Akena referred to historical statements by President Museveni acknowledging the destruction of food supplies and the destitution of about 2.7 million people during that period. He argued that the loss of cattle deprived communities of daily nutrition, household income, school fees, draft power, and soil fertility, leaving effects that continue to be felt today.
Kampala’s waste management system has come under increasing strain in recent years, including during Uganda’s first National Cleaning Day, when the volume of collected waste overwhelmed collection teams and temporarily clogged the Buyala disposal facility.
The crocodiles in question have not only killed humans but also domestic animals, and the crocodile infestation in the area is due to the numerous fish breeding grounds that attract the crocodiles to the shores and prey on humans.
In light of the recent terror alerts from the US and UK, as well as the devastating attack on Lhubiriha Secondary School in 2023, school administrators must prioritize the safety and well-being of students and staff.
In every large crowd, there are always wrong elements, so the police urge all pilgrims to be alert and vigilant, and freely talk to all police officers to avoid those unwanted individuals.