Tragedy Strikes: Deadly Landfill Collapse in Kampala

A devastating landfill collapse in Uganda's capital, Kampala, has claimed the lives of at least eight people, including two children, and injured 14 others. The tragedy occurred at the Kiteezi landfill late Friday, possibly due to heavy rainfall. Rescue efforts continue to recover more bodies.

Tragedy struck Kampala late Friday as a landfill collapse claimed the lives of at least eight people, according to local authorities. The Kiteezi landfill, a primary waste disposal site, gave way, injuring 14 and leaving the death toll expected to rise as search efforts progress.

Among the dead were two children, highlighting the vulnerability of the community that frequents the area to collect recyclable materials. The Kampala Capital City Authority emphasized the challenging conditions of the recovery operations amidst the heaps of trash.

Located on a steep slope in a deprived section of the city, the Kiteezi landfill's collapse is said to have been triggered by heavy rainfall. Rescue teams continue their relentless search, hoping to find more survivors stuck beneath the debris.

(With inputs from agencies.)