Justice for Kiteezi Victims
By Agora Centre For ResearchAbout This Project
Following the Kiteezi landfill collapse, dozens of families were devastated, with 34 lives officially reported lost. Houses were destroyed as heavy machinery accessed the site to evacuate the affected. Despite promises of compensation and resettlement from the government, most victims have received no support. Meanwhile, residents are being urged to evacuate without the funds needed to secure new homes, leaving them stranded and vulnerable.
The collapse caused leachated water from the landfill to flood nearby residences, submerging homes and worsening the disaster. This crisis stems from years of government neglect, as the landfill exceeded its capacity in 2010 but continued to serve Kampala’s metropolitan area. Our project is committed to ensuring justice for these victims and providing the support they need to rebuild their lives.
Project Impacts
Health and Safety Initiative
Objective: Address the immediate and long-term health impacts of the Kiteezi landfill collapse by providing medical aid, monitoring, and health education to 500 affected residents.
Actions:
- Conduct screenings and treat waterborne diseas
Victims Getting Their Day in Court - Legal Representation Secured
Objective: Ensure that all victims of the Kiteezi landfill collapse receive proper legal representation to pursue justice.
Actions:
- Organize community legal workshops to educate victims on their rights and legal processes.
- Partner wi
Environmental Cleanup
Agora Centre For Research
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