We Did Our Job, Pay Us! Transporters Cry Foul Over Delayed Payments After “Yoga Yoga Mzee” Event

By Swift Reporter

The Special Presidential Advisor (SPA) and Head of the State House Local Content Unit, Hajjat Aminah Mukalazi, has drawn public attention following concerns raised by several transport service providers who allege they have not yet been paid for services rendered during the recent “Yoga Yoga Mzee” mobilisation event.

According to multiple transport operators who spoke on condition of anonymity, they provided vehicles, fuel, and logistical support to facilitate the movement of participants to the high-profile event but say payment for these services has not yet been received.

The affected service providers argue that while they fulfilled their contractual obligations, there has been a delay in settlement of their dues, which they say has created financial strain.

“We delivered the service as agreed, but we are still waiting for payment,” one transporter said. “The delay has left us with financial obligations to settle.”

The claims have raised questions among stakeholders regarding the coordination and processing of facilitation payments linked to the mobilisation exercise. However, the specific contractual arrangements, payment structures, and responsible approving authorities have not been independently verified and Swift News treats this as allegations.

The State House Local Content Unit, which is reported to have been involved in aspects of coordination for the mobilisation, has not yet issued a formal statement addressing the concerns raised by the service providers.

Some observers within logistics and mobilisation circles note that delays in payment processing can occur in large-scale events involving multiple service providers, though they emphasize the importance of clear communication and timely settlement to maintain trust and continuity in future engagements.

“This is primarily a matter of administrative follow-up and accountability in service delivery arrangements,” one stakeholder familiar with mobilisation logistics said. “Clear communication is essential to avoid misunderstandings between organisers and service providers.”

The situation has prompted calls from affected operators for clarification on payment timelines and the status of outstanding invoices related to the event.

At the time of publication, no official response had been issued by Hajjat Aminah Mukalazi or the State House Local Content Unit regarding the specific claims raised by the transport providers.

Efforts to obtain comment from the relevant offices were ongoing.

The matter remains a developing issue as stakeholders await further clarification on the administrative processes surrounding mobilisation-related service payments.