By: Intern Student
Residents of Rwekigyera cell in Kasheeshe parish, Buyanja sub-county, Rukungiri district have decried the acute shortage of clean water, a problem they say has persisted for years without any lasting solution.
According to the locals, the community has been relying on a single water spring, which has now dried up, forcing them to trek long distances in search of clean water. In some cases, they are left with no option but to fetch water from open dams, exposing themselves to potential health risks.
Speaking to Boona Radio, Ampaire Shallon, a concerned resident, revealed that the situation has become unbearable.
The LC I Chairperson of Rwekigyera cell, Karekyezi Jenifer, expressed frustration with leaders who have continuously made unfulfilled promises. She noted that residents are now sharing the limited water sources with animals, and urgently appealed for government intervention.
In response, Emmy Rubundo, the LC III Chairperson of Buyanja sub-county, acknowledged the residents’ concerns and pointed fingers at the government for delaying the Kahegye Water Project, which was expected to address the crisis. He urged the community to maintain cleanliness at the remaining sources through communal work (burungi bwasi) as they wait for government action.
The residents now hope that authorities will act swiftly to bring an end to the water woes affecting Rwekigyera and surrounding areas.
