By KGR Reporter,
Despite receiving monetary compensation for properties affected by the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) route in Lwengo and Kyotera districts, some affected individuals are expressing regret over the project’s impact on their livelihoods.
Teddy Nakintu, 79, from Nnanywa A village, Ndagwe sub-county in Lwengo district, received compensation of 9.5 million Shillings for her 0.04-hectare land taken for the pipeline corridor. However, the compensation has not adequately restored her livelihood, as her coffee and banana plantation was divided, making it challenging to continue farming.
Kasimu Katoogo, another affected person, shares similar sentiments, stating that the pipeline crossing through their compound has caused psychological distress to his elderly mother.
Despite receiving compensation of 8.7 million shillings, most of it went to medical expenses, worsening their livelihood status.
Mr. Kasimu speaking……
Ismail Bwowe, in Kyotera district, feels disappointed with the compensation of 12 million shillings, as it did not meet his family’s expectations of 65 million. Mr. Ismail speaking……
Ms.Amina Acola, a legal officer at the African Institute for Energy Governance, emphasizes the importance of documenting grievances to ensure project implementers fulfill their obligations. END.