Geologists have raised alarm over emerging cracks and sinking sections along the Kikorongo–Kasese road, warning that the damage is linked to underlying seismic fault lines. Experts are calling for an urgent scientific investigation before the situation worsens.
What may appear as ordinary wear and tear on one of Kasese’s key transport routes is, according to geo-scientists, a symptom of deeper geological instability beneath the ground.
Alex Akwatampora, a geo-scientist, explained that the visible cracks stretching across sections of the road are not mere construction defects but indicators of active seismic fault lines in the area.
“These cracks are not just surface damage caused by poor construction. They are a clear sign of underlying seismic activity, meaning the ground beneath is unstable,” Akwatampora said.
He added that sections of the road are developing long cracks and noticeable depressions that continue to widen over time, reflecting ongoing underground movement.
“What we are seeing on the road is a manifestation of deeper geological processes. The ground is shifting, and that is why sections are sinking and cracking,” he explained.
Akwatampora warned that any current or future developments along these fault lines could be at significant risk if proper measures are not taken.
“This area is like a time bomb waiting to explode if no action is taken. Any infrastructure built here without proper study is at risk of failure,” he cautioned.
The geologist is urging authorities to conduct a comprehensive geological survey to map the fault lines and guide safer infrastructure planning in the region.
District leaders are also focusing on accountability, seeking to determine whether the contractor responsible for the road is still within the defects liability period, which could require them to carry out repairs at their own cost.
“We are assessing whether the contractor is still within the defects liability period so that necessary repairs can be done without further burden on the government,” a district official, Muhindi, said.
Meanwhile, residents and road users are increasingly worried about their safety. Many fear that without urgent intervention, the damage could escalate, posing serious risks to transport and livelihoods in the area.