ASURET CELEBRATES 5.6KM ROAD PROJECT TO BOOST TRANSPORT AND TRADE

By Abraham Ekwaru, Communication Officer Soroti

Residents of Asuret Sub-county in Soroti District are celebrating the construction of a new 5.6-kilometer road, a long-awaited project expected to transform local transportation, ease access to social services, and boost the rural economy.

The road, valued at UGX 68 million, will connect Asuret to the neighboring sub-counties of Ocokican and Atira in Serere district opening up trading centers and improving the movement of goods and services. It was officially commissioned last Thursday by the Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC), Mr. Yeko Bulubul.

Local leaders described the project as a timely intervention that will ease the burden of poor road networks that have long hindered farmers, traders, and ordinary residents.

Mr. Thomas Alimu, the LCIII Chairperson of Asuret Sub-county, told Teso Post that the road will particularly benefit farmers who often struggle to transport produce to markets. He pointed out that the nearby cattle market, which serves as a vital source of income for many households, will now be more accessible.

“We are excited as local residents because this road is crucial for economic growth. It will enhance the transportation of goods, benefiting businesses and farmers alike,” Alimu said, while thanking government for funding the project.

The Acting District Engineer, Mr. Simon Okello Ekolu, explained that the road construction is part of a broader government initiative to improve district road networks. Each district across the country has been allocated UGX 1 billion for road works, with Soroti channeling part of the funds into the Asuret project.

“This project is one of several roadworks being undertaken to expand our district’s coverage and enhance accessibility. Our goal is to open up rural communities to better economic opportunities, improved access to health facilities, schools, and markets,” Ekolu noted.

Deputy RDC Bulubul commended the engineering department for the quality of work done so far. He emphasized government’s commitment to ensuring that rural communities benefit from reliable road networks, which are essential for development and service delivery.

“Good roads are the backbone of rural transformation. They connect people to opportunities, facilitate trade, and make essential services more accessible. Government will continue investing in such projects to improve livelihoods,” Bulubul said.

Residents also expressed their excitement. Ms. Jane Akello, a farmer from Asuret, said poor road conditions had for years made it difficult to transport her cassava and groundnuts to markets in Soroti town.

“Sometimes we would lose part of our harvest because buyers feared to come here due to the bad road. With this new road, I believe our produce will easily reach the market and we shall earn better,” she said with optimism.

The Asuret–Ocokican Atira Road project is therefore seen not only as a symbol of government’s investment in infrastructure but also as a lifeline for communities striving for economic recovery and growth.

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