Summary:
- The 78.5-kilometer road, connecting to the Uganda-Democratic Republic of Congo border at Ishasha, is being constructed by China Henan International Corporation (CHICO) at a cost of 118 Billion shillings.
RUKUNGIRI: The Rukungiri Deputy Resident District Commissioner (DRDC), Wilberforce Ongom Ahimbisibwe, has cautioned road users to be careful while using the under-construction Rukungiri-Kanungu road to avoid accidents.
The warning comes in the wake of a recent accident on the same road, which has seen multiple fatalities. On Saturday, four people, identified as Byamukama Fred, Akandwanaho Reagan, Kyarisima Thereza, and Tumuramye Genariyo, all residents of Kinanira cell, Burora parish, Nyarushanje Sub-county in Rukungiri district, perished in an accident along the Rukungiri-Kihiihi road in Kanungu District.
Ahimbisibwe stated that many accidents occur due to drivers’ recklessness, with over-speeding and difficulties in navigating sharp corners being significant issues. He advised drivers to slow down, follow road signposts, and avoid driving while intoxicated or distracted by mobile phones.
CUE IN AHIMBISIBWE…..ON RUKUNGIRI – KANUNGU ROAD…..RR/ENG//
The 78.5-kilometer road, connecting to the Uganda-Democratic Republic of Congo border at Ishasha, is being constructed by China Henan International Corporation (CHICO) at a cost of 118 Billion shillings.
