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The police and prison services are facing a severe water crisis after the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) cut off their supply due to outstanding arrears amounting to Shs43.3 billion.

These arrears have accumulated over several years, and NWSC, citing its financial obligations, can no longer afford the loss.

Luzira Prisons Complex, the largest prison facility in the country, and Naguru Police Barracks, the second largest police accommodation, are among the facilities affected by the water cut-off.

Senior Commissioner of Prisons Frank Baine expressed deep concern over the situation, calling it a “matter of national concern.”

He stated: “The Uganda Prisons Service is currently utilising water bowsers to mitigate the water crisis. Meanwhile, negotiations are ongoing between the Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development, Ministry of Internal Affairs, UPS, and NWSC to restore the water situation to normal.”

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