Mbarara City Council Faces Criticism Over Waste Management
Mbarara City Council is under fire from residents due to escalating concerns surrounding poor waste management practices. Locals accuse the city authorities of neglecting their responsibilities to collect and properly dispose of garbage, leading to significant health and environmental risks.
Areas such as Markhsing Street, High Street, and Kisenyi have become hotspots for unregulated dumping, leaving residents frustrated and alarmed. “
The garbage is left to decompose on the streets, which leads to air pollution and poses serious health threats,” lamented Peter Mpaka, a concerned resident.
He expressed disbelief that despite daily supervisory tours by city officials, sanitation issues remain unaddressed.
In response to these allegations, Mbarara City Mayor Robert Mugabe Kakyebezi defended the city’s waste management efforts. He stated that the city has contracted multiple service providers who are responsible for daily garbage collection and the transportation of waste to the designated dumping site in Kenkombe.
The mayor urged residents to report any specific issues they encounter, suggesting that the problems may not be as widespread as reported.
The contrasting views highlight a growing tension between residents demanding action and city authorities asserting their commitment to effective waste management. As Mbarara City navigates this pressing issue, the health and well-being of its residents remain at stake.
