobe Cell 28 4,842,000 4,842,000 68 Byanamira II Cell 1 2,992,000 2,992,000 69 Byanamira I Cell 27 2,536,000 2,536,000 70 Ekikagate I Cell 29 8,297,000 8,297,000 71 Ekikagate II Cell 14 2,805,000 2,805,000 72 Kenshunga Cell 12 3,179,000 3,179,000 73 Kamuzinzi Village 12 4,741,000 4,741,000 74 Rwebimunyu Village 14 5,812,000 5,812,000 75 Rwanyangwe II Village 17 5,837,000 5,837,000 76 Ekishunju Cell 3 622,000 622,000 77 Kiruruma Cell 6 5,403,000 5,403,000 78 Kyeataagi Cell 29 8,360,000 8,360,000 79 Kenshunga Cell 14 4,905,500 4,905,500 Totals 1296 383,325,500 383,325,500 APPENDIX 3: INDIVIDUAL CENSUS QUESTIONNAIRE FOR THE RESETTLEMENT ACTION PLAN

Reference Number………………….…..GPS Location……………………….Names of Enumerator…………….. …...... Date…/…/ 2017 Chainage ………………………………..

Section 1: Location and Demographic Information 1) District 2) Sub-County/Division 3) Parish/Ward 4) Village / LC I 5) Telephone Contact

6) Name of Project 7) Age 8) Sex 9) Marital 10) Highest 11 12) 13) 14) Next of Kin Affected Person [Years] 1=Male Status level of ) Relationship Ethnicity/Tribe [Friend] Contact [M] Education R with Head of Person in Case of 1= Married eli H/H Absence? [Give 2=Female 2=Single 1= Primary gi Name & Contact [F] 3= Divorced 2=Secondary on 1=Household Details] 4=Widower 3= Tertiary /F Head 5=Widow 4=University ait 2=Husband 1=Husband 2= 5=Illiterate h 3= Wife Wife 6= Other 4=Son 3=Son 4= [Specify] 1= 5= Daughter Daughter 5=Brother R 6=Brother 6=Sister o 7=Sister 7=Relative [Specify] m 8=Relative 8=Other (Specify) an [Specify] C 9=Other Contact: at (Specify) ho lic 2= A ng lic an 3= Pe nt ec os tal 4= Isl a m 5= Ot he r [S pe cif y]

Section 1:Continued [Access to Education] 15) 16) No of Own 17) No of Non- 18) How 19) How 22) How many are at University? How Biological/Adopted Children in Biological many many are in Many the House. Children in the Children are Primary Peopl House going to level? e live school? in the House Hold [H/H]? Male Female Male Femal Male Mal Female Boys Girls Boy G Male Femal Male Female e e s i e r l s Section 1: Continued Disability & Vulnerability 23) 24) Can 25) Can 26) What is your Occupation? No of Type the Can the Perso of Enum the Enum ns Disabi erator Enum erator with lity descr erator establ disabil Identif ibe in establ ish ity in ied detail, ish if and the the the descr H/H kind perso ibe in of n is detail Disab Vulne the ility rable statu that ? If s of the yes the Perso How? perso n has. n consi dered to be Vulne rable. Male Femal 1=Not e 1=Cri Vulner ppled[ able Lame] 2= 2= Old Blind and 3=De Sickly af 3=Wid 4= ow/wi Slow dower Growt 4=Po h or 5= 5=Oth Child er heade [Speci d fy House hold 6=Ha ndica pped 7= Indige nous 8=Oth er [Speci fy

Section 2: Health, Transport & Water Sources 27) What is the most 28) Where do 29) What is 30) What type of 31) Which of 32) What is your 33) What is the common disease in you get distance to transport do you these do you source of domestic distance to your your H/H? treatment from? Nearest Health use most? have in your water? preferred water Centre/Unit? household? source? 1=Malaria 1=Hospital/Heat 1= 0 – 1km 1=Walking 1= Bicycle 1=Protected Well 1=0 – 1km 2= Diarrhea h IV 2= 1km – 2km 2= Boda Boda 2=Motorcycle 2= Borehole 2= 1km – 2km 3= Coughs/RTI 2= Health Centre 3= 2km – 3km 3=Bicycle 3=Car 3= River/swamp 3= 2km – 3km 4=Worms III 4=3km – 4km 4=Commuter 4= TV 4=Un protected Well 4=3km – 4km 5=HIV/AIDS 3= Health Centre 5= Over 4 km Taxi [Kamunye] 5=Radio 5=Piped water at 5= Over 4 km 6= Hernia II 5=Coaster 6= Mobile Phone Home 7= Others[Specify] 4=Clinic 6= Bus 7=Pit latrine 6=Piped water 5= Traditional 7=Institutional 8= Flash Toilet\8 elsewhere Healer/Herbalist Vehicle 9=Private Water 7= Rain water 6=Self treatment 8=Personal Vehicle source 8= Others[Specify] 7= 10=Public Water Others[Specify] source

Section 3: Land Ownership Status & Housing Typology 34) What is your 35) How 36) Do you 37) How do 38) For how 39) Is there 40) What is 41) How 42) How many status in relation did you possess any you hold this long have you any land would you Bedrooms are to the Land acquire land Title or land?[For been on this encumbranc Tenure describe our in your house? ownership? this land? agreement for Landlords’] affected plot? es on this system housing ownership or land like; here? typology? 1= One. 1= Owner 1= Bought tenancy? 1= In 1= Since 2= Two 2= Licensee 2= Renting possession of birth. 1= Yes, 1=Mailo 1=Permanent 3=Three 3= Tenant 3= 1= Land Title title. 2= 0-10 years Claim by: 2=Communal 2=Semi- 4=Four 4= Co-owner Inherited 2=Agreement 2= Inherited 3=10-20 Family 3=Freehold Permanent 5=Five 5= Co-Tenant 4= Given 3=Tenancy but no title. years 4=Leasehold 3=Temporary 6=Over 5- 6= as a gift. 4= No 3=Tenant on 4=20-30 Members. 5=Kibanja [Specify No] Others[Specify] 5= Just titled land. years 2= Yes, 6=Other[Speci settled 4= On public 5= Over 30 mortgage/lo fy] 6= land years an. Others[Sp (customary) 3= No, all ecify] 5= documents Others[Specif available y] 4= No, and no documentati on available 5= I don’t know 6= Others[Spec ify]

Section 3: Continued 43) What type 44) What type 45) What type 46) What type 47) What is 48) Which 49) How 50) What is 51) How of of of of the Utility Services long have the function of Dependent is Construction Construction Construction Construction Classification do you have in you owned your house? your H/H on Material was Material was Material was Material was of the Affected your house? the house? the used for the used for the used for the used for the Structure, 1=Residential Vegetation & Roof? House Wall? Floor? Perimeter Land or House 1= Electricity 1= 1-5 2= Surroundings Wall [If any]? within the [Hydro] years Commercial ? 1= Clay 1= Cement power 2= Water 2= 6 – 3= Rent 1= Iron Bricks 2= Floor Tiles 1= Chain Link Corridor?[If [NWSC] 10years 4=Livestock A= Fishing Sheets 2=Mud Bricks 3= Timber 2= Barbed Any] 3= Solar 3= 11 – 15 5=Residential B=Firewood 2= Clay tiles 3=Mud and 4= Mud wire Energy years /commercial C=Medicines/ 3= Max Pan Wattle 5=Stone 3=Bricks( Mud 1= The Main 4= Optic Fibre 4=16 – 20 6=Other herbs Tiles 4= Timber 6=Others ) House Cable years [Specify] D= Hunting 4= Grass 5= Cement [Specify] 4=Clay Bricks 2=Servant’s 5= Telephone 5=Over 20 E= Gathering Thatched Bricks 5= Cement Quarter Lines years F= Other 5=Asbestos 6=Others[Spe Brick 3=Outside 6= Others [Specify] 6= Others cify] 6= Timber kitchen [Specify] [Specify] 7= Natural 4=Toilet 1= Dependent Hedge 5=Bathroom 2=Very 8= 6=Store Dependent Others[Specif 7=Others 3=Not y] [Specify] Dependent

Section 4: Wage Based & Enterprise Livelihood Section 5: Agriculture & Animal Husbandry 52) What is 53) If 54) If 55) What is 56) How long 57) If 58) What 59) What Cash crops do you the main Employed, engaged in the Primary has this engaged in Food crops do have on your land? Source of what type of Business, type of business farming, what you have on income of the employment? how would Business? been in are the types your land? Household: you describe existence? of crops [ Rank in it? grown by this Order House hold? Below ] 1=Teacher/Le 1=Individual 1= Wholesale 1=Less than 3 1=Seasonal 1=Banana 1=Coffee 1= Husbands cturer Business shop Months Crops 2= Potatoes 2= Tea Salary 2= 2= Family 2= Retail 2= 6 – 12 2= Perennial sweet 3= Sugarcane 2=Wife’s Hospitality/To Business shop Months Crops 3= Cassava 4=Vanilla Salary urism 3= 3=Butchery 3=1 – 3 Years 4=Maize 5=Horticulture 3= Business 3= Partnership 4=Cattle trade 4=3 – 6 Years 5=Irish 6= Pine trees on land Doctor/Nurse/ with Others 5=Tailoring 5=6 – 9 Years Potatoes 7= Eucalyptus tree 4= Business Health 4=Limited shop 6=Over 10 6=Yams 8=Fruits located Worker[Medic Company 6=Rental Years 7= Beans 9= Others[Specify] elsewhere al Industry] 5=Other houses [Specify 8=Ground 5= Rent 4=Central & [Specify] 7=Vendor Period] nuts collected from Local 8=Hawking 9=Vegetables affected land 9= Industry 10= 6= Rent Government 10= Others[Specif collected from 5=Telecom & Agricultural y] elsewhere Banking produce 7= 6= Utilities 11=Hotel Agricultural [Water & 12= School activity on Electricity] 13= Health affected land 7=Profession facility 8= al & 14 = [Specify Agricultural Consulting Period] activity on 8=Manufacturi land ng Industry elsewhere 9= 9= Transfer Others[Specif income y] (Pension/han douts) 10= Other specify

Section 6: Income of Affected Household 60) What are the 61) What other 62 63) If you 64) Activity Amount in No. Of Total Per types of Animals & activities that ) buy , what is No UG [Shs]per Months Year Birds Kept by this generate income for W the method of Month H/H? State No. Of this household? he purchasing Each re the food do /goods es the fa mil y get the foo d su ppl ies fro m? 1= Cows 1=No other 1= 1=Cash 1. Farming ----- 2= Wholesale shop Lo Payment 2= Goats 3= Retail shop cal 2=Exchange 2. Paid ----- 4=Butchery Ma for Labour Employment 3= Sheep 5=Cattle trade rke 3=Credit to 3. Business --- 6=Tailoring shop t pay at end 4. Livestock trade 4= Pigs --- 7=Rental houses 2= of the Month 5. Rentals 5= Chicken --- 8=Vendor Su 6= Ducks 9=Hawking pe 6. Professional / --- 10= Industry rm Consulting 7= Turkeys 11= Agricultural ark 7. Fishing --- produce et 8. Other 8= Other [Specify] 12=Hotel/Eating 3= --- place Ne 13= School ar 14= Health facility by 15 = Other [Specify] sh op 4= O wn Ga rd en 5= Ga the rs fro m

Na tur e 6= Co lle cts fro m Vill ag e ho me Totals Section 7: Expenditure of Affected Household 65) What would you 66) Is any of your sources 67) Item Amount in UG[Shs] Per No. of Total estimate to be the total of income likely to be No Month Mont income for this HH (per affected by the proposed hs month) power corridor? If Yes, state which. 1. House 1=0-100,000/= 1=Yes Hold[Food, Salt, 2=100,000– 300,000/= 2= No Soap etc] 3=300,000 –500,000/= 2. Water [Piped] 4=500,000 –800,000/= 3. Energy 5=800,000 –1,500,000/= [Electricity, Gas, 6=Over 2,000,000/= Charcoal] 4. Transport [Including Fuel] 5. Education [Tuition Fees] 6. Communication 7. Clothing 8. Entertainment 9. Medical Totals

Section 8: Resettlement &Relocation Options of Affected Household 68) Would you 69) If you have to move, how much time do you 7 prefer cash need? 0 During sensitization you were compensation ) informed of the different packages of or relocation to resettlement assistance that can be another place? D availed to you. Which are as follows: o  Relocation to another place on a y land for land basis o  Cash compensation and you u relocate yourself including transportation costs h a v e

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A c c o u n t ? 1) Cash 1= Immediately 1 Compe 2= 3 months = nsation 3=6 months Y 2) 4= Will not move [State Reason] e Relocati s on 2 3) I don’t = know N o 71) Do you anticipate any impacts 72) What are 73) Suggest any mitigation measures for the related to the project? the anticipated identified impacts 1= Yes impacts about 2= No theproject? 1= Fear of loss of households land 2=Displaceme nt 3=Destruction of burial ground 4=Loss of source of income 5= Lack of information about the project 6= Inadequate compensation 7= Does not perceive any project benefit 8= Influx of migrant workers 9= Threat to local morals 1o= Increase work load 11= Other (specify) …. Signature of Respondent………………………………………… (Optional) Signature of Interviewer…………………………………………..

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INSTITUTIONAL CENSUS QUESTIONNAIRE FOR THE RESETTLEMENT ACTION PLAN (RAP) FOR THEPROPOSED 33kV GRID-EXTENSIONS AND ASSOCIATED LV RETICULATIONS FOR FAST TRACK LOT 2 – RUHUMBA – KASHWA WITH TEE- OFF TO RWEBUSHURI PROJECT Reference Number………………….…..GIS Location…………………….Names of Enumerator………...... Date…/…/ 2017

DISTRICT:………………………………………...SUB COUNTY / DIVISION………...... PARISH/WARD…………………………..…… VILLAGE / ZONE… Section 1: Type of Institution 1) Name of Institution & 2) In Which category What is the 3) When is this 4) Does the 5). How long has Address/Contact Details. of does the number of Social or asset your Institution institution to be People Cultural Asset generate served in impacted by the road involved in used? money for Uganda? project fall? the use of the the impacted community? facility? If so how much per year? 1= Roman Catholic 1=Less than 10 1= Daily 1=Yes 1 = In the last 1 Church 2=10 - 50 2= Weekly 2 = No year 2=Anglican Church 3 = 50 – 100 3=Bi Weekly 2= 2 - 5 years 3=Pentecostal Church 4 =100 – 300 4=Monthly 3 = 5 – 10 years 4=Other Christian 5 = 300 – 600 5=Quarterly 4 =10 – 15 years Church 6= Over 600 6=Yearly 5 = 15 – 20 years 5= Mosque 7=Seasonally 6= 20 -30 years 6=Shrine 8= Other 7 = Over 30 Years 7=School [Specify] 8=Health Facility 9=Social Facility 10=Water source 11= Other [Specify]

Section 2: Information on Community Based Organizations’ [CBO’s] & Relocation 6) What is the most 7) List the CBOs that are 8) Of these, 9) Would you prefer 10) If you have to common Crime in the active in this impacted zone which target the Cash Compensation move, how much Local Community? for this village. poor and or Actual Relocation time would you vulnerable in the by Developer? need? Community? 1= Theft 1= Cash 1= Immediately 2=Prostitution 1. Compensation 2= 3 months 3=Drugs 2= Relocation by 3=6 months 4=Domestic violence developer 4= Will not move 5= Child labour 2. 3=Either will do [State Reason] 6=Homicide 4=Other method 7=Idleness 3. (specify) 8= Other specify) …….. ……………………… ………

………………………… ……… of the community as regards the line. APPENDIX 4: MINUTES OF SENSITIZATIONMEETINGS The facilitator informed members that REA will only compensate for the trees and plants that have a maturity period above 6months such as coffee, Bananas plantations and cassava among others not the land. It was further emphasised that there would be a team of surveyors Present that would come to mark the power line corridor and crops and Mr, Milton Byarugaba -LC1 property there in will be valued. The community was informed that Chairman a 15% disturbance will be added on to the total value of property. Dorothy Katwesigye They were informed that the acceptable identification documents Olivia Namutosi -REA would either be national I.Ds, driving permits or passports for Facilitators those who had them. Where there has been change of ownership since the previous study the new owners would be captured. The facilitators informed the community that the project is being revamped but the line will not change much from the earlier surveyed line. Min05/Nov/17: Reactions/Responses

A member inquired whether The community was informed that previous forms would be new forms were to be filled or maintained with updates in cases of any changes and that new the previous ones would be forms would only be given to new occupants. Tom Muwanga considered? Immaculate Mukite -Min If my home is distant from the He was informed that this team was there to specifically conduct a secretary electricity route, will I get poles RAP involving sensitisation, surveying, affected property valuation Catherine Manake -Min free of charge? and a social economic survey. He was advised that that it was Secretary only from the final drawings that the construction team would be able to determine the distance of his house from the electricity Agenda route. This would be done at the construction stage. Prayer Will REA destroy houses They were informed that it is REA’s policy not to destroy Remarks from community situated under the electric line? structures along the route. All measures are taken during design leaders to avoid passing the line above any existing buildings. Hence the Introduction of facilitators need for an update of the previous RAP. It would only be in a very Purpose of meeting rare circumstance that this would happen. For this particular Questions/answers project no houses of other building would be destroyed. Closure Do we pay for the wiring or is They were notified that they had to meet the cost of wiring Minute Discussion REA going to do it for us? although this could be done in phases to reduce the burden of the Min01/Nov/2017: Prayer The meeting opened with a prayer conducted bycost. a volunteer Residents were advised to wire rooms they felt were a among the community members. priority and then gradually they would extend to the rest of the house as and when the means were available. They were also Min02/Nov/2017: Remarks by The chairman welcomed the team from REA togetheradvised with to desistthe from illegal wiremen. They were told to instead LC1 Chairman residents of the area. He requested the facilitatorslook to forintroduce qualified wiremen with ERA registration. themselves and informDuring members assessment about the you project. said It is important that everyone is available at the time of the Min03/Nov/2017: Introductions This activity was youled by count madam together Namutosi with Olivia the whoassessment requested or recommend a representative in cases of the team to introduceowner themselves. of the property/land. unavailability. But also an assessment form will be given to you Min04/Nov/2017: Purpose of The community wasWhat informed if am not that available the Electrification at the after project counting that to confirm and verify if what was assessed tallies the meeting had been launchedtime three of years the assessment. ago stalled because How with government what is on the form. At that point you should be able to raise did not have fundssure but will now I be the I thatfunds you have counted been secured.your concern She if not satisfied with what was assessed and the reported that teamproperly? was here to identify any changesvaluer in will places carry out a fresh assessment in your presence. where the lines Whatwould had previously happen been if marked after suchAccording as newto the compensation guidelines, property (crops and developments on valuingthe land, my change property of andownership a cut- andtrees) the isopinion assessed according to the present value set by the

113 off date was set, the project District Land Boards annually. implementation delayed and Minute Discussion the property appreciated in Min01/Nov/2017: Prayer The opening prayer to grace the meeting was said by the value? Would I have the right to chairman who thanked God for the electricity project. reject the previous rates? Min02/Nov/2017: Remarks from The chairman welcomed the team of facilitators and members of Min06/Nov/2017: Closure The meeting was communityclosed with leaders remarks from the representativethe community. of He reported to the facilitators that it was a market the member of parliament who appreciated the day facilitators in the area for hence the low turn up. He thus encouraged those sensitizing the community and time keeping andpresent requested to be attentive so as to inform the absent. present community members to spread the informationHe tohighlighted the rest. to the members that the project was for their benefit since the owned shops, hospitals, schools, churches, MINUTES OF THE police headquarters and the trading centre which all needed SENSITISATION MEETING electricity for development. He then called upon the representative HELD AT KASHONGI of the MP to greet the people. CENTRAL –KIRUHURA The MP representative thanked all for coming especially the team DISTRICT ON 22/11/2017. contracted by REA and informed that the community leaders Present mobilised the people as soon as they were informed about the Mr, Kabaki meeting and requested them to introduce themselves. -LC1 Min03/Nov/2017: Introductions Madam Namutosi Olivia introduced herself and requested the rest Chairman of the team to introduce themselves. Representati Min04/Nov/2017: Purpose of Ms. Olivia Namutosi appreciated all for coming and informed ve of the visit members that she was a sociologist on the team and her duty was Member of to sensitise the community about the electrification project that Parliament was launched a few years ago. REA She told members that the surveyors would trace the electricity Facilitators line and mark with ribbons the power corridor. She furthers Members of reported that the valuers would value property within 10 metres community from the marked point where the electricity poll would be planted. List The team would also take note of any changes on the land Appended including; change of ownership and developments on the land. She informed members that REA does not compensate for the Agenda land because such land is not acquired but remains property of 1. Praye the owner, compensation only covers improvements on the land r like trees, structures, plantations that have a life span of 6 months and above. The amount paid would be determined by the valuers using District rates adding that a 15% of the total value would be added to an individual to cater for disturbances caused.

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What can I do in case I had The facilitators explained that speculative developments are not wanted to build a house in the capture therefore no value can be attached to the same. Only place demarcated for the property in a location at a given time would be considered. In electricity line? addition she explained that since REA does not purchase land, line designs are restricted to the boundaries of plots and along the road reserves to avoid devaluing PAPs’ land. Who is funding the project, is it The government has secured fundsfor this project from the World the government or the agency? Bank. Rural Electrification Agency (REA) is a government agency under the ministry of energy mandated to extend power to rural areas.

114 Can I set a price for my trees? The amount of money toPresent be compensated will be determined using respective district ratesMr, provided Milton by District Land Boards; valuers will update this informationByarugaba and forward the report to the Chief Government Valuer (CGV) who-LC1 is mandated to validate and approve the information providedChairman prior to compensation. How are those far from the The PAP was advised that Dorothythat it was only from the final drawings electricity lines going to benefit that the construction teamKatwesigye would be able to determine the from the project? distance of his house fromOlivia the electricity route. However REA is constantly sourcing for fundingNamutosi to electrify the whole country so those who may not benefit -REAfrom the current project would probably do so from subsequent ones.Facilitators What is going to be done for They were informed thatTom it is REA’s policy not to destroy those whose buildings are structures along the route.Muwanga All measures are taken during design affected? to avoid passing the line aboveImmaculate any existing buildings. Hence the need for an update of the previousMukite-Min RAP. It would only be in a very rare circumstance that thissecretary would happen. For this particular project no houses of other buildingCatherine would be destroyed. Is there room for complaining or Usually assessment is doneManake in the presence of the owner and revaluation in case he has been local leader. When a PAP signs a-Min consent form it proves that they undervalued and to who do are in agreement with theSecretary proposed destruction to the property. they report? However incase of any complaint, the PAP can easily contact the Grievance redress CommitteeAgenda which will be set up just before project implementation. ThePrayer committee will be within the project area with representation fromRemarks the local leadership, PAPs, local opinion leadersand REA amongfrom others. If they fail to resolve the issue the PAP is free to seekcommunity redress in the courts of law. leaders What if you count my trees If extra trees are affected duringIntroduction the project implementation, report during assessment, but during the matter to the grievanceof management facilitators committee so that those implementation extra trees get trees are compensated forPurpose as well, the of valuer will have to come affected as well and yet you back and carry out a freshmeeting assessment of those trees for only compensated me for the compensation. If contractorsQuestions/a negligently cut down trees they will ones you counted? be ordered to pay for them nswersby REA. Closure

During assessment of property, For that case, the claimants will have to provide proof of that what if an individual was person’s death, the spouse would receive the compensation on assessed but time for behalf of the family. compensation this person is now deceased. Who is compensated? Min06/Nov/2017: Closure The chairman notified the team from REA of the various institutions which included; hospitals, schools and churches among others which should be favourably considered and given priority. He then closed the meeting with a word of prayer. MINUTES OF THE SENSITISATION MEETING HELD AT BYANAMIRA TRADING CENTER ON 22/11/2017.

115 Minute Discussion chairman and the surveyors. Min01/Nov/2017: Prayer The chairman askedMin07/Nov/17: a member fromReactions/Responses the community to lead the opening prayer before the facilitators would introduce themselves. Min02/Nov/2017: Remarks by The meeting openedI lost my with forms, remarks what from should the I chairmanThe team whoof valuers has come with copies of previous records, LC1 Chairman welcomed the teamdo? from REA and the community thereforemembers. they He will make reference to them. reported that he had mobilised the community and was glad that they responded. Do He theyalso toldpay members for all types of the ofcommunityYes; trees to pay like avocado, jackfruit, mango, hedges, eucalyptus attention and taketrees? note of any issues as they wouldamong be given others an will be compensated and prices will be determined opportunity to ask questions. using district rates. Only perennial crops are compensated. Min03/Nov/2017: Introductions The team from REA introduced themselves and theShrubs team andleader grass will not be valued therefore no compensation thanked the community members for keeping time. will be paid. Min04/Nov/2017: Purpose of The facilitator informedIf the the electricity community line that passes they cameThey concerning were informed that it is REA’s policy not to destroy the visit the line passing fromabove Ruhumba-Kashwa my house, will line. you She structuresassured them along the route. All measures are taken during design that REA would notcompensate change theme previousfor the house? route surveyedto avoid apassing few the line above any existing buildings. It would years ago but the team was on ground to establishonly and be capture in a very rare circumstance that this would happen. For any land use changes that could have occurred thissince particular the last project no lines will pass above houses of other study. She explained that the surveyors and valuersbuildings had come therefore to they will not be destroyed. update field informationAre you for the the purpose ones goingof project to implementationThe chairman will be notified of when the compensation process and compensationcompensate of affected persons.us or shall She we further go wouldexplained take that place. The community will be sensitized using surveyors would putto the ribbons district? at every affected pointcommunication and valuers media such as local radio stations and public would value the property which include; trees, coffeespeakers. plantations Payments would be done using Mobile Money or Airtel and other crops which take more than six months to Money.mature. The PAPs would therefore receive their compensation on She also informed that the amount of money to betheir compensated mobile phones. will be determinedIn by case the DistrictI am dissatisfied, rates noting where that pricesBefore vary implementation from of the RAP structures will be established at district to district. shallA 15% I get disturbance help? fee would be theadded village, for the sub county and district level to handle matters/ inconveniences caused. complaints from the project. Members were toldAlso that in in your case sensitization of change of you ownershipEvery tree due is to counted, whether small or big, whether on the stump death, inheritance,talked or sale about of suchcounting land ofcompensation trees. or not, would but bevalued according to the tree size, according to the directed to a nextDo of you kin onlyor current count theland old owner. trees Theydistrict were compensation also rates. requested to cooperateand leave with out the the sociologistsyoung ones who would ask personal questions.growing on the stump or you The meeting wascount informed everything? that new individuals affected by the process would beIf I availeddon’t have with a land forms title, to will fill I to Government capture their has several recognised land tenure system where information in the besystem. compensated? The community was assuredland holderthe team do not necessarily have land titles. Therefore as long was aware of the increase in value of trees and crops,as you due areto the the rightful owner of the property, you qualify to be three year time lag. That three years ago such treescompensated may have been young but nowMin08/Nov/2017: matured noting Closure that such informationThe meeting would was closed with a prayer said by the chairman. be updated on the forms and payment made accordingly. It was highlighted that members with land wrangles specifically that involving multiple claimantsMINUTES should have OF their issues THE settled because this would otherwiseSENSITISATION delay the exercise. MEETING Before compensation would be madeHELD to AT the NCHUNE rightful owner. TRADING Members were encouraged to availCENTER their identifications A & B RUHUMBA which ONincluded; National Ids, passports or driving23/11/2017. permit during the compensation process to avoid any inconveniences.Present Olivia The facilitators reported thatThe funds LC1 had beenNamutosi secured by the government and after this studyChairman it was expected-REA that government could embark on constructingDorothy the said power lines.Facilitators Members were requested to be present atKatwesigye their homes with theTom forms previously filled as the REA team moved around as wouldMuwanga be guided by the

116 Immaculate Chairman’s the money would be withheld and banked until such issues are Mukite remarks settled. They were also informed that they would be connected to Catherine Introduction YAKA which would be prepaid like airtime. Manake of Team Min05/Nov/17: Status of project The facilitators explained that these are studies conducted before -Min member such projects are implemented. Therefore once the RAP has been Secretary Purpose of implemented the project will commence. She mentioned that she Members of meeting could not precisely tell when the project would start but since the Questions/a government has indicated that funds had been secured, it is community nswers expected that the project could be implemented as soon as Agenda possible. Members were requested to present their old forms to Opening the survey team so they compare what was on the land then and Prayer what is on the land now. Min07/Nov/17: Reactions/Responses Minute Discussion Min01/Nov/2017: Prayer The meeting wasWill opened I be compensatedby a prayer byfor a my volunteerREA compensates among for what is on land not land its self. They were community members.farm with nothing in it? informed that trees and perennial crops are what is compensated. Min02/Nov/2017: Remarks by He welcomed the team from REA and in turn welcomedSeasonal residents crops are no considered because time is given after LC1 Chairman of the area. He then asked visiting facilitatorscompensation to introduce and it is believed that then such crops would have themselves. been harvested. Min03/Nov/2017: Introductions The sociologist Will introduced you connect the team electricity asking to The members project to will only bring the electricity as near as possible individually introduceour themselves.houses through the Low Voltage poles. The interested individual will bear Min04/Nov/2017: Purpose of The facilitator told the community that the teamthe was cost in oftheir connection to their premises and the internal wiring. the visit community to sensitise them concerning the projectShe warned that was residents to desist from making illegal connections as initiated in 2014 but never kicked off due to somethis government could lead to prosecution or even death as a result of setbacks. She informed them that funds were nowelectrocution. available to implement the electricityIn case project. I have Shea land, told title the willmembers I Whether that due with to or without a land title, the amount of money to be the time lag, therebe might paid morebe changes than one in without?land ownershippaid willand benew determined by the property affected by the power developments among other. As such surveyors wouldlines. measure the lines again notingWhat the can possibility be done of forchanges me in in Speculativethe line route. developments cannot be valued therefore these are For example, a linecase that Ipassed have aat futurethe front plan of building to no compensated.could pass It was stressed that this is a government project behind dependingbuild on its a effect. house She on informed the piece that of theintended valuers towere enhance development in the area, therefore members to value property land?within the corridor and stressed thatwere REA implored does not to create imaginative situation that could lead to not compensate for land but only compensatesprolonging for affected processes involved in the compensation process. In property trees and perennial crops. She further explainedaddition the that project design restricts the route to the common surveyors would follow the designed electricityboundaries route made and road reserves to avoid destroying the usage of the previously. plot or land in case of future use. It was noted thatWhat compensation does the word would design be determinedIt was clarified by to the community that a feasibility team already respective district mean?rates. surveyed and generated the line route. The route formulated is Members were informed that consent forms wouldwhat be signedis referred to to as a design. It is the “map” the engineers use allow electricity poles be planted on their land Thefollow chairman when will erecting poles. The team is here to establish exactly be notified of when the compensation process wouldwhere take the place. line will pass, what is in the corridor and who is affected The community will be sensitized using communicationand their media socio-economic status. such as local radioSuppose stations Iand had public 2000 speakers. shillings, PaymentsYour electricity would consumption will determine how long you will take be done using Mobilehow long Money will orthe Airtel electricity Money. take Theto PAPs reload would the YAKA. E.g. a person using a flat iron and watching therefore receive beforetheir compensation going off? on their mobileTV phones. will not Thepay the same amount with the one using bulbs only. meeting was alsoWill informed I be compensatedthat a 15% of forthe mytotal Yesamount you wouldwill be compensated for the banana plantations 10metres be given as disturbancebanana fee. plantation? around the marked area. Members were alsoMin08/Nov/2017: reminded to give Closure in names that Theare consistentmeeting was ended by chairman who thanked the facilitators with what is recorded on their identification documentsassuring i.e. national them that much had been learnt and information would I.D, Passports or driving permits. That in case of beland circulated wrangles to the rest of the community; and made a closing a

117 prayer. Community members were assured of compensation of property within a radius of 10metres. Compensation was to cover trees, perennial crops or structures if any but not land; as such land remains property of the owner and not of REA. A 15% disturbance MINUTES OF THE allowance would be added to the total compensation; that SENSITISATION MEETING compensation rates would be determined by district rates. HELD AT KISHUNJU TRADING The facilitator informed the affected persons that they would be CENTER 23/11/2017. sensitized using communication media such as local radio stations Present Agenda and public speakers on the compensation exercise. Payments The LC1 Opening would be done using Mobile Money or Airtel Money. The PAPs Chairman Prayer would therefore receive their compensation on their mobile Dorothy Remarks phones. They were further informed that in cases of land Katwesigye from disagreements the money would banked until issues were Olivia community resolved by their chairperson. Namutosi leaders -REA Introduction The facilitators explained that the electrification would kick in 2018 Facilitators of REA and reminded community members to present their old forms. Any Tom Team changes like growth of trees or other developments will be added Muwanga Purpose of to the previous record. Noting that compensation would be Immaculate Visit determined by price rates at the respective districts. Mukite Status of Min07/Nov/17: Reactions/Responses Catherine project If the lines pass above my They were informed that it is REA’s policy not to destroy Manake Policy on house will you compensate it? structures along the route. All measures are taken during design -Min compensatio to avoid passing the line above any existing buildings. It would Secretary n of affected only be in a very rare circumstance that this would happen. For Members of persons this particular project no lines will pass above houses of other the Questions/a buildings therefore they will not be destroyed. community nswers What kind of trees will you be A range of them; eucalyptus, graveria, pine, fruits, plantations and Closure paying for? crops which take above six months to mature among others will Minute Discussion be compensated. Seasonal crops such as maize, beans sweet Min01/Nov/2017: Prayer The meeting was opened with a prayer conductedpotatoes by and the the like will not be compensated for because ample chairman LC1. time shall be given to harvest them before construction starts. Min02/Nov/2017: Remarks by The chairman welcomedMin08/Nov/2017: all to the meeting Closure and told theThe community meeting ended with an appreciation from chairman who then LC1 Chairman members that the facilitators had come to sensitisedismissed about his the community. electricity project and implored them to be attentive to be able to ask any questions after. MINUTES OF THE Min03/Nov/2017: Introductions The sociologist team leaderSENSITISATION introduced self, and MEETING requested the team to introduce themselves.HELD AT KYEITAGI TRADING Min04/Nov/2017: Purpose of The facilitator informed theCENTER meeting 23/11/2017. that they had been sent by the visit REA to sensitise communitiesPresent about the proposed-REA Ruhumba- Khaswa power line. The LC1 Facilitators She elaborated that it wasChairman not a new projectTom but was started 3 years ago although it was neverMembers implemented of dueMuwanga to lack of funds by the government. She informedthe that they hadImmaculate come to review and compare old recordscommunity with those on groundMukite to update the information for purposes Dorothy of compensation andCatherine implementation electricity project. She toldKatwesigye the members thatManake the team had surveyors, valuers and sociologistsOlivia who were working-Min together to compile the report which wouldNamutosi be forwarded Secretaryto REA before the project would resume.

118 Agenda Introduction Minute Discussion Opening of Team Min01/Nov/2017: Prayer Meeting opened with a prayer led by LC1 Chairman. Prayer members Min02/Nov/2017: Remarks by The chairman welcomed guests from REA and reported that Remarks Questions/a LC1 Chairman they had come to sensitise the community about the from nswers electrification project. He assured the facilitators that he had community Closure mobilised the community and many more would be joining the leaders meeting. He then appreciated the team and then requested them to introduce themselves to the community members. Min03/Nov/2017: Introductions The team from REA introduced themselves and the team leader thanked everybody for coming to the meeting. Min04/Nov/2017: Purpose of the The facilitator told members that the team was representing visit REA in regard to the proposed Ruhumba- Khaswa powerline. She stressed that this was not a new project or exercise but rather a follow up on what was done about 3 years ago. The team had come to update or review the previous finding in terms of who and what is affected. She informed the community that comparison would be made and the report updated accordingly. She noted that there could have been a few changes within the past 3years that needed to be taken note of. These changes related to property ownership that may have been effected through sale, death or property value i.e. trees that may have matured after 3 years. Min05/Nov/17: Status of project The facilitators reported that the project would take off next year, 2018 following the availability of funds by the government. Members were requested to be present forms previously filled and the new ones would be availed forms to fill by the REA team. Min06/Nov/17: Compensation of The facilitators explained that the project was interested in affected persons. capturing and updating data therefore surveyors would map the line corridor which is 10m. After which valuers would then value the property affected by the power line. The community was informed that prices to be used during the valuation exercise would be determined using respective district rates. In addition a 15% disturbance allowance will be added to cover for any inconveniences caused.

It was noted that the report compiled by valuers will then be forwarded to the government valuer for approval before compensation is made. The community will be sensitized using communication media such as local radio stations and public speakers. Payments would be done using Mobile Money or Airtel Money. The PAPs would therefore receive their compensation on their mobile phones. They were informed that compensation would only cover trees, plantations, or crops that take above 6 months to mature not land or seasonal crops. Affected individuals with old forms would not be given new ones but comparisons would be made and such information updated in the system. In case of change of ownership the compensation would be given to the new owner.

119 Min07/Nov/17: Reactions/Responses Opening Prayer Will I receive electricity if I am on Yes because each pole servesRemarks a radius of 35m. However in the the other side of the line? trading centre, electricity fromlines will be on either side of the road. community How much money will you There is no standard amountleaders to be given to those affected compensate us? therefore this will dependIntroduction on nature of property affected and the age. In addition it will dependof stake on thethe district rates that will be used during the valuationTeam exercise. In case your trees are mature, you will be compensatedPurpose accordingly. of It was stressed that only property capturedthe duringmeeting the valuation exercise would be considered. DevelopmentsQuestions/a thereafter would not be compensated for becausenswers these will not have been captured during the RAP exercise.Closure Members were advised not to plant high rising trees in the wayleave corridor. Only short crops like maize and cassava among others could be grown. I lost my old forms, what can I do? Records kept by surveyors shall be followed What should I do in case I lost my Advised to start on process of getting another one since there’s national Id? still time.

What about the load shading? Regarding load shading, members were informed that this was beyond REA’s mandate. The service provider for that area would be invited during further sensitizations to answer all questions regarding operation and maintenance of the line. Is the electricity only for trading The facilitator explained that although the line was mainly centres, and if not, how do we get designed along the main road the project scope was much it to the inside villages? wider than just the main roads. There would be extensions into the villages as will be seen during the construction stage. Members were advised not to rush into trying to bribe the contactors to extend power because only those on the line route would get power. Whoever is not would not be given power as all the required materials are budgeted for. Min08/Nov/2017: Closure The meeting was closed with a prayer said by the chairman.

MINUTES OF THE SENSITISATION MEETING HELD AT MOOYA TRADING CENTER 24/11/2017. Present Tom The LC1 Muwanga Chairman Immaculate Members of Mukite the Catherine community Manake Dorothy -Min Katwesigye Secretary Olivia Mooya 24th Namutosi -REA Agenda Facilitators

120 Minute Discussion electricity? for purposes of project implementation and compensation which Min01/Nov/2017: Prayer Meeting opened a word of prayer from the LC1 Chairmanwhen approved; the line would be constructed and the area Min02/Nov/2017: Remarks by The chairman welcomed the team from REA and theconnected residents to power. We cannot definite time lines but it is likely LC1 Chairman of the area. He then requested the team from REA toto make be soon. self- introductions andHow elaborate are youabout goingthe electrification to help project.Priority is given to institutions such as schools and health Min03/Nov/2017: Introductions Introductions wereschools conducted and hospitals by the if community they are leaderscentres amongand others as the main targets for electrification. It is later the team leaderdistant from from REA the introducedline? the team.the position of these social institutions that inform the design of Min04/Nov/2017: Purpose of the The facilitators explained the purpose of the visit whichthe wasline. that These have been considered and those close to the visit REA is agovernment agency mandated to extend powerline will to ruraldefinitely have access to power. areas therefore Dothe I teamhave wasto have here the for formsthe proposed with Yes Ruhumba- if you have the old form then it would be good to come with Khaswa power me?line. She also informed the communityit as this that would a ease comparison. In case on lost the form them team of surveyors would be marking the project corridorthere and is no the problem because we have previous record. valuer would ascertainMin08/Nov/2017: property withinClosure the corridor. TheThere meeting were was closed with a prayer said by the chairman. notified that trees, banana plantations and any other crops that take about 6 months to matureMINUTES in a radius of OF 10metres THE would be compensated in the eventSENSITISATION that they were MEETING destroyed. She highlighted that value ofHELD such AT properties MOOYA wouldII TRADING depend on district rates; in additionCENTER a disturbance 24/11/2017. fee of 15% on the total amount would be addedPresent to cater for anyPurpose inconveniences of caused. The LC1 Visit Notably, the meeting Chairman was informed thatQuestions/a REA does not compensate for land as Dorothyit remained propertynswers of the owner but only compensates for cropsKatwesigye and structures affected.Closure The members were assuredOlivia that all affected persons would be compensated and as suchNamutosi were required to have their national I.Ds, Pass ports, or driving-REA permits during the compensation process; it was noted thatFacilitators the names on identifications should correspond with the namesTom on the forms. The community will be sensitizedMuwanga using communication media such as local radio stationsImmaculate and public speakers. Payments would be done using MobileMukite Money or Airtel Money. The PAPs would therefore receiveCatherine their compensation on their mobile phones. Manake Min05/Nov/17: Status of project The facilitators reported that the-Min project would take off once the RAP exercise is concludedSecretary and implemented. Members were requested to be presentMembers forms previously of filled and the new ones would be availed formsthe to fill by the REA team. Min07/Nov/17: Reactions/Responses community

Do you first pay for the plants Property affected shouldAgenda be paid for before acquisition of the before you plant the trees? corridor. On this ground itOpening is expected that compensation would be paid out before the projectPrayer starts. Do we set our own prices or do Neither we nor you will setRemarks the price for your plantations but the you set them? valuers will strictly followfrom your district rates provided by the District Land Boards e.g.community in case your eucalyptus trees cost 200,000/= at your district,leaders that’s exactly what you will be paid What type of electricity are you It’s likely to be YAKA, it’sIntroduction a prepaid service using mobile money. bringing? After reloading you get unitsof and when REA they are finished you the powers goes off. This is determinedTeam by ones consumption rate. When are you bringing this We are here to compile a report which includes updating data

121 Minute Discussion me? Speculative developments will not be considered because the Min01/Nov/2017: Prayer A member of the community a one Denis graced valuationthe meeting exercise only considers what is on ground and not with a word of prayer. what is planned to be there in future. The community was urged Min02/Nov/2017: Remarks by The chairman introduced the community membersnot present to make to the exercise hard because electricity is meant to LC1 Chairman the facilitators and assured the meeting that moredevelop would the be community. coming to join Whenthe meeting. are He you voiced starting his appreciation the The processto the has started, when we submit the report, government forproject? the electrification project and welcomedcompensation the will be effected before the project is team representing REA requesting them to self-introductions.implemented. Min03/Nov/2017: Introductions The facilitator thankedMin08/Nov/2017: the chairman Closure for welcoming Thethe meetingteam to was ended. Mooya II, there after introduced herself and requested other members to do the same. Min04/Nov/2017 She explained that the team was representing REA which is a Purpose of the visit government arm under the ministry of Energy and Mineral development mandated to extend power to rural areas. That the project started in 2014MINUTES although it was OF not implemented THE because of funds whichSENSITISATION government has secured MEETING from World Bank. HELD AT RWEMAMBA I It was reported that COUNTY the routes of electricity KASHONGI lines were established 3 years ago.KIRUHURA Because of ON the 24/11/2017. time lag the project expected some changesPresent to have Mr.taken Naboth place -The in terms LC1 Chairman of land Agenda and property ownership and Dorothy the property Katwesigye within the corridor. e.g. Opening Prayer change of ownership due Olivia to death, Namutosi sale of such property and Remarks from chairman growth of trees or plantations Tom among Muwanga others. Introduction of REA Team The meeting was informedI Immaculate that surveyors Mukite would survey the Purpose of Visit route were lines would passCatherine and Manake valuers were-Min to Secretary value the Questions/answers property affected by the lines.Members In addition of the community the affected persons Closure would use their old forms but new occupants would be given new forms to fill. The facilitator explainedMinute that REA does not compensateDiscussion for land or crops that matureMin01/Nov/2017: within a period Prayer of 6 months i.e. The meeting commenced with a prayer conducted by a The amount of money to be paid would be determinedvolunteer by the among the community members. respective districtMin02/Nov/2017: rates. A 15% disturbance Remarks fee by will Hebe addedbegan toby introducing himself and the other leaders present the total compensationLC1 Chairman awarded to cater for any inconveniencesand then welcomed members to Rwemamba. He asked the caused in the process. team from REA to introduce themselves and the purpose of their visit. The communityMin03/Nov/2017: members were Introductions requested to cooperateThe facilitator with led the self-introductions of the team from REA team of sociologists who would ask some questionsand welcomedto help everybody to the meeting. REA and governmentMin04/Nov/2017: plan for the Purpose community. of the TheThe facilitators facilitators explained that they were a team sent by REA explained thatvisit the community would be sensitizedagovernment using agency under the ministry of energy mandated to communication media such as local radio stationsextend and public power to rural areas. They were informed that the speakers. Payments would be done using Mobileproject Money was or not new because it had been launched 3 years ago Airtel Money. The PAPs would therefore receivethough not their implemented. compensation on their mobile phones. The meeting was informed that the team had come to sensitise Min07/Nov/17: Reactions/Responses the community on the project and also identify any changes that could have occurred on ground. Where are the lines going to The surveyors are here to measure and determine where the pass? lines will pass according to the route given by REA. The facilitators explained that the surveyors will again measure the electricity line route marking the 10 metres corridor. Valuers I wanted to build a house in my REA does not compensate for land, but in will case then your value crops, trees and plantations around the affected plot, how will you compensate house/structure is affected, you will be compensated.area.

122 In case such treesSuppose were valued the pole 3 years is ago, placed consideringCompensation the will be made to the owner of the property i.e. time lag of 3 years;between they me may and have my neighbour,grown and increasedcrops and intrees destroyed regardless of the position. value which will shallbe updated we share for the purposes money? of compensation. When is the project starting? As soon as the report is compiled, and approved then the All affected persons will be compensated, howeverproject it waswill be implemented probably in June 2018. This emphasised that REA does not pay for land becauseinformation the land will be passed on to your chairman who will inform remains property of the owner; only trees, plantationsyou. and There crops will be follow up sensitization meeting so the which take above 6 months to mature would be compensated.communities will always be informed of the projects progress. After valuing Will the youaffected compensate property, us an before additionCompensation of 15% will be made before sections of the line are disturbance feeplanting to cater the for poles any inconveniences or not? causederected. during For the project to progress, PAPs on the initial sections the process. of the line would have had to be compensated. This will ensure that all PAPs are compensated prior to project completion. The communityMin07/Nov/2017: was informed Closure that they wouldThe be meeting further ended with the chairman thanking REA for bringing sensitized using communication media such asdevelopment local radio to their community; led prayer and dismissed stations and public speakers. Payments would bemembers done using of his community. Mobile Money or Airtel Money. The PAPs would therefore receive their compensation on their mobile phones. AGENDA They were further informed that1. Openingthe social Prayer economic team would ask some questions and requested them to cooperate. 2. Opening remarks from LC That the power is likely to be YAKA1 chairman which is bought like airtime using mobile money and one’s consumption determined how much money they might spend.3. Presentation by Min05/Nov/17: Reactions/Responses REAofficials In case I have young trees will I All trees destroyed in 4. theQuestions wayleave and corridorAnswers will be be compensated? compensated, in case of any dissatisfaction; the sociologists will note your complaints &suggestions5. Closing which remarks will be forwarded to REA. The residents were encouraged to be present during the surveying process as they 6.wouldClosing be able Prayer to show the valuer some things that could otherwise be missed. APPENDIX 5: ATTENDANCE SHEETS FOR THE Supposing I am 200 metres from It was clarified that the team was to only survey and value SENSITIZATION MEETINGS the main road, will I also get property within the line opened up. After compensation and electricity? erection of the line another team would be awarded a contract of distribution and this is the one that would deal with that. In case my trees were valued but This will be handled by the valuers. REA will only pay for have now been destroyed by property found on ground. animals, will you compensate me? In case I want electricity to be Construction of the electricity distribution project is absolutely brought to my house, how much free. However the cost of connection will be determined by the will you charge me? service provider within the area. The cost of wiring individual houses would be met by the residents and this varies according to the size of the houses and the wiremen hired to do the job. The residents were urged to use professional certified wiremen to avoid future accidents such as electrocution as a result of poor workmanship. Suppose I have my property now, Payment would be made to the current owner of the property at but then I sell it before the time of compensation. compensation, how will you do it?

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