By Augustine Mumbere,
Since 2013, Kasese District has been grappling with floods that often cause river banks to burst.
The increase in heavy rainfall is attributed to the changing climate patterns and rapid loss of forest cover, due to trees being cut down to be used for fuel.
Now residents of Kyalhumba sub-county are seeking for a permanent solution to the effects of climate change that has reportedly led to loss of lives and properties.
During a meeting convened yesterday by Umbrella for Journalists in Kasese-UJK, held at Kyalhumba sub-county headquarters, the local community requested partnership with government and civil society organizations to supply them with Bamboo trees that would be planted along River Nyamugasani Valley.
Mr. Absalom Bwambale, the local council one chairperson for Mughanza village in Kanyatsi Parish Kyalhumba sub-county, said the experience of disasters was worrying ever since 2019. Mr. Bwambale speaking ……
Mr. Joyless Serebethe, who represented the Community Development Officer Kyalhumba sub-county, said villages like Kibirigha, Kiduku and Kihungu, needed urgent intervention depending on their Geographical location. Mr. Serebethe speaking….
Ms Rusia Musoki, the Project Officer Umbrella for Journalists in Kasese-UJK, said the association donated tree seedling to the community after a needs assessment in the area. Ms. Musoki speaking….
Ms. Geneva Kisura, the sub-county chief urged the local community to jealously guard the trees planted. END.
