Residents of Wawa in Loggu Electoral Area Decry Poor Road Conditions, Appeal for Urgent Intervention

Residents of Wawa, a farming community in the Loggu Electoral Area of the Wa East District, are raising serious concerns over the deteriorating road network that connects them to nearby towns, especially Loggu and Baaleyiri.

Speaking to Info Radio, residents described the roads as deplorable, riddled with deep potholes and broken bridges. The situation worsens during the rainy season, rendering the roads completely impassable and cutting the community off from critical services.

According to the residents, school children are among the most affected. The poor road conditions, particularly during heavy downpours, make it impossible for many to reach Baaleyiri, where most attend school. This has resulted in increased absenteeism and declining academic performance.

Healthcare access is also severely compromised. Madam Ernestina Kakariba, a concerned resident, revealed that pregnant women struggle to reach health facilities, especially during rainy seasons.

“There have been instances where pregnant women have suffered miscarriages because they couldn’t get to the hospital in time. The roads are just too dangerous, and even motorbikes can't cross the broken bridges,” she lamented.

Mr. Saatori Wou, another resident, highlighted the economic impact on farmers in the community. He explained that heavy rains often damage farm produce due to transportation delays, while market access remains limited.

“Our goods rot in the house when it rains because we can’t transport them to the market. This affects our income and our ability to support our families,” he said.

 The residents are appealing to the Wa East District Assembly and relevant government agencies to urgently rehabilitate the road network.

They believe that fixing the roads will significantly improve access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities, ultimately enhancing the quality of life in Wawa and surrounding communities.