Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) residing in a community home in Ndorwa Cell, Southern Division, Kabale Municipality, have appealed for assistance as their housing structures continue to deteriorate, leaving them exposed to heavy rains and floods.
The PWDs raised these concerns today while receiving relief items from a team led by Namanya Job Apuuli of Vision Group. The visit was part of activities leading up to an event dubbed the “Job Apuuli Experience,” scheduled for this Saturday at White Horse Inn, Kabale.
The event marks 12 years of Namanya’s distinguished career in the media industry, spanning roles in radio broadcasting, news writing, reporting, deejaying, and emceeing. While celebrating his achievements, Namanya aims to give back to the community by supporting the less fortunate.
Namanya and the White Horse Inn team visited the Kikungiri Culture and Community Development Building in Kabale Municipality. During their visit, they interacted with PWDs and distributed essential items such as maize flour, soap, and salt.
Namanya highlighted the purpose of the donation, emphasizing the need to include PWDs in the celebrations and demonstrate compassion towards them. Reflecting on his own life, he shared how he survived an accident that left him with a disability, reminding everyone that disability can affect anyone and should inspire empathy and support.
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Jackson Twijukye, the front desk manager at White Horse Inn, acknowledged the dire living conditions at the Kikungiri facility. He assured the PWDs that a report would be submitted to the hotel’s proprietor to explore further support for the group, provided it aligns with government programs.
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Sam Arinaitwe, the LC III Chairman for Kabale Municipality Central Division, stressed the importance of nurturing talent in the arts industry. He urged the community to move away from stigmatizing artists and instead recognize their potential to drive economic and social development.
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Elnathan Kanyaruju, a representative of the PWDs, expressed frustration over the deplorable state of their living conditions. He revealed that the accommodation facility frequently becomes waterlogged during rains, making life unbearable for the over 20 residents. Kanyaruju called on well-wishers to assist in renovating the facility and improving their living standards.
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