The poor state of the road has left vehicles stranded, disrupted travel, and affected local businesses and essential services, including healthcare and education.
Cosmus Apuka, the head teacher of Olwal Mucaja Primary School, emphasized that introducing children to organic farming practices is vital for promoting food sovereignty and preventing the extinction of local seeds.
Jane Akwero, the chairperson of Driwala United Women Market Vendors Cooperative in Arua City, raised concerns about the numerous challenges female vendors face. These include poor road networks, high market dues, lack of collateral to secure loans for business expansion, limited knowledge of forming and managing cooperative groups, and frequent thefts of their stock.
