The State Minister for Refugees Relief and Disaster Preparedness, Hon. Lillian Aber together with Mr. Alex Kakooza, the Permanent Secretary of the Ofiice of the Prime Minister, yesterday morning briefed the press on Government’s response to the floods that affected traders in Downtown Kampala, particularly along Nakivubo Channel, Ssebana Road, Allen road and surrounding business areas that suffered significant property damages.
Government acted swiftly through emergency drainage interventions that enabled floodwaters to be cleared and business operations to resume.
Under the leadership of H.E President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, Government has provided UGX 20 billion as ex-gratia support to assist affected traders. A transparent assessment and verification process is being undertaken to ensure that the support reaches the rightful beneficiaries based on documented losses.
The Office of the Prime Minister is coordinating a multi-sectoral committee to implement this Presidential directive, working closely with traders’ representatives to guide verification and the disbursement process.
Government remains committed to long-term solutions including drainage improvement, stricter enforcement of building regulations, environmental restoration, and strengthened disaster preparedness to build a safer and more resilient Kampala.
“I appeal to the traders to remain calm as we expedite the process of data verification,” Hon. Lillian Aber said.
