He says that the project is being implemented under the program dubbed south west cluster projects which have several components of developing water supply extension program and environment management among others.
Each member is entitled to Shillings 100,000 monthly. Charles Onyapidi, the chairperson of the garbage gang, says they decided to lay down their tools after pleading with the division authorities to clear their wages in vain.
A section of leaders from Kasese, especially those subscribing to the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Party, have been pushing for the split of the district.
On Wednesday, the UNRA Executive Director, Allen Kagina inspected the affected area and promised swift response. “We came to support our team that is already on ground and we want to assure the public that we’re urgently responding to the issue. Our contractor will be here to start the restoration works,” she said.
Kenneth Isieu the Member of Parliament of Soroti Municipality and chairperson of the Equal opportunities committee tasked the district leaders to put in place tough measures to recover the funds and distribute it to other groups.
