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Residents Decry Impassable Abim–Amuria Road Amid Rains

23 February, 2026
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Residents of North Karamoja and Teso are warning that the Abim–Amuria Road has become nearly impassable, with potholes and mud halting movement whenever it rains. 


Heavy rains in 2025 already left the road in a poor state, with floods cutting off access to North Karamoja for weeks. Following recent showers, several light vehicles were stuck for hours at Alito River on Sunday. 

Dinah Rose Iyoku, a market vendor at Kotido Main Market who sources fresh foods from Soroti City, said the road’s condition causes frequent losses. She explained that perishable goods often rot while navigating the muddy road after heavy rains.

Iyoku appealed to the Ministry of Works and Transport to rehabilitate the road using first-class marram to prevent further disruptions to local businesses. The ministry has not commented on the recent situation.

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