As the festive season draws near, there is a lot of social unrest in the Rwenzori region characterized by stealing, domestic violence, accidents and recklessness. The police, RDCs, Chair person LC Vs and LC IIIs in the districts of Kabarole and Kyegegwa have put up measures to fight insecurity in the districts. This message was communicated by the same leaders during a radio program sponsored by RWECO under the invitation and coordination of RIDE AFRICA (IWDP).
Three radio programs were held on Life FM radio by different leaders from the districts of Kyegegwa and Kabarole. The sensitization campaigns started in September/November 2011 to discuss the strategies for improving the security situation in the two Districts.
Strategies to improve the situation include;
- Revitalizing security committees at District, Sub County and LCI so that crime can be detected early and prevented.
- Establishment of Police Posts in trading centers with high crime rates such as Nyabagahya in Kakabara Sub County, Kyegegwa District.
- Conducting of police patrols with vehicles and foot to arrest evil doers.
- Conducting community policing to sensitize communities on how to live peacefully, people’s rights and the legal process.
- Sensitization on how to prevent crimes and corruption especially among traffic police officers.
- Local Leaders especially LC I to report cases of bad behavior to relevant authorities before they yield crime.
- Encouraging all drivers to service their cars to avoid accidents
- Encouraging the individuals to stop moving at night.
- Holding village meetings to sensitize and warn communities to avoid bad behavior.
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