It was supposed to be an iconic flawless structure and symbol of pride for Kayunga District, but the administration block is falling apart.

These visible defects in the structure have raised concerns from the staff and residents who visit the district headquarters.

Mr Robert Drate, the district water engineer, who was the acting district engineer then and oversaw the construction work, acknowledges that the structure is in a "sorry state".

Some of the district staff, who declined to be named, complain that in some cases, their documents are destroyed by water from the leaking roof.

Mr Tom Sserwanga, the Kayunga District chairperson, blames the problem on the original design of the building which he says does not favour proper water drainage.