{UAH} Don’t build airstrip in Lubiri

Don't build airstrip in Lubiri

I am compelled to write this article after reading about the proposed construction of a mini airstrip at the Kabaka's palace in Lubiri.  The article said that the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) was in advanced talks with the Kabaka to pay billions to the kingdom to be allowed to develop the airstrip.

As a person who loves heritage, I strongly advise the Kabaka and the entire Buganda population to resist any attempts to construct an airstrip at Lubiri palace. Although some people view the Lubiri palace as wastage in the middle of the city, I am of the view that, the palace land should be developed for cultural purposes. There are other spaces where the CAA can construct their mini airport. For instance, why don't they utilize Kololo airstrip?

It is only in Uganda where people and their leaders have no respect for heritage. The value of Lubiri land should not only be seen in economic terms. It has other values for instance, cultural and intrinsic values. It is the only place where the people of Buganda can freely assemble and appreciate Buganda's culture. Constructing an airport at this palace will limit this freedom and as such, detach the people of Buganda from their heritage.

Ellady Muyambi
Historic Resources Conservation Initiatives (HRCI

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