Mukono’s Hidden Water Crisis

By Urban Gazette Environment Desk

Mukono — In parts of Mukono, children still walk miles to fetch water from shallow wells. Despite urban growth, many households lack safe water access.

The Daily Struggle

“Sometimes the water is brown,” says Lydia, a mother of three. “But we have no choice.” Hospitals confirm rising cases of diarrhea and typhoid linked to unsafe water sources.

The Numbers

National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) estimates that only 65% of Mukono’s urban households have piped water. The rest rely on unsafe sources.

NGO Intervention

NGOs like WaterAid have been drilling boreholes and installing filtration systems. But rapid urbanization is outpacing solutions.

The Way Forward

Experts recommend stronger government investment, rainwater harvesting initiatives, and community-managed water kiosks.