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19 February 2026, 2:28 pm
Prolonged drought deepens water crisis in Apac district
By Daniel Odongo APAC DISTRICT, UGANDA — Communities in parts of Apac District are facing a worsening water and livelihood crisis as prolonged droughts and rising temperatures linked to climate change continue to strain households and livestock. In Apoi Sub…
17 February 2026, 1:21 pm
Entebbe meteorologist advises Lango farmers to delay planting amid unstable Febr…
By Agness Agilo The Principal Meteorologist at the Entebbe Weather Forecast Station has cautioned residents of Lango Sub-region against planting crops during the ongoing light rains. George Omony issued the warning following intermittent rainfall that has been recorded across Lango…
13 February 2026, 7:27 pm
Women embrace climate adaptation mitigation measures
By Yoweri Kaguta 11th February, 2026 Kasese: In May 2013, residents of Kasese district in Uganda witnessed how floods rendered people homeless. Kasese town which is the foothill of Mount Rwenzori recorded loss of crops, animals and loss of social…
31 December 2025, 3:14 pm
Otuke Locals Champion Drive to Save Endangered Shea Trees
By Denish Ongora and Odota Adubango Moureen A group of community members of Okere Parish, Adwari Sub County, Otuke District, has launched a Shea tree planting drive to save the endangered species from extinction caused by widespread deforestation for charcoal…
20 December 2025, 12:27 pm
Kagadi RDC Launches SLAC Initiative to Promote Environmental Conservation and Cl…
By James Muhumuza African Communities (SLAC)” likely refers to Steam the Light for African Communities (SLAC), a Ugandan-German initiative founded by William Prosper, focused on reforestation (like their “SLAC for Eden” project) and poverty reduction in Western Uganda The Resident…
20 December 2025, 11:58 am
CSOs Urge Revival of Indigenous Knowledge to Advance Climate Justice and Conserv…
By James Muhumuza Civil society organisations (CSOs) have called for renewed recognition and use of indigenous knowledge as a vital tool in advancing climate justice and environmental conservation in Uganda. They made the appeal yesterday during their one day workshop…
18 December 2025, 8:49 pm
Kibaale District Intensifies Tree Planting under Climate-Smart Development
Kibaale District has stepped up tree planting efforts as part of the Investing in Forests and Protected Areas for Climate-Smart Development (IFPA-CD) Project funded by the World Bank. More detail in our English News Podcast
18 December 2025, 6:16 pm
Farmers in Kibaale district Count Losses After Heavy Hailstorm
Farmers in Kabanda A and Kabanda B villages in Bubango Sub County, Kibaale district are counting losses after a heavy hailstorm destroyed several acres of crop gardens. More detail in our English News Podcast
26 November 2025, 7:57 am
Hoima mayoral hopeful Kahuma vows tough action on wetland encroachment
By James Muhumuza Uganda has diverse wetlands covering about 11–14% of its land area, which are vital for agriculture, water purification, flood control, and as habitats for a wide range of flora and fauna. In a renewed push to address…
21 November 2025, 3:56 pm
Environment officer warns Amolatar as human activity fuels deadly floods and ext…
By Sarah Ejang In a compelling statement that resonates with the realities faced by countless individuals in Amolatar, Ms. Ayo Molly, the Environment Officer for the district, has sounded the alarm on the escalating effects of climate change. This alarming…