KAMPALA, UGANDA — Rukiga County Member of Parliament Counsel Patrick Kiconco Katabaazi raised concerns in Parliament over the destruction caused by floods and mudslides in Kashambya Subcounty, Rukiga District.
Katabaazi told Parliament that the disaster had inflicted heavy damage on homes, gardens, schools and businesses, affecting residents and their livelihoods.
Several homes were reportedly damaged, leaving affected families facing losses and uncertainty over their living conditions.
Gardens were also affected, raising concerns about agricultural production and the livelihoods of households that depend on farming.
Schools were among the facilities affected, with the damage raising concerns about the continuity of learning in the affected communities.
Businesses also suffered losses, threatening the income of traders and other people who depend on commercial activities for their livelihoods.
The legislator raised the matter on the floor of Parliament in Kampala, drawing attention to the impact of the disaster on residents of Kashambya Subcounty.
The destruction highlighted the vulnerability of homes, agricultural land and essential facilities to floods and mudslides during heavy rainfall.
Katabaazi’s parliamentary intervention brought the challenges facing affected communities to the attention of the House, amid concerns over the damage to property and livelihoods.
