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1 November 2025, 2:35 pm
Charcoal burning on rise, depleting tree cover and fueling climate change in Kib…
By William Sunday Kibaale Kibaale district natural resource officials have expressed concern over the rise of charcoal burning activities that have depleted tree cover and negatively impacted on climate. Charcoal remains the major source of fuel cooking for thousands of…
31 October 2025, 5:50 pm
Lango Farmers to Earn from Tree Planting Through Carbon Credits
By Ongora Denish Farmers in Lango who are involved in agroforestry are set to begin receiving payments under the Agroforestry Climate Smart Jobs Project. In an interview with Voice of Lango, the Managing Director of Nile Forestry Agro, Angole Dorcus,…
31 October 2025, 3:03 pm
Lango sub-region exhibition: A vital opportunity for farmers
By Sarah Ejang In a bid to empower local farmers amidst the challenges posed by climate change, Mr. Ojok Francis, the Production Officer of Amolatar, has urged farmers in the Lango sub-region to attend the ongoing exhibition, which commenced on…
31 October 2025, 1:00 pm
Community urged to plant trees amidst heavy rains and flooding in Amolatar distr…
By Sarah Ejang In light of the recent heavy rains affecting Amolatar District, Mr. Francis Ojok, the district production officer, has urged the local community to take proactive measures by utilizing the available rainfall to plant trees. His call to…
31 October 2025, 9:23 am
Locals contribute to harsh weather-Agriculturalist
By Barbra Muhindo, Climate change has greatly affected the development and livelihoods of many people in Kasese District, leading to frequent floods, loss of crops, destruction of property, and increased poverty levels. Mr. Asanairi Bukanywa, the Kasese Municipal extension officer,…
29 October 2025, 7:58 am
Kiryandongo steps up forest conservation to combat climate change
By James Muhumuza With the collaborative efforts of local authorities, development partners and community members, Kiryandongo district hopes to become a model for sustainable forest management and climate-smart development in Uganda. Kiryandongo district has intensified its efforts to manage existing…
27 October 2025, 08:38
Mp Santa Okot’s tree planting initiative strengthens climate action in Aruu No…
By Ekel Bonny Daniel Hon. Santa Okot, Woman Member of Parliament for Aruu North County, is leading a major tree planting campaign across her constituency, using her salary and allowances to restore tree cover and address the growing effects of…
26 October 2025, 3:52 pm
Masindi MP urges collective action in fight against climate change
By James Muhumuza Fighting climate change through environmental conservation is a collective responsibility that demands urgent attention, the Bujenje County Member of Parliament in Masindi district, Mr Kenneth Kiiza Nyendwoha, has said. The legislator cautioned that ignoring the effects of…
24 October 2025, 1:03 pm
UNADA urges farmers in Lango subregion to embrace modern farming techniques
By Agness Agilo The Uganda National Agro Input Dealers Association (UNADA) has encouraged farmers in the Lango subregion to adopt modern farming techniques aimed at improving crop yields and conserving the environment. Walter Ogwang Alele of Agro Saalak Input Dealers…
24 October 2025, 11:53 am
Grassroots action seen as crucial in Uganda’s climate fight, experts say
By James Muhumuza Uganda, a country whose economy is heavily dependent on agriculture, is increasingly feeling the devastating effects of climate change from erratic rainfall and rising temperatures to rampant deforestation and plastic pollution. Despite government initiatives to curb environmental…