The Ordinary of the diocese of Kasese, Rt. Rev. Francis Aquirinus Kibira has called for collaborated efforts between the Church and the political wind in finding a lasting solution to the deadly floods in Kasese and the entire region.
Addressing Christians after presiding over Holy Memorial Mass of the late Matia Bwambale that was also broadcast over to Kasese guide radio, Bishop Kibira described the deceased as an intelligent, lovely, God fearing and supportive man feared that the periodic threats of rivers in Kasese district especially Nyamwamba required proper collaborated planning by the Church and government for a lasting solution for purposes of saving lives and property. Bishop Kibira speaking……
The Bishop`s comments follow a report by the Kasese Diocesan Health officer, Sr. Marceline Biira structures including, toilets, Mortuary, private ward and stores among others had been swept away by the floods following heavy rains last night. Rev Sr. Marceline………
The Kasese district political Boss, Mr. Geoffrey Sibendire called for limitations of movements by the community members some of whom he advised to camp at Kasese Primary school and Boma ground for those in risky areas. Mr. Bigogo speaking……
Earlier during the memorial Mass, the late Matia`s children led byDr. Mugisa Kihire and his grandson Mr. Pascal Baluku described the deceased as a God fearing focused smart man who asked his family not to take what doesn’t belong to them. Mr. Pascal and Dr. Mugisa …..
In a related development, the Kyalhumba subcounty NRM Chairperson, Mr. Mayani Kule was sympathetic that River Nyamugasana had destroyed property including houses and vanilla gardens whose owners need to be cancelled. At the extreme Uganda-DR Congo border end of Kasese district, our agent, Mr. Ventino Kambasu said that the behaviors of River Lhubiriha was no different from Nyamwamba after it burst her boundaries. END
