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Kampala's New Drainage Cuts Flooding Despite Heavy Rains
Solutions3h ago

Kampala's New Drainage Cuts Flooding Despite Heavy Rains

Uganda's capital is seeing real results from upgraded stormwater systems that are keeping most neighborhoods dry through intense rainfall. While some traders still face losses from flash floods, infrastructure improvements are working across the city.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
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SolutionsMar 3

Uganda Launches Water Week with 560km Awareness Walk

Walkers are trekking 560 kilometers from Moroto to Kampala to spotlight water access challenges in Karamoja, Uganda's driest region. The journey launched the country's 9th Water and Environment Week, bringing partners together to improve clean water access for communities that need it most.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
Kampala's $480M Water Project to Serve Millions by 2027
SolutionsFeb 19

Kampala's $480M Water Project to Serve Millions by 2027

Millions in Uganda's capital are getting reliable water access as a massive expansion project unlocks a treatment plant running at half capacity. The €480 million effort will deliver 160 million liters daily to fast-growing neighborhoods.

AllAfrica - Environment3 min read
Uganda Bank Gives $26K to Flood-Hit Kampala Traders
Acts of KindnessJan 21

Uganda Bank Gives $26K to Flood-Hit Kampala Traders

After devastating floods destroyed shops and livelihoods in downtown Kampala, FINCA Uganda is delivering over $26,000 in relief to help traders rebuild. The support comes as a lifeline for merchants who lost everything when floodwaters submerged basement stores and wiped out their inventory.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read