Uganda Landslides
At least 15 people have died, and 113 remain missing after landslides tore through Uganda’s Bulambuli district following heavy rains.
The disaster displaced dozens of families, with survivors desperately digging through mud to recover loved ones. Officials warn the toll may rise as rescue efforts continue. 
The Toll of Uganda Landslides Grows
Heavy rains on Wednesday night triggered landslides across six villages in the eastern district of Bulambuli, leaving devastation in their wake. Mudslides buried 40 homes, displaced farmland, and rendered roads nearly impassable.
Rescuers have recovered 13 bodies, including many children, while 15 injured survivors are being treated at Buluganya Health Center. Fear grips the community as over 100 people remain unaccounted for, and officials expect fatalities to increase.
The crisis escalates as rain hampers rescue efforts, with locals using bare hands to search for survivors under tons of mud. Photos circulating on social media show submerged homes, some visible only by their rooftops.
MP Irene Muloni called for an immediate evacuation, saying, “Waterfalls are everywhere, and the rainfall is excessive. People must leave this dangerous place.”
How Uganda Can Prevent Landslide Tragedies
The government pledges to relocate vulnerable communities to safer areas to mitigate future disasters. However, persistent rain and flooding present ongoing challenges. Elsewhere, rescue boats capsized while attempting to reach submerged areas along the River Nile, highlighting the widespread impact of the severe weather.
With climate change increasing the frequency of such events, better infrastructure and disaster preparedness are crucial.
How can Uganda strengthen its response to natural disasters? Share your thoughts on strategies to protect at-risk communities.
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