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Environment
11 September 2026, 7:30 am
Spina bifida victims tipped on environmental friendly living.
Ali lukomo In a one week engagement with the children with Spina bifida and hydrosiphorus held at st Theresa day and boarding primary school organized by Spina bifida and hydrosiphorus association of Uganda (SHAU), termed as youth independent wee k…
10 September 2026, 3:20 pm
Kampala’s waste crisis opens new opportunities for youth
By Byamukama Alozious Kampala’s growing waste problem is emerging as both an environmental threat and an opportunity for young people to create jobs and businesses. The city generates between 2,000 and 2,500 tonnes of solid waste every day, according to…
10 September 2026, 1:15 pm
Mubende Woman MP calls for climate change support for communities
By Annet Nakato The Mubende District Woman Member of Parliament, Nakazibwe Hope Grania, has called for increased government support for communities affected by climate change. Nakazibwe made the remarks while attending the orientation of members of Uganda’s 12th Parliament in…
9 September 2026, 1:08 pm
KCCA urges youth to turn plastic waste into income
By Ronald Ssemagonja Youths across Kampala have been urged to turn plastic waste, straws and other discarded materials into valuable products as a way of protecting the environment and creating employment opportunities. The call was made during a conference held…
6 September 2026, 10:20 am
KCCA urges Kisenyi residents to embrace daily cleanliness
By Ronald Ssemagonja KCCA Executive Director Sharifah Buzeki has urged residents of Kisenyi in Kampala to make cleanliness a daily responsibility as the Authority intensifies efforts to improve sanitation across the city. Buzeki made the call yesterday while joining residents,…
4 September 2026, 11:10 am
Elders to perform rain dance as severe drought grips Amolatar
By Odur Alphonce Elders in Kabangala Parish, Muntu Subcounty, Amolatar District, have resolved to perform a traditional rain dance today, Friday, following a severe one-month drought that has affected the area. Speaking to our reporter yesterday evening, Mr Ocen Andrew,…
4 September 2026, 9:34 am
Rwenzururu Minister calls for collective action on climate change
By Kyamanduma Patrick The changing climate in the Rwenzori region continues to affect communities from season to season, prompting calls for increased environmental conservation. The Rwenzururu Kingdom Minister of Cultural Heritage, Native Administration and Veterans Affairs, Hon. Aganatiya Katya, has…
3 September 2026, 7:16 pm
Pader police revive tree planting drive amid drought challenges
By Geoffrey Okwong Pader Central Police Station has revived its tree-planting initiative as part of efforts to conserve the environment and improve the surroundings of the police facility. The Police plan to plant at least 10 trees within the station…
31 August 2026, 10:13 pm
Wetland and forest encroachment threatens climate stability in Buyende and Jinja
Ali Lukomo Encroachment on wetlands, forests and other water catchment areas is threatening environmental conservation and disrupting natural processes that regulate rainfall and local climate, authorities have warned. Mrs. Bernardet Kumwidilwo, Vice Chairperson of Buyende District, said activities such as…
31 August 2026, 8:36 pm
Sand mining threatens River Aswa ecosystem in Lira
By Winnie Auma The Parliamentary Committee on Climate Change has raised concern over extensive sand mining along River Aswa, warning that the activity is creating large pits that are disrupting water flow and threatening the river’s ecosystem. The call follows…