The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has disconnected water services to Luzira Prison Complex due to outstanding water bills worth Shs18, 272,450,274.
Frank Baine, Senior Commissioner of Prisons said that NWSC disconnected the water services on August 13, 2024.
“This disconnection occurred despite the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development releasing Shs7, 996,253,000 that has already been remitted to NWSC,” Baine said.
He added, “This situation is a matter of national concern. However, the Uganda Prisons Service is currently utilizing water bowsers to mitigate the water crisis.”
Frank Baine revealed that meanwhile, negotiations are going on between the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Uganda Prisons Service and National Water and Sewerage Corporation to restore the water situation to normal.
However, the affected prisoners and staff have been urged to remain calm as long-term solutions are being sought.
“Uganda Prisons Services remains committed to upholding its mission of providing safe, secure and humane custody of offenders.
