New borehole brings hope as Lamwo expands access to safe water
Lamwo district chairperson Oyet Sisto Ocen urged residents to take ownership of the new facility by protecting it from vandalism and ensuring regular maintenance.
North's First
Lamwo district chairperson Oyet Sisto Ocen urged residents to take ownership of the new facility by protecting it from vandalism and ensuring regular maintenance.
Angee Irene, a farmer from Agoro Central village, hopes the project will provide reliable water for her 19 acres, where she grows rice, soybeans and maize.
With a new leadership team in place, the Acholi district chairpersons hope the forum will become a stronger platform for advancing regional development.
For example, security assessments indicate that several recent gun-related incidents have been concentrated within the Palabek–Agoro border corridor, making the area a priority for intensified security surveillance.
Sarah Lakot, one of the beneficiaries from Agoro sub-county, said the hand hoe would enable her to expand the size of her garden and improve food production for her family.
Besides Lamwo district, the rehabilitation programme will cover several strategic roads across Northern and Eastern Uganda.
Lamwo district councillor for Katum sub-county Ocen James, said the district must ensure that future recruitment exercises are completed within the required timelines.
For many residents of Kitgum, however, the greatest expectation is simple: a road that connects communities to opportunities.
Milly, a resident of Kitgum Municipality, argued that improving service delivery requires more than enforcing residency rules.
Obita Michael, a clan leader in Palabek Ogili sub-county, said the dispute has created fear among residents and disrupted normal community activities.
Authorities say sustained collaboration between security agencies and local communities will be essential in curbing cross-border crime.
Community leaders are now calling for long-term solutions, including strengthened wildlife barriers, rapid response teams and early warning systems.
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