Monkey Terror: Residents Living in Fear

Kagezi Village, Mpigi District   – A troop of aggressive monkeys has turned life into a nightmare for residents of Kagezi village in Lwambula Parish, with at least 12 people attacked recently while going about their daily activities.  

      
Primates from a nearby forest reserve are attacking villagers, stealing food, and causing panic.
Lukia Nabuloori, one of the victims, recounted her traumatic encounter: "They came suddenly while I was carrying groceries. One jumped on me and bit my arm before running off with my food basket."  

 
Local council officials have raised the issue with district authorities:  
 Moses Kasozi (LC3 Chairperson) : "These aren't ordinary monkeys - they're organized like traffic police, ambushing people at specific points along our paths."  

 Francis Sserugga (District Councilor)  confirmed plans are underway to control the monkey population through regulated culling.  

      Health Concerns Mount    
District Health Secretary Francis Ssendyowa warned: "Monkey bites pose serious rabies risks. Victims must seek immediate medical attention."  

James Kalokola, the District Wildlife Officer, acknowledged the crisis: "We're working with Uganda Wildlife Authority to find a lasting solution that balances conservation and community safety."  

  
Villagers have resorted to travelling in groups for protection, avoiding forest paths at dawn and dusk, and keeping children indoors.  

Amina Muteesaasira, another attack victim, pleaded: "We need government intervention before someone gets killed."  

The Mpigi District administration has promised to: Deploy wildlife experts to assess the situation. Publicise the importance of coexisting with wildlife. Explore humane population control methods.  

As the standoff continues, Kagezi residents remain vigilant, with many carrying sticks when moving through monkey-prone areas.