By Jonex Babulya,
Security has been beefed up in Kasese district ahead of the third edition of the Rwenzori Theluji Festival.
The Rwenzori East Police Spokesperson, ASP. Nelson Tumushiime told the press today that athletes from Kenya and Kapchorwa have already arrived in the district and they will be inspecting the marathon routes.
Tumushiime said they are heightening patrols and carrying out security meetings with various groups of people including leaders and hotel owners. ASP. Tumushiime speaking….
John Henry Baguma, the secretary general of Kasese Investment Forum- who is the lead organizer of the festival says the events are expected to be officially opened by the Rwenzururu Cultural Leader Charles Wesley Mumbere Iremangoma.
Tumushiime said they are also beefing up the district traffic team aware that the event is expected to attract many people. This year’s festival will take place on 24th .Augast.2024 starting with the marathon. END.