In a collaborative effort to transform the of Acholi sub-region’s water infrastructure, a distinguished assembly of leaders, including Members of the Acholi Parliamentary Committee, Resident City Commissioners, Resident District Commissioners, Mayors, and councilors from Gulu and the six towns along Gulu highway, embarked on a comprehensive assessment of the ongoing Karuma-Gulu Water Project. Spearheaded by the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), this monumental endeavor aims to ensure sustainable access to clean water for the people of Uganda.
Setting the stage for the inspection, a brief workshop provided an opportunity for introspection and dialogue. Gulu City Mayor, Mr. Okwonga Alfred, seized the moment to extend his commendations to NWSC for materializing the ambitious project. With a poised optimism, Mayor Alfred envisioned the project as a resounding success, emphasizing the pivotal role of collaboration between NWSC and local leadership.
Hon. Dan Kidega, a distinguished representative of the NWSC Board, applauded the corporation for championing the realization of the Ugandan government’s promise of universal water access. Kidega underscored the profound significance of the Karuma-Gulu Water Project for the Acholi sub-region, highlighting its steadfast progress and commitment to meeting the slated deadlines.
Eng. Johnson Amayo, the Deputy Managing Director of Technical Services-NWSC, delivered a comprehensive overview of the project’s current status, accentuating key milestones reached by the corporation. Amayo’s presentation resonated with a call for collective action, urging stakeholders to unite in their pursuit of more projects to enrich the region’s water infrastructure.
The Chairperson of the Acholi Parliamentary Group (APG) and Member of Parliament for Kilak North Constituency, Hon. Akol Anthony, lauded the rapid pace of work on the Karuma-Gulu Water Project. His encouraging words reverberated with an unwavering promise of Acholi’s support, cementing NWSC’s efforts to bring transformative change through their initiatives.
Throughout the proceedings, leaders reiterated their satisfaction with NWSC’s resolute efforts to bolster Gulu City’s water supply. United in their vision for progress, these leaders pledged their unwavering commitment to the project’s continued success. The message was clear – NWSC must persist in its proactive engagement with all stakeholders to drive comprehensive and sustainable water solutions.
As the workshop concluded, a tour of the project sites provided a tangible glimpse into the future that this collaborative effort is shaping. The Karuma-Gulu Water Project stands as a testament to the commitment of all involved – a commitment to ensuring that clean, accessible water becomes an indomitable force of positive change in the lives of those it serves.
The Karuma-Gulu Water Project is a vision of progress: Embedded within the framework of enhancing service delivery in the region, the Government of Uganda, with funding from the World Bank and Kfw, has initiated the ambitious Karuma-Gulu Water Project. At its core, this initiative seeks to harness the mighty currents of the River Nile, transforming them into a lifeline of clean water for communities across the Acholi sub-region.
The scope of this visionary endeavor encompasses a multifaceted approach. It involves the construction of a state-of-the-art water treatment plant, with a capacity of 10 million liters per day, nestled along the banks of the River Nile in Karuma. This facility will stand as a beacon of modern engineering, ensuring that the water supplied is of the highest quality.
Embracing innovation, the project entails the installation of cutting-edge electro-mechanical equipment with a capacity matching the treatment plant’s output. These mechanisms are poised to be the beating heart of the Karuma intake, ensuring the seamless flow of clean water to communities in need.
A vital component of the project is the establishment of a 72-kilometer transmission pipeline, connecting Karuma to Gulu. This robust lifeline will not only transport water but also aspirations, opportunities, and a brighter future for the residents it serves.
As the project marches forward, it carries with it the promise of a brighter tomorrow. A tomorrow where water flows freely and prosperity knows no bounds.
