A visit by the President of the National Assembly to the Ngozi market, which was devastated by a fire, initially brought hope to affected traders. However, that hope turned to anger when the official advised the victims to buy their own fire trucks. The comment has been described as adding insult to injury, highlighting a perceived disconnect between the government and citizens struggling with inadequate infrastructure. Many are demanding better disaster response measures, calling the suggestion tone-deaf and unrealistic.
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