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The death toll from a catastrophic landslide at Kampala’s Kiteezi landfill has climbed to a grim 35, with authorities confirming that 12 of the victims were young people. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with at least 28 people still unaccounted for following the disaster that buried dozens of homes last Friday.
Torrential rains exacerbated the crisis, triggering a massive collapse of the decades-old garbage mound. The ensuing avalanche of waste engulfed homes, trapping residents in their sleep. Recovery operations have been hampered by the sheer scale of the devastation and the unstable nature of the landfill.
Police have warned that the identification process is challenging due to the severe condition of many recovered bodies. The tragedy has underscored the urgent need for improved waste management in the East African nation, where landfills often pose significant environmental and public safety risks.
The Kiteezi landfill has long been a source of contention for local residents, who have raised concerns about pollution and the potential for disaster. This incident echoes similar tragedies in other African countries, highlighting the critical importance of addressing the region’s growing waste management challenges.
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