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4 May 2026, 4:01 pm
Devastating hailstorm destroy homes and crops in Hoima
By Editorial, More than 200 farmers in Kisukuma sub-county, Hoima District, are counting losses after a devastating hailstorm destroyed crops and homes, leaving several families homeless. The storm, which struck last evening, heavily affected the villages of Kyakasaato, Bukona, Kyakayaya,…
30 April 2026, 7:10 pm
RHU raises concern over climate change impact on SRHR
By Otim Moses Reproductive Health Uganda (RHU) has expressed concern over the growing impact of climate change on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), particularly in Northern Uganda. The concerns were raised during a stakeholder engagement meeting held at…
30 April 2026, 6:25 pm
Climate change deepens health challenges for women living with albinism in Lira
By Joshua Olomo Climate change is increasingly undermining access to healthcare and amplifying environmental health risks among women with disabilities, particularly persons with albinism in Lira District and Lira City. These concerns emerged during a recent stakeholders’ dialogue organised by…
30 April 2026, 6:08 pm
UCOBAC steps up efforts to sensitise public on climate change impacts
By Otim Moses The Uganda Community-Based Association for Women and Children Affairs (UCOBAC) has intensified efforts to sensitise the public on climate change, its impacts, and measures communities can take to protect the environment. Mr. Opio Silvanous, an official with…
30 April 2026, 3:10 pm
Lango residents count losses as floods expose environmental damage
By Agness Agilo A section of residents in the Lango subregion are reeling from heavy losses after floods swept through their homes, leaving behind widespread destruction and renewed concerns over environmental mismanagement. The April rains, intensified by changing climate patterns,…
30 April 2026, 9:18 am
Farmers urged to embrace climate-smart practices as media training boosts awaren…
By Ronald Ssemagonja Farmers have been advised to take advantage of the current weather conditions in various parts of the country to sow weather-friendly seeds in order to avoid future losses. Additionally, since planting trees is one of the best…
24 April 2026, 8:46 am
Experts warn cemented graves are harming the environment in Lango,
By Agness Agilo Environmental experts in the Lango sub-region have raised concern over the growing practice of cementing graves, warning that it is contributing to environmental degradation. Leonard Otika, the Lira City Environment Officer, explained that traditional African burial practices…
10 April 2026, 2:45 pm
Hailstorm destroys crops in Apac, farmers appeal for urgent relief
By Odongo Daniel Local farmers, who had planted their crops early this year in anticipation of a good harvest, are now facing devastating losses in some parts of Atik division, Apac Municipality, following a rare and destructive hailstorm that struck…
31 March 2026, 5:34 pm
Gulu in climate crossfire as leaders push for immediate action
By Calnono Emmanuel Upson In Northern Uganda, Gulu District Local Government has raised the alarm over worsening climate conditions, warning that communities must urgently adopt climate-smart practices to protect their livelihoods. Authorities say increasingly unpredictable weather patterns, marked by sudden…
28 March 2026, 6:18 pm
Apac residents demand urgent action over dumpsite hazards
By Daniel Odongo Residents living near a waste dumping site in Apac Municipality are demanding urgent government intervention, warning that poor waste management is escalating both public health risks and climate change impacts. Like many urban centres across Uganda, Apac…