Traffic reports show that at least 12 people die daily in accidents during this rainy period, and as a result, authorities emphasize the need for motorists to exercise caution, maintain their vehicles, and avoid flooded areas.
According to a comprehensive new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), a disaster related to weather, climate, or water hazard occurred every day on average over the past 50 years, killing 115 people and causing US$ 202 million in losses daily.
The increasing awareness and reporting on these topics are crucial for addressing the underlying causes and improving mental health support systems in the region.
The Kakira stretch of Jinja-Iganga Highway is a blackspot for accidents, with local authorities urging motorists to exercise extra caution, especially in high-risk areas like Kakira, to help reduce the frequency of such tragic incidents.
Israel has vowed to push Hezbollah away from the border and restore security to its communities near the boundary after over a year of deadly rocket and drone fire exchange from the Hezbollah fighting group that forced the evacuation of about 60,000 people in the north of the country.