The devastating floods that swept through Ntoroko District in August have left thousands displaced and struggling to survive. However, a beacon of hope has emerged, thanks to the World Food Program (WFP), which has extended Shs1.716 billion and 200 metric tons of rice to support 3,464 households.
According to the WFP's Crisis Response Cash Base Transfer and Partnership officer, Mr Caleb Mutabazi, "All assistance, cash, and food are provided free to registered and verified individuals who are residents of Ntoroko District."
Each household, estimated to consist of five members, will receive either cash or a combination of cash and food.
In Bweramule sub-county, 45 households (225 people) received Shs555,000 in cash. In Kibuuku town council, 82 households (410 people) received 189 kilograms of rice and Shs360,000 in cash. Mutabazi emphasized that donors have ensured strict controls to prevent misuse, and the support is expected to sustain families for three months.
Ntoroko District Chief Administrative Officer, Mr Moses Agum expressed gratitude to the media, particularly NMG-Uganda, for highlighting the plight of flood-affected residents.
