The Ugandan government has come under fire after a massive garbage landslide killed at least 35 people, with local residents claiming they had long warned authorities of the danger.
Following the landslide, President Yoweri Museveni ordered compensation payments for victims’ families, illustrating the government's recognition of its responsibility in managing waste near residential areas.
Kampala's mayor, Erias Lukwago, previously labeled the landfill situation a national crisis, emphasizing the exacerbating environmental and safety issues posed by the Kiteezi site.
Many families were forced to evacuate their homes due to the hazardous conditions at Kiteezi landfill, leading to widespread displacement and urgent calls for government support.
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