Tensions ran high at
Prominent figures including tour operators, hoteliers, medics, industrialists, and security authorities voiced their concerns, accusing the power distributor of causing significant disruptions that have adversely affected businesses in the area.
"Businesses are grappling with additional costs as the erratic power supply forces reliance on generators," stated stakeholders, highlighting the detrimental impact on the district's economic development.
Health officials, Dr. Gilbert Arinaitwe Maateka and Dr. Esther Rutaremwa, emphasized the severe consequences of power issues on health facilities.
They revealed that vital equipment, including blood fridges, had become non-functional, leading to an oxygen shortage in health centers.
Kabale District Police Commander,
In response, Paul Ssempira,
However, stakeholders remained unconvinced, questioning
They proposed a meeting between
Expressing concern, RDC Godfrey Nyakahuma warned of potential protests, emphasizing the possibility of security challenges arising from investor discontent.
UMEMEHe threatened decisive action if
Kabale district, located in South Western Uganda, grapples with regular power disruptions, experiencing over 10 instances of power fluctuations on an average day, with most blackouts lasting between 2 to 5 hours.
The community demands accountability as
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