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Residents of Kibunda Cell, Nyakaina Parish, Buyanja Sub-county, Rukungiri District, have raised concerns over the persistent lack of electricity and clean water for domestic use in their area, which has hindered economic development.
They say that the absence of power has led to high levels of poverty, unemployment, and overall underdevelopment.
Speaking to our news reporter, Moses Kabangira, Chairperson LC1 of Kibunda Cell, expressed frustration over the lack of electricity, which he believes has kept the area underdeveloped. He explained that the absence of power has significantly contributed to poverty due to limited job opportunities, forcing residents to travel long distances for essential services such as welding and phone charging.
He added that in some areas, electrical wires are being stolen because they were installed without electricity running through them, hence increasing theft in the area.
Nyasio Kamugisha, the male area councillor for Nyakaina Parish, Buyanja Sub-county, Rukungiri District, echoed similar concerns, stating that they have never had electricity in their area. He criticized local leaders for prioritizing votes and politics over service delivery. He alleged that politicians only bring electricity poles during election periods to deceive people but fail to ensure full electricity extension.
He said the lack of electricity has severely impacted their daily lives. He explained that residents must travel long distances to access essential services such as milling machines and salons, among others.
Nyasio noted that the persistent lack of clean water for domestic use has led to an increase in waterborne diseases, as residents are forced to use unclean water shared with animals, as well as people washing boda bodas and bathing there, thus keeping the area lagging behind.
He urged the responsible authorities to intervene by extending electricity to their community and providing clean water for domestic use to improve the residents’ livelihoods.
