Bugesera quarry tragedy: Bereaved families recount their ordeal

Grief hangs heavy over Bugesera as families share their harrowing ordeals in the wake of a devastating quarry collapse. Christine Mukampundu is one of many whose life was irrevocably altered when her husband, like many others in their neighborhood, went to work at the quarry on what began as an ordinary Thursday morning.

For numerous families in the Bugesera region, quarry work was not merely a job but the primary source of income, essential for providing for their families. The collapse has not only resulted in the tragic loss of life but has also plunged these households into severe economic hardship, leaving them to grapple with an uncertain future.

The community is now left to mourn and support one another as they navigate the profound sorrow and the stark reality of their loss. The recounted experiences underscore the devastating human cost of the tragedy, emphasizing the deep personal and economic impact on the lives of those affected.