RUBIRIZI – The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has cautioned residents that vandalizing government water pipes is a criminal offense, with offenders facing the full force of the law.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The caution comes amid growing concerns over the safety of newly installed water systems, which are vital to improving health, safety, and livelihoods in rural communities.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony of the Kikuba Village water project in Ndekye Town Council, Rubirizi district, NWSC Rubirizi Branch Manager Justus Niwamanya made it unequivocally clear that sabotage of public utilities would not be tolerated.
“Tampering with water pipes is a criminal offense under the laws of Uganda. No one is permitted to cut, damage, or destroy these pipes. Anyone found stealing water or vandalizing the system will be arrested and prosecuted,” stated Niwamanya.
He further disclosed that the NWSC, in coordination with local security agencies and community leaders, has already launched routine patrols to monitor the infrastructure and deter potential offenders.
Niwamanya underscored that the project will not only curb water-borne illnesses but also free up valuable time for residents, who no longer have to endure long treks in search of clean water. He expressed gratitude to local leaders for their support.
“This initiative will significantly reduce the incidence of water-borne diseases and save residents countless hours previously wasted trekking to distant water sources,” he noted.
Beneficiary Kasande Merab hailed the Kikuba water project as a lifeline, praising local leaders for their compassion while urging other officials to urgently tackle water shortages across the district.
She recalled how children once risked drowning and dropping out of school to fetch lake water, but now safety is restored, with clean water just a short walk from every home.
“Before this project, children risked drowning while fetching water from the lake, which led to many school dropouts. Now, our children are safe, and our girls and women are no longer exposed to danger, clean water is now just a short walk from home,” Kasande recalled.
Ndekye Town Council LC III Councilor Kyosimire Agnes highlighted that the Kikuba water project will improve both health and livelihoods, enabling families to engage in productive activities like brick laying and farming.
She added that the time saved from water collection can now be used for education and income-generating work, empowering women and children to build a better future.
The Kikuba community water project will serve about 500 residents who have long struggled to access water for domestic use, enduring long treks to lakes and rivers while risking their lives and drinking unsafe water.
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