Rising water in Lumboka swamp floods more than 1,000 homes in Buyanga sub-county, Busia

The Independent reports that more than 1,000 homes and crop gardens in 68 villages of Buyanga sub-county were submerged as water levels rose in Lumboka swamp, which residents attribute to heavy rains since October. Residents said they fear hunger and disease, and the Busia LC V chairperson said a report had been sent to the Office of the Prime Minister asking for help.