Entebbe Residents Grapple with Two-Week Water Shortage

Residents of Entebbe are growing increasingly frustrated over a severe water shortage that has persisted for nearly two weeks. With taps running dry, many households have been forced to fetch unsafe water directly from Lake Victoria, raising serious health concerns across the community.

The scarcity has also driven up prices, with a 20-liter jerrican of water now selling for as much as 1,000 shillings — a price many families can barely afford.

Essential facilities such as markets, hospitals, and schools have been hit hardest, struggling to maintain basic hygiene standards. Locals report that bathing has become a rare luxury, especially for families with several members.

Residents in areas including Garuga, Nkumba, and Kitara say the situation is worsening by the day. Despite repeated complaints, the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has yet to provide a clear explanation or timeline for restoring water supply.

Community leaders are now urging authorities to act swiftly, warning that the prolonged shortage could lead to outbreaks of waterborne diseases and further strain daily life in Entebbe.