Kasese Schools Affected by Floods Remain Closed as New Term Opens

Five schools in Kasese Municipality remain closed for the new term following recent floods that caused extensive damage. Among the affected schools are Margarita Training Institute, Five Star Primary School, and Trusted Care Primary School, all located in Nyamwamba Division. The floods not only damaged school properties but also destroyed roads and bridges, hindering access to these institutions.

Jackline Atwine, the head teacher of Five Star Primary School, expressed concerns about the bridge connecting to the school, which was washed away. The school is working on a makeshift solution to facilitate the movement of learners, but Atwine is calling on local authorities to repair the broken infrastructure to restore normalcy.

Juliet Mbabazi, a parent at Trusted Care Primary School, recounted how the school had previously faced similar flooding. In response, parents and school management mobilized resources to restore the infrastructure. She is worried that the school's delayed reopening will negatively impact the learners' education.

James Kalenzi, a resident of Nyamwamba, shared that he lost his property, including a cow, due to the floods. He is now struggling to gather funds to send his children back to school. Kasese Municipality Education Officer Emmy Kayiri emphasized the risks of allowing learners to return to buildings that have been destroyed or silted by the floods. The municipality is taking precautions to ensure the safety of students before reopening the schools.

The flooding in Kasese has instilled fear among residents, especially those living near the River Nyamwamba, as the rainy season continues. The recent floods in the area left two people dead and resulted in the destruction of properties, adding to the community's concerns.