NICHOLAS A
Residents of Buhunga Sub-County have raised concerns over the deteriorating condition of the Rukungiri-Buhunga-Mitooma road, which plays a crucial role in the transportation of people, goods, and services.
According to Julius Niwabiine, the LC3 councillor for Buhunga Parish, the road has become increasingly dangerous, particularly during the rainy season. He noted that travelers frequently fall, sustaining injuries, with some even losing their lives. The severity of the situation has prompted residents to organize communal works to maintain the road, despite it being the responsibility of the Ministry of Works and Transport.
Niwabiine emphasized that the government must take immediate action, warning that the poor state of the road is contributing to frequent accidents, especially in areas like Nyamirembe.
Local boda boda operators also reported challenges in transporting patients and other essential services due to the road’s condition. Taremwa Stephen highlighted that their livelihoods are being jeopardized, as the poor infrastructure makes it difficult to move people safely to health centers in Buhunga and Rukungiri.
Traders, including Edward Niwagaba, also raised concerns, stating that the road’s deterioration is negatively impacting trade. Niwagaba emphasized the road’s importance for transporting goods from Rukungiri Municipality to parts of Buhunga and urged the government to intervene promptly.
Residents are appealing to the authorities to urgently rehabilitate the road to ensure safety, improve transportation, and support economic activities in the region.
