Friday, December 12th, 2025 | By
Residents of Kiryajobyo Village, Gayaza sub –county in Kyankwanzi district are increasingly distressed by the EACOP workers’ diversion of rain water, exacerbating the area’s severe shortage.
The residents believe the workers are blocking rain water just minimize interruptions while carrying out their duties.
This situation has left most of the people worried since most of the water sources dried up and now even the rain water is being diverted.
“Our crops are withering under the scorching sun, and to make matters worse, the constant diversion of rain water has left us struggling to access even water for domestic use ‘’ Nakigozi Madrine one of the residents said .
Nakigozi urged all leaders in the community and the government to step in and address the situation before it worsens further.
Lugambagye Edward, the Kiryajobyo village chairperson pledged to support the residents after carrying out investigation into this matter.
Residents are forced to trek miles in search of water for domestic use, a grueling daily ordeal that adds immense strain to their already challenging lives.
‘’It feels like the focus is entirely on the pipeline construction, leaving our lives and basic needs an afterthought.’’ The residents stated.
Leosan Ssebalunzi says the actions of the oil pipeline workers are not only affecting the environment but also the livelihoods of the residents.
Ssebalunzi pleaded with the workers to halt the inconsiderate diversion of rain water, a move that he says is taking a dire toll on the community, exacerbating an already desperate situation.
The Gayaza sub county Community development officer Amos Byantalo Michael has promised to investigate the matter and take necessary report to the district officials and EACOP.
STORY COMPILED BY JOANNE NTEZA
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