Kabale leaders Launch Rehabilitation Works on Nyamugoma Gravity Flow Scheme in Kaharo

By Alex Byakatonda

 

Leaders in Kabale District have officially launched the rehabilitation works of the Nyamugoma Gravity Flow Scheme in Kaharo Sub-county, with calls for quality workmanship, proper supervision, and timely completion of the project.

 

The rehabilitation project is expected to restore access to clean and safe water to residents of Nyamugoma, Nyakahita, Nyakabungo, Kasharara, Kirandura, and Karubona villages after the water scheme remained non-functional for more than 10 years.

 

Speaking during the launch, the Kabale District Chief Administrative Officer, Robert Mugabe, urged the contractor to ensure the use of quality materials, especially durable pipes, in order to guarantee value for money and sustainability of the project.

 

Mugabe also tasked LC I committees and local leaders to closely monitor and supervise the rehabilitation works to ensure high standards are maintained. He further called for the operationalization of the water user committee to oversee proper management and maintenance of the scheme upon completion.

 

The Assistant Resident District Commissioner for Kabale, Christopher Bariyo, said the project reflects government’s commitment to improving service delivery and extending clean water services to rural communities.

 

Bariyo urged the contractor to adhere to the project timelines, noting that access to clean water will help reduce waterborne diseases and improve livelihoods in Nyabitabo Parish. He added that the project will also reduce the burden on children who spend long hours fetching water instead of attending school.

 

According to the Senior Assistant Engineering Officer for Kabale District, Balam Akanyijuka, the rehabilitation works will cost UGX 64.4 million, inclusive of VAT, and will be undertaken by Fleco Holdings Ltd.

 

Akanyijuka explained that the works will include rehabilitation of the intake system, raw water mains, sedimentation tank, transmission lines, storage reservoir, distribution network, site works, and installation of 16 public tap stands. The project is expected to be completed within three months.

 

The LCIII Chairperson of Kaharo Sub-county, Edmand Watson Tumwesigye, said residents had previously attempted to rehabilitate the scheme on their own but lacked adequate resources to fully restore it.

 

He also expressed concern over the use of poor-quality materials in some previous projects within the sub-county, saying leaders and residents now expect quality and durable work from the contractor.

 

The rehabilitation of the gravity flow scheme is expected to improve access to clean water, sanitation, and public health among communities in the area.

 

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