Heavy Rains Wreak Havoc on Nakabugo Kigoma Road, Disrupting Lives in Wakiso District

Wakiso District   – Following days of relentless downpour, residents along the   Nakabugo Kigoma Bujuuko road   in Wakiso District are grappling with severe flooding, making transportation nearly impossible and forcing school closures. The   Wakiso Deputy District leadership   has stepped in, mobilizing emergency efforts to assist affected communities.  

     Roads Submerged, Children Stranded    
The heavy rains have turned major roads into impassable waterways, with:  
    Children unable to attend school   due to flooded pathways.  
    Bodaboda (motorcycle taxi) operations suspended   as riders struggle through deep water.  
    Market vendors suffering losses   as floodwaters ruin perishable goods.  

Residents and bodaboda operators report that the road becomes   completely unusable during rains  , while in dry weather, thick dust makes travel equally difficult.  

     District Leaders Launch Cleanup Intervention    
The   Wakiso Deputy RDC   and   local Gombolola (sub county) leaders   have initiated a   "Bulungi Bwansi" (community clean up) campaign   to address the crisis. However, progress is slow due to:  
    Abandoned vehicles and garbage   blocking drainage systems.  
    Extremely muddy conditions   hindering manual efforts.  

  Kansala Ssegawa Robert  , a local leader, condemned the reckless dumping of waste in drainage channels, urging residents to stop practices that worsen flooding.  

     Residents Demand Urgent Government Action    
Affected communities are calling for:  
    Emergency road rehabilitation   to restore access.  
    Proper drainage construction   to prevent future flooding.  
    Relief support   for businesses and families impacted by the floods.