Hailstorm destroys crops and houses in Kibaale

26 November 2025, 10:52 pm

By Kato Joseph

Bwamiramira

Several acres of crop gardens and houses have been destroyed following a hailstorm in Kibaale Town Council and Bwamiramira Subcounty in Kibaale District.

The hailstorm, which occurred on Tuesday, is reported to have ravaged various crops, including banana plantations, cassava and maize, and also unroofed two houses.

The affected areas include Ngangi A Cell in Kibaale Town Council, and Kikaada and Kiyanda villages in Bwamiramira Subcounty.

Leonard Kayonga, the Chairperson of Ngangi A, has called for urgent assistance from government authorities and Good Samaritans. He also urged residents to plant trees near their homes to help prevent similar incidents.

In an interview, Rosemary Namukisa, whose house was unroofed, called for urgent support from Good Samaritans and political leaders.

The Acting Kibaale District Production Officer, Hassan Matovu, says he will assess the damage and compile a report to the Prime Minister’s Office for intervention.