Lake Albert fights to recover lost territory, hundreds affected

Nov 08, 2020

On Saturday evening, many boats were seen grounded and others swept away.

The heavy downpour currently being experienced countrywide has continued to affect businesses while destroying crops, animals and other property.

In Kikuube district, Lake Albert burst its banks and caused devastation around Songa Landing Site.

One of the makeshift structures which was submerged in Kikuube. Photo by Robert Adiga

On Saturday evening, many boats were seen grounded and others swept away.

Houses and crops were destroyed after the lake extended almost 1km outside its original boundary.

Abandoned boats at Songa. Photo by Robert Adiga

Many displaced people were left stranded, including passengers who were planning to cross the lake to DR. Congo or to Panyamur.

Kicked out of business. Photo by Robert Adiga

 

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