A deadly landslide in eastern Uganda’s Bulambuli district has claimed 17 lives, with more than 100 still missing, officials confirmed Friday. Triggered by heavy rains on Wednesday, the disaster buried dozens of homes across several villages, leaving survivors searching for loved ones.
Rescue efforts continue as authorities warn that deforestation and farming on mountain slopes exacerbate landslide risks. The region has faced recurring landslides, including a 2010 tragedy that killed 80.
Heavy rains since October have caused widespread flooding and landslides across the nation. The government urges residents in vulnerable areas to relocate.
