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27 October 2026, 5:20 pm
Ugandans urged to join fourth National Cleaning Day in Lira City
By Ronald Ssemagonja Ugandans have been urged to participate in the fourth National Cleaning Day, which will be held in Lira City, as part of government efforts to promote cleanliness and proper waste management. The call was made in Kampala…
26 October 2026, 9:54 am
KCCA launches cleanest division challenge with cash prizes
By Ronald Ssemagonja Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), through its Directorate of Public Health and Environment, has introduced a competition among the five city divisions to encourage residents to keep Kampala clean, with cash prizes for the winners. The initiative…
23 October 2026, 10:36 am
Uganda moves to institutionalise National Cleaning Days
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda is considering stronger legal backing, dedicated funding and improved waste collection systems to sustain its monthly National Cleaning Days, following lessons from the initiative’s first three exercises. At a reflection meeting held in Kampala on Thursday,…
23 October 2026, 8:09 am
MP Aguti distributes pine seedlings in Dokolo to combat climate change
By Hillary Opio Omara Dokolo, Uganda — Seven sub-counties and town councils in Dokolo District have so far benefited from the distribution of pine tree seedlings spearheaded by Dokolo Woman Member of Parliament Sarah Aguti Nyangkori, as part of efforts…
22 October 2026, 1:12 pm
Kwania wetland demarcation sparks protests as local leaders deny prior knowledge
By Eyoo Solomon and Ogolo Ian Smith Residents in parts of Kwania District have protested against the ongoing demarcation of wetlands along Lake Kwania, claiming that concrete boundary markers have been placed on land they consider dry without prior notice…
22 October 2026, 10:59 am
TALEB Agency Initiative empowers communities to protect wildlife and restore nat…
By Joel Kaguta TALEB Agency Initiative continues to promote environmental conservation, wildlife protection and peaceful coexistence between people and nature in communities surrounding Queen Elizabeth National Park in Kasese District, Uganda. Through community outreach and environmental education, the organisation reports…
22 October 2026, 7:24 am
Shortage of environmental rangers threatens Uganda’s climate resilience and na…
By Regina Lalam Olal Kampala, Uganda — The Ministry of Water and Environment has revealed significant staffing and funding challenges that are undermining its capacity to protect Uganda’s wetlands, riverbanks, lakeshores and central forest reserves — ecosystems critical to the…
21 October 2026, 10:23 pm
Uganda’s charcoal ban sparks public debate as Parliament seeks government expl…
By Regina Lalam Olal Kampala, Uganda — Uganda’s controversial charcoal ban has sparked nationwide debate, with Parliament directing the government to suspend enforcement of the restrictions pending an explanation on the availability and affordability of alternative cooking fuels for ordinary…
21 October 2026, 1:06 pm
Opinion: Uganda needs affordable, sustainable clean cooking solutions
By Ainembabazi Shallon Women for Green Economy Movement Uganda (WOGEM) Every day, millions of Ugandan households face the challenge of finding affordable fuel to prepare their meals, with charcoal and firewood remaining the main sources of cooking energy for many…
15 October 2026, 5:06 pm
Acholi residents call for affordable electricity amid charcoal ban
By Agness Agilo Residents in the Acholi sub-region have welcomed the enforcement of the presidential directive banning commercial charcoal trade but are calling for affordable alternatives to support its implementation and protect livelihoods. On Wednesday, 14 October 2026, the Electricity…